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Malnutrition and Heart Disease, 2005.
This paper discusses the relation between malnutrition and heart disease, stressing that malnutrition is a global problem, which affects industrialized and developing countries.
1,750 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 5 sources, APA, £ 35.95
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This paper explains that, although some experts contend that heart disease and malnutrition is mainly a problem of industrialized nations, populations held back by economic and other factors often lack public education about health, wellness and the nutritional behaviors that could prevent heart disease. The author stresses the importance of proper infant-stage nutrition, which is needed to avoid developing heart diseases as an adult. The paper recommends that patients with malnutrition be normalized nutritionally through an adequate delivery system to decrease heart disease risks determined through a professional assessment program.
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"Williams' article takes up the abovementioned argument about whether heart disease is more common in industrialized or developing nations, and concludes that the industrialization process does lead to changes in dietary habits that may lead to this state of being. "Heart disease, cancer, and other degenerative disorders are most frequent among populations of the industrialized nations. These diseases have been increasing rapidly over the past few generations, making it easy for the petro-chemical-medical-pharmaceutical-complex to assign blame to bad genes, while ignoring the issues of increased environmental degradation and deteriorating nutrition over the same time frame." This is an opinionated article within the literature but it nonetheless supports albeit subjectively the conclusion that heart disease can be linked to malnutrition.
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Malnutrition, 2002.
A discussion of proper diet as an effective treatment for malnutrition.
1,075 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 23.95
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This paper examines how malnutrition is a result of improper food diet and unhealthy eating habits and how malnutrition is a health disorder not only associated with hunger, but also with overeating. It looks at how malnutrition is a prevalent health disorder that can result to death if it goes undetected or if no immediate and proper medical intervention is used. It analyzes how among the solutions offered to prevent malnutrition, subsisting to a proper food diet remains to be the most effective and feasible solution.
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"Malnutrition, as classified earlier, can be identified into two types or conditions: undernutrition or overnutrition. Undernutrition is a form of malnutrition wherein there is an undersupply of essential vitamins and minerals needed by the body, while overnutrition stems from an oversupply of certain nutrients and minerals in the body. Malnutrition is caused by various factors, which includes an individual?s vulnerability to health disorders due to fragile physical health conditions and different lifestyles. The first category, wherein physical health conditions determine an individual?s vulnerability to malnutrition, is aptly related to infants, children, pregnant women, and the elderly."
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Malnutrition and the Elderly, 2008.
An analysis of the risk factors, assessment principles and possible interventions for malnutrition in the elderly.
1,270 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 5 sources, APA, £ 27.95
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This paper explores the causes and contributing factors linked with malnutrition in the elderly. It also addresses ways to assess malnutrition in the aging population. The paper then focuses on interventions for malnutrition in the elderly in terms of health promotion principles and strategies. Additionally, the paper looks at primary, secondary and tertiary interventions.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Significance for Elderly Population
Assessment
Health Teaching and Learning Strategies
Conclusion
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"One strategy for teaching and health promotion is to make use of mentors who also are peers of the elderly person. It is essential that, whatever the specific type of health promotion program, the elderly person participate fully. The strategy of using volunteer peer educators is based in social learning theory as defined by the World Health organization, and can be very effective for providing nutrition education for the elderly (Panayota & Amanatidou 2003). Peer mentors mainly act as a support system for providing reliable nutrition information as well as educational materials. These mentors need to understand and practice healthy nutrition and preferably also be somewhat experienced with teaching. It is preferable that these mentors be experts on nutrition because research indicates that older people prefer that all their information related to health should come from expert sources (Panayota & Amanatidou 2003)."
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Toddler's Nutrition, 2002.
An examination of problems with young children's nutrition followed by a thorough literary review of the sources.
6,104 words (approx. 24.4 pages), 21 sources, MLA, £ 91.95
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This paper provides facts and figures about malnutrition statistics amongst babies and toddlers. It explains that a high percentage of children are malnutritioned simply because of their fussy eating habits and not because of neglect. Following an introduction of the data, the paper examines 21 literary sources and summarizes the opinions of each one for the causes and consequences of toddler malnutrition and what can be do to reverse this trend.
