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Eating a Vegan Diet, 2004.
This paper argues that eating a strictly vegetarian, or vegan, diet is far superior to eating animal products.
1,415 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper argues that, all forms of altruism and empathy aside, there is a very simple and selfish reason why people should not eat meat or animal products: it is unhealthy. The author gives evidence that eating meat causes illnesses, such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. The paper points out that meat and other animal products carry diseases, like E. coli and salmonella, and are filled with antibiotics that cause serious problems.
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"Dairy products are also detrimental to human health. ?There is no reason to drink cow?s milk at any time in your life. It was designed for calves, it was not designed for humans, and we should all stop drinking it today, this afternoon.? In fact, cow?s milk is the leading cause of food allergies in infants and children, and it is a suspected trigger of juvenile diabetes. It has also been shown that casein, a milk protein, may be linked to autism and schizophrenia in children, because their bodies are unable to properly digest it; 80 percent of children with these diseases showed cast improvement when switched to milk-free diets. Many other common childhood ailments, such as chronic ear infections, asthma, and skin problems like acne could also be eliminated if vegan diets were the norm."
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Healthy Childhood Eating Habits, 2004.
This paper discusses the responsibilities of parents and child caretakers have to teach and to ensure that their children have healthy eating habits.
1,230 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper stresses that something is going wrong in the way our children are being taught to eat, and something is not right with the foods that are being offered to them. The author points out that children learn a surprising amount from watching the world around them and following the examples set by their parents, siblings, and other people in their lives; therefore, the entire family should agree about helping the child learn how to be healthy. The paper states that children cannot be expected to eat the same size portions as adults because their bodies are smaller; children must be allowed to decide when they are full.
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"Additionally, in order for children to truly be able to develop healthy food-related habits, they must be allowed to help make decisions about what they eat. Many children are not allowed to decide what kinds of food they eat, when they eat, and how much they eat. It is common for parents to scold their children and tell them to ?clean their plate? when the child feels they are done eating. ?Years ago, food was very hard to come by especially during The Great Depression and after World War II. When people have to deal with this sort of situation for years, they develop a certain mindset. Now we don't have that problem."
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Obesity in Elementary School Children, 2004.
This paper discusses that the problem of obesity in elementary school children is beginning to be examined from a more holistic viewpoint, rather than placing blame on the vending machine or home computer.
1,850 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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This paper explores the connection between the elimination of physical education in many schools and the part played by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), which has responsibility for the national school lunch program. The author also points out that society has changed; children no longer walk to school or play at recess, and competitive team sports have left a lot of children behind. The paper cites that the food companies, having stepped in to bail out some school athletic programs that focus on competitive team sports, also have encouraged snacking on less nutritious, obesity-causing foods.
Table of Contents
Thumbs Down on PE
Feeding for Fat
Literature Review
Conclusion
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"A panel discussion reported in the Journal of Law, Medicine & Ethics contained information relevant to both nutrition and exercise vis a vis childhood obesity. One speaker noted that in 2001, Texas, an advertisement urged the return by law of PE to its school curricula. Another speaker noted a program called ?Girls on the Run,? which involved students in non-competitive games as a way to increase physical activity. And still another noted the connection between makers of non-nutritional foods and school sports; the manufacturers often contribute heavily to schools? coffers, with the money used for competitive team sports in which very few students participate. It recommended at least making fruits and other healthy choices available."
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Vegetarianism vs. Meat Eating, 2002.
This paper discusses the advantages of a vegetarian diet over a meat eating diet.
795 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 28.95
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This paper explains that vegetarians do not eat meat, including that of fish and poultry; therefore, their diet consists mainly of grains, vegetables, and other food sources. The author points out that a diet that consists of meat causes the buildup of saturated fats, creates high levels of cholesterol to occur, and may result in high blood pressure, heart attack, or cancer; however, by eating a vegetarian diet, a person may prevent or lessen their chance of acquiring these health problems. The paper concludes that, while some may think this type of lifestyle is difficult to maintain, there are many recipes and options available to prevent dining boredom while living a healthy lifestyle.
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"The vegetarian diet has gained popularity because of remarkable case reports of individuals who attributed recoveries from cancers with poor prognoses to macrobiotics and because of the substantial evidence that the many dietary factors recommended by macrobiotics are associated with decreased cancer risk. Women consuming macrobiotic diets have modestly lower circulating estrogen levels, suggesting a lower risk of breast cancer (Lawrence, 2001). None of the natural cancer prevention substances that have been discovered such as vitamin C, B-17, hydroquionenes, beta-carotene, and NDGA are found to be animal derived. Yet most meats, when cooked, produce an array of benzenes and other carcinogenic compounds. Cancer is infinitely easier to prevent than cure."
