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Dietary Interviews and Survey of Habits in Parkinson Disease: the Dish Mixed Methods Study

Ferguson, Christine C. (University of Alabama Libraries, 2021)

Background: The pathophysiology of Parkinson disease (PD) may influence the ability of a person living with PD (PwP) to perform food-related activities (FRA) such as meal planning, food procurement, food preparation, eating ...
Extraction of Oil from Selected Oilseeds and Flours: A Comparison of Solvents

Granata, Gary Paul (University of Alabama Libraries, 1988)

This investigation was undertaken to compare the amount of oil extracted by hexane, pentane, petroleum ether, and diethyl ether from various oilseeds and flours in an effort to harmonize oil analysis among interested ...
Prevalence of dietary supplement use of individuals with Parkinson’s disease

Ferguson, Christine Cherie Childs (University of Alabama Libraries, 2018)

Parkinson’s disease (PD) is an incurable, progressive neurological disease that appears with motor and non-motor symptoms such as tremors, muscle rigidity, impaired gait, mood disorders, constipation, and sleep disorders.1,2 ...
Demographic correlates of patients with head-and-neck cancer receiving radiotherapy

Willman, Alexis (University of Alabama Libraries, 2017)

Background: Patients with head-and-neck cancer (HNC) often require some form of enteral feeding during their treatment due either to the presence of the tumor or as a result of radiation treatment (RT). Because of the ...
The association between serum vitamin d status, bone mineral density, and forced expiratory volume in 1 second in pediatric cystic fibrosis patients

Brantley, Caroline Michelle (University of Alabama Libraries, 2016)

Cystic fibrosis (CF) currently affects around 30,000 individuals in the United States. Mucus obstructing the pancreas affects the production of digestive pancreatic enzymes causing pancreatic insufficiency, which leads to ...
The relationship between parental feeding practices and the child's weight

Parker, Carson (University of Alabama Libraries, 2016)

Childhood obesity is a public health concern. It is problematic in the sense that not only does it have short-term consequences for the child, such as early onset of chronic disease and social repercussions due to the ...
Sensory comparison of low-protein recipes with glycomacropeptide-containing BetterMilk and liquid non-dairy coffee creamer among adults with phenylketonuria

Foster, Amelia L. (University of Alabama Libraries, 2014)

Phenylketonuria (PKU) results from deficiency of phenylalanine hydroxylase enzyme which is responsible for converting the essential amino acid phenylalanine to the non-essential amino acid tyrosine. PKU is treated with a ...
Sensory testing of protein-enhanced soups among older adults

Donahue, Elizabeth (University of Alabama Libraries, 2013)

Preference and acceptability of protein-enhanced soups among an older adult population has not been well investigated. The purpose of this research was to examine the sensory attributes of aroma, texture, taste, overall ...
The monetary impact of grocery tax in Alabama on fruit and vegetable purchases in a variety of demographics

Dunn, Caroline Glagola (University of Alabama Libraries, 2011)

Fruits and vegetables are important to a healthy diet, decreasing risk for chronic disease and reducing obesity. However, consumption of fruits and vegetables is low nationally and in Alabama. A commonly listed barrier to ...
The influence of body mass index (BMI) on the protein needs of critically ill patients as evidenced by urinary urea nitrogen (UUN)

McMahon, Shannon Elizabeth (University of Alabama Libraries, 2011)

Recommendations for protein needs in critically ill obese individuals are controversial and insufficiently researched. Current guidelines suggest protein needs for the critically ill obese be calculated with predictive ...
An assessment of associations between functional ability, nutrition, and dentition in homebound older adults

DeSalvo, Denise M. (University of Alabama Libraries, 2010)

The relationship between nutrition, oral health, and functional ability has not been well investigated. The purpose of this research was to examine the associations between functional ability, dentition status, and the ...

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