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"According to the United States Department of Agriculture, barely ? of all toddlers and preschoolers today eat a balanced diet (Schaaf 2002), a serious health concern to all, especially to parents. Undersecretary of Food, Nutrition and Consumer Services Shirley Watkins ascribes the situation to the fact that, when these young children stop being breastfed and receiving baby foods in jars, their regular servings of milk, fruits and vegetables do not replace the nutrients they used to get from breast milk and jarred baby foods."
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An Examination on Anorexia Nervosa, 2006.
This paper analyzes the causes and effects of anorexia nervosa while also exploring the available recovery and treatment options.
2,541 words (approx. 10.2 pages), 8 sources, MLA, £ 48.95
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The writer of this paper details the symptoms of anorexia nervosa which are characterized by weight loss, lowered body temperature, lowered blood pressure, slowed heart rate, thinning hair, fatigue and other signs of malnutrition. This paper details the four criteria that an affected person must meet in order to be diagnosed with anorexia which includes maintaining a body weight that on average is more than 15% below normal as well as having a distorted view of their overall body image. This paper discusses which people are more susceptible to this particular eating disorder. The writer delves into the various reasons certain individuals become afflicted with anorexia. One belief is that people develop anorexia due to the need to control themselves and their lives. Food intake and weight can be controlled as compared to other aspects of life which are out of the hands of most people, such as separation due to death or divorce. This well-researched paper details the dangers of anorexia, that range from mild to severe. It is estimated that some 20% of anorexics die due to complications linked to heart, kidney or other organ failure. The writer also details the various treatments in controlling anorexia, including the 12-step program, based on Alcoholics Anonymous.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Diagnosis
Anorexic Stereotypes
The Psychological/Biological Aspects of Anorexia
The Reasons for Anorexia
The Dangers of Anorexia
Recovery and Treatment
Conclusion
References
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"As to the types of personalities that are likely to develop anorexia nervosa, it appears that most of them have rather normal preadolescent and teen lives, yet the females, at some point in the development, take on fragility and a lack of inner strength related to coping with loss, such as in divorce, the death of a loved family member or some type of early and traumatic separation. In contrast, some females may have experienced a traumatic event and in order to cope with it turned to excessive eating patterns which in the long term evolved in anorexia. However, it is true that any person regardless of sex or gender can become afflicted with anorexia which indicates that the individual creates and sets the future patterns for eating disorders."
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Rural Areas of India, 2006.
A clear look at ways to incorporate rural areas of India into the developing economy of the country.
1,181 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 25.95
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In this paper the author outlines the poverty, malnutrition, disease and lack of good agriculture that is abundant in the rural areas of India. He highlights villages where tragedy has occurred. The author proceeds to discuss suggestions of how to improve the plight of these despondent rural areas and gives examples of how to support non-agricultural labor through education programs in order to stimulate and maintain growth elsewhere in rural economies, reducing the reliance upon unreliable environmental conditions present in agriculture. The author also points out that critical both to agriculture and to quality of life in general, are such issues as irrigation, sanitation and medical attention, which he suggests can be addressed by aid organizations. The author suggests ways that these issues can be addressed through government bodies and other charity organizations. In conclusion he states that it is imperative to provide economic stimulus to the country as a whole through increased agricultural output and increased work-force strength both in terms of health and education.
Table of Contents:
Introduction and Model Exploration
Proposal Based on Model Systems
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"As is apparent from the models provided in Zimbabwe, Malawi and the Bihar Plateau, support of agriculture is key to addressing both immediate and long-term nutritional needs as well as economic growth of rural areas. Because of the symbiosis present between poverty and under nutrition, short-term measures such as emergency food and water relief are not sufficient to address the problem of under nutrition on an ongoing basis, and chronic use places undue fiscal burden on aid organizations and the Indian government. A more far-sighted and ultimately successful method of resolution incorporates both top-down and bottom-up relief, integrating short-term, immediate relief efforts with long-term, delayed benefit policies."
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The Case Against Vegetarianism, 2004.