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The Ephedra Debate, 2004.
A discussion of whether the natural diet drug, Ephedra, can be considered dangerous.
17,405 words (approx. 69.6 pages), 14 sources, MLA, $ 249.95
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This paper examines the product Ephedra, which, in its natural form and as ephedrine, a manufactured synthetics form, raises the body?s metabolic rate. The product is a natural aid to stimulate energy expenditures, while helping to decrease caloric intake. The purpose of this paper is to invite and initiate calm and thorough research regarding the effects of Ephedra, since the positive effects of the herbal compound have been distorted by the process of ?stacking? it with other metabolic enhancement supplements.
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Introduction
The Current Popular Usage of Diet Aids in America
America?s Diet Consciousness
Government Oversight and the 1994 DHSEA Act.
Types of Diet Aides and How They Work
Background and Significance of the Herbal Supplement
Studies on Herbal Supplements
The Heart of the Ephedra Debate
Purpose of the Study
Literature Review
Ephedra?s Introduction to the Market
Current Modern Usage
Products Containing Ephedra
Current Product Warnings
The Standard Process for Drug review and Approval
Current Government Actions
Current Research Data
Early Experimentation
ECDS
Conclusions and Recommendations
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"Obesity is one of our nation's foremost health problems and is directly link to numerous other diseases, including heart disease, hypertension and diabetes. These conditions are directly linked to rising health care costs. These diseases and conditions also affect our gross domestic product in so mush as they created lost time from work. Drs. Roland Sturm and Kenneth Wells also studied our national obesity epidemic and discovered that the health risks associated with obesity are greater than those associated with smoking, drinking or poverty. According to the study, the findings suggest that weight reduction should be an urgent public health priority."
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Running, 2004.
Discussion regarding the positive effects of a regular running program.
1,668 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 54.95
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This paper examines the beneficial aspects of running on the cardiovascular and nervous systems. It does so by first looking at the different types of running and then by explaining the biomechanics of running.
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"From a sports professional point of view running is of three different types namely sprinting, middle distance and long distance or (marathon). Sprinting events are those races that are up to 400m. During the sprinting activity the muscles? metabolic pathways supply the required energy at a rate which is several times higher than the regular aerobic systems. This is verified by the decrease in PCr (phosphocreatine) by 67%, muscle glycogen by around 32% and ATP by 28%. Furthermore anaerobic glycolysis increases muscle lactate level by 20 fold. For sprinting, the thrust during the propelling period is very important and sports scientists have reported that the maximum force that a muscle can generate is directly proportional to its cross sectional area. This implies that good Sprinters usually are more muscular compared to marathon racers. For middle distance and marathon running the oxidative systems are the chief energy suppliers and there is a predominance of slow twitch muscle fibres."
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Gastric Bypass Surgery, 2004.
An analysis of gastric bypass surgery as it relates to the book, "Good in Bed", by Jennifer Weiner.
1,352 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 45.95
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This paper introduces discusses and analyzes the topic of gastric bypass surgery. It incorporates the book, "Good in Bed" by Jennifer Weiner, with research into the surgery and continues with personal reasons why the writer chose to have gastric bypass surgery. It explains how obesity is becoming chronic in America, and the weight loss industry is one of the most profitable in the country. People try drugs, severe diets, and just about anything to lose weight.
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"Being fat in America may be more common than it was even ten years ago, but there is still a stigma attached to being fat, as anyone who is overweight clearly knows. In the book "Good in Bed," the protagonist, Cannie, is a "plump" heroine who struggles with weight issues her entire life. The book gives a little taste of what it is like to be fat in a thin world. "The scales at the University of Philadelphia's Weight and Eating Disorders Center looked like meat carts. The platforms were about four times the size of normal scales, with railings all around them. It was hard not to feel like livestock when you climbed aboard [?]" (Weiner 114). Just as this passage shows, the overweight in America live a different life and I know, because I was overweight for a substantial portion of my life."
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Pro-Fit Business Plan, 2004.
An overview of the Pro-Fit "Employee Wellness Program", including a total business plan.
