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in the session where water was consumed. Based on the taste test
evaluation Gatorade was preferred slightly over 50% diluted apple
juice in taste. However, 50% diluted apple juice scored significantly
higher in fullness, satisfaction and especially tolerance, tying with
water in this category. Based on the data following it appears that
50% diluted apple juice is an adequate alternative to Gatorade in
regards to physiological effects and tolerance and that 50% diluted
apple juice is organoleptically acceptable in comparison to Gatorade.
Presentation Type and Session: Oral – Social Sciences
Phytochemicals and the Treatment of
Certain Cancers
Alyssa Colangelo and Amanda Johnston, NFS 330: Seminar
on Complimentary and Alternative Nutrition