This paper argues against vegetarianism and discusses its ill effects.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 8 sources, MLA, £ 45.95
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This article discusses vegetarianism and argues its ill effects. In the writer's case against vegetarianism, the issue of malnutrition is raised. The writer claims that loss of vision and Alzheimer's disease among vegetarians can be linked with diet. The writer further contends that a strict vegetarian diet is unbalanced. In this paper, in order to support the claim against vegetarianism, the writer discusses recent nutrition research.
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"In recent years, vegetarianism has taken on what Dr. William T. Jarvis calls a political correctness and has acquired many adherents who voluntarily eliminate most or even all foods derived from animals, for ideological as well as health reasons. However there is a growing body of evidence that certain types of vegetarian diets, those that are deficient in terms of specific vitamins and minerals, carbohydrates, proteins and fats are associated with negative health effects. In this report it is demonstrated that vegetarianism ... "
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Children in Sudan, 2009.
A look at the effects of war and hunger on children in Sudan and what can be done to help them.
1,439 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 12 sources, MLA, £ 29.95
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The paper discusses the rampant malnutrition, lack of proper sanitation, diseases and high infant mortality rates that are all affecting the children in Sudan. The paper explores how the crisis is being managed by humanitarian organizations and reveals the lack of political stability and the bureaucratic hurdles in implementation of emergency relief and rehabilitation programs. The paper contends that a concerted effort from the government, the international security force and humanitarian agencies is essential in order to reach out and provide life saving food supplies, nutritional supplements and basic healthcare services to the misfortunate children of Sudan.
Outline:
Introduction
War and Hunger (Effects on Children)
The Role of Humanitarian Organizations
Conclusion
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"Sudan is experiencing disaster on a catastrophic scale since the recent conflict that broke out in 2003 between the government and the rebel forces. Five years of internal conflict has driven millions of people out of their homes seeking shelter in refugee camps in Darfur and across the border in Chad. Estimates show that nearly 2.5 million people have sought shelter in the overcrowded refugee camps and around 4.5 million people are in need of humanitarian assistance. [Oxfam]. More than a million children are homeless and are currently living in refugee camps in Darfur and Chad. Severely traumatized and displaced from their homes, the children of Sudan are deprived of normal childhood. [Unicef]"
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Nutrition, Health and Adolescence, 2007.
This paper discusses nutrition and health concerns for adolescents and develops a proposal to improve nutritional health in this age group.
1,993 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 40.95
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The paper addresses specific areas of concern that relate to the adolescent age group with regard to nutrition and health. This includes micro-nutrient deficiencies, malnutrition and stunting, obesity and other nutrition-related chronic diseases and adolescents' eating patterns and lifestyles. The paper maintains that the solution to the problems of poor nutrition is an awareness of the problems. The paper contends that a multi-faceted and integrated program of nutrition awareness needs to be fostered in society.
Outline:
Introduction
Review of Nutritional and Health Concerns
Solutions
Conclusion
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"The nutritional requirements for adolescents and the concern that this has created in society, has prompted numerous studies and research articles on the topic. One of the many reason for the focus on nutrition and the adolescent is the increasing danger of obesity in contemporary society. America has reached what some critics claim to be a critical stage with obesity and obesity related health issues - especially with regards to the youth. Another reason for the focus on nutritional requirements is that it is this age group that is most affected by the quality of modern foodstuffs and mass produced products in society."
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Refugee Children, 2005.
A research proposal for the study of the cognitive development and nutrition of refugee children.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 8 sources, £ 33.95
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This paper is a research proposal for qualitative study of refugee children in relation to cognitive development/differences that can lead to the common refugee experience of malnutrition. The study consists of textual research and interviewing primary students. It looks at how many children sent to special education or otherwise as seen as in need of extra help may actually have deficiencies, or their affects, that can be medically treated.
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"Many articles refer to normal cognitive development according to a Western and, particularly, North American environment. However, in the central Canadian city of Toronto, elementary teachers often meet pupils of different cognitive development that may owe to a different culture in the home, language acquisition, and pre-migration upsets. Teachers need to realize that many elementary students are from war-affected families. As opposed to PTSD or other results of political violence, children are more apt to present the results of early malnutrition led by vitamin deficiencies as they can affect cognitive development."