4,321 words (approx. 17.3 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 114.95
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This paper discusses how the company, "Pro-Fit", offers an employee wellness program for companies wishing to provide their staff with the option of health and fitness centers. It states that the health of the employee involves all aspects of employee life, including their physical, mental, and spiritual health. A healthy employee is an asset to the company because he or she provides many positive aspects to the work environment. This paper discusses the importance of an Employee Wellness Program and how "Pro-Fit" fulfills this niche in the business world. Includes a total business plan of this company.
Mission Statement
Objectives
Goals
Customer Needs and Rationale
Proposal Plan of Action
Action List
Key Personnel
Marketing Plan
Proposed Operating Budget
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"The benefits of an Employee Wellness Program are numerous and many companies and government agencies are now beginning to provide these programs as a part of their benefit package. There is an ever-growing demand for these services. It is the mission of Pro-fit to fill the needs of companies in offering guidance and consultation in the provision of employee wellness programs. The Pro-fit Company will offer companies a number of options tailored to their business needs that will help them to optimize employee health and ultimately increase their profitability."
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Gold's Gym, 2003.
A business analysis of health fitness chain, Gold's Gym.
1,408 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 46.95
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This paper analyzes Gold's Gym business strategies from several aspects: location, brand awareness, advertising, sponsoring, professionalism, customer service, marketing, and future prospects.
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"Gold?s Gym is the largest fitness and workout center in the US, and the world with over 650 locations, and 3 million members located on every continent, with the exception of Antarctica. The company has gyms and work out centers across the globe, and is known as the ?Mecca? in fitness centers. More than just a place to go to ?lift weights? or ?work out,?Gold?s Gym offers a complete line of fitness options within it?s walls. The typical gym has weight training machines for clients to work on the muscular system, and aerobic exercise machines to develop the cardio-vascular system. While these systems are related, Gold?s Gym believes in providing an total perspective on health and well-ness, and thus offers the specific machines for clients to work toward complete well being. Gold?s Gym also has fitness classes, some of which are included in the membership dues and others which are optional purchases. Many of the centers have tanning facilities, and healthy juice and snack bars."
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Health Issues in the Jewish Faith, 2002.
Discusses the need for nurses to improve their understanding of the Jewish faith in order to better care for their Jewish patients.
1,513 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 49.95
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This paper presents an examination of health issues in the Jewish faith. The paper outlines many of the beliefs of the Jewish culture and how these beliefs can affect the care of a Jewish patient. The paper then explains how nurses can comply with the beliefs of the Jewish patient in their care.
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"America has always prided itself on its cultural diversity. Millions of immigrants each year flock to its borders for the purpose of living in a land where all cultures are embraced. While America works hard to embrace the diverse traditions of its residents there are areas in which the differences can create complications. One of those areas is the health care field. In the field of health care nurses are charged with the care and advocacy of their patients and the patients? families. Within that scope it is important for the nurses to understand and work with the different cultures they may encounter. The Jewish culture is a unique one in the field of medicine as there are a disproportionate number of Jewish doctors in the field when compared to other cultures (The Healers..http://www.geocities.com/buddychai/Religion/TheHealers.html), but that does not carry into the nursing field. "
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Living with Diabetes, 2002.
Narrative essay on how it feels to live with diabetes.
858 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 0 sources, MLA, $ 30.95
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This essay discusses an interview of a man recently diagnosed with diabetes. The author looks at the changes in lifestyle that the person interviewed has had to make because of his diabetes and suggests that a greater understanding of a diabetic's concerns can help facilitate a better approach to nursing patients with diabetes.
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"Before Gary?s diagnosis, he never read the labels on food and ate anything he wanted. He loved all kinds of sweet, sugary foods and since he was on the road at night, found it easy to eat a candy bar at any given time. Gary also enjoyed drinking ?a variety of soft drinks, especially Pepsi products, since that is what he transports.? He said it was really hard giving up these drinks and adapting to diet sodas. Gary and Cheryl both now read all labels on food prior to making a purchase. Gary is amazed at the number of foods that contain a high amount of sugar."
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Genetic Modification of Crops, 2002.
Looks at the many controversial issues surrounding the production and sale of genetically modified crops (GMCs).
1,157 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 39.95
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This paper examines the technology behind genetically modified crops, the potential risks of GMCs, the benefits of GMCs, the criticisms of the arguments used to oppose GMCs, and the general worldwide opinion regarding the use of GMCs.
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"But are these crops really so dangerous? The issue of genetic modification of crops is perhaps so vexing and problematic because the United States and the European Community pursue completely different policies regarding the issue. Unlike so many issues of health, both countries have completely different views as to the safety of genetic modification, the US allowing the process, the EU condemning it."
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