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Poverty and the Elderly, 2003.
This paper explains that a high proportion of America's elderly live in poverty.
1,840 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 12 sources, MLA, £ 40.95
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This paper discusses the implications of the high proportion of America's elderly who live in poverty, leading to a lack of affordable housing and inadequate nutrition that exacerbate existing medical problems causing new ones. The author points out that gaps in Medicare coverage does not cover health needs such as preventive healthcare, dental care and long-term care and that premiums, co-pays and deductibles are out of reach of the elderly poor. The paper relates that malnutrition results in longer hospital stays for patients and adds to the nation's growing healthcare costs; a solution must be found.
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"The elderly population is growing rapidly both in the United States and worldwide. The U. S. Census Bureau predicts that by one-fifth of Americans will be over the age of ... The most dramatic change is in the number of people over the age of ... years. Two thirds of ..."
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Healthcare in Bolivia, 2006.
A discussion of the types of illnesses and health disorders common to those in Bolivia and a look at the availability of healthcare and sources of funding.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 3 sources, £ 16.95
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This paper highlights issues in Bolivia relating to health, illness and disease such as malnutrition, malaria and assorted other illnesses and mortality rates. The paper also discusses the availability of healthcare in the country based on number of beds registered and problems registering practitioners and facilities in the country. Finally, the paper discusses the types of healthcare funding in the country.
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"With a total population of 8,808,000 people as cited by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2005 for the year ended 2002, by Western standards healthcare in Bolivia is a travesty. According to Maija Kagis the infant and child mortality rates and those for adult women are higher than any other Latin American country. Robles, Munoz and Chawla (1) tell us that 90% of the rural dwellers in Bolivia, which comprise 42% of the population, have poor access to drinking water or health services."
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Disease in the Age of Exploration, 2002.
A study of the illness in the journey and exploration of the Americas.
1,135 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 24.95
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This paper examines the illness and disease that accompanied the exploration of America. It investigates through the books "The Longest Voyage? by Silverberg, ?Pastwatch the Redemption of Christopher Columbus? by Card and ?The Conquest of New Spain? by Diaz, which provide insight into the profound human loss from diseases, such as malnutrition, scurvy and syphilis.
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"Sickness and disease existed as an every day reality during the time of travel and exploration to America and New Spain. Though the onset of illness would cause the death of many men and slow down the progress of the explorers, disease did not ultimately defeat the foreign visitors. If, during the time of exploration, no sickness and disease existed, it is likely that the explorers would have conquered much quicker and with greater force. In the readings of ?The Longest Voyage?, ?Pastwatch the Redemption of Christopher Columbus? and ?The Conquest of New Spain? the reader catches glimpses of the impact of disease on the progress of exploration. Not one person was necessarily immune to disease and sickness. Some were just lucky whereas others were not. As much as the native people suffered from diseases brought to their homeland by European explorers, so too were European explorers infected by diseases of malnutrition, scurvy and syphilis resulting from their voyages and conquests. Though many might argue that the Native peoples were most drastically affected by the plagues of European men, the Europeans were as equally affected by the plagues of the New World."
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Periodontitis and Bad Habits, 2002.
A paper which introduces periodontitis, an infection of the gums and tissue.
2,929 words (approx. 11.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 54.95
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The paper describes periodontal disease as an infection of the gums and tissues that stems from gingivitis and leads to the degradation of gingival tissues and alveolar bone, resulting in tooth loss and potentially carcinogenic lesions. The paper shows that many people suffer from this disease due to genetic reasons and from bad habits that catalyze this inflammation. It shows how bad habits such as malnutrition, smoking, alcoholism, and brushing habits can all attribute to the formation of this disease.
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"At this point, the bad habits discussed this far have been minute because most people are not going to consciously think about how many vitamins, carbohydrates, or proteins they are consuming; and at the same time most people have already developed their brushing habits and are reluctant to change. The one bad habit that has its negative consequences that people are aware of is smoking. Smoking is bad for overall health, but its affect on oral health has been of significant interest to researchers within the last few years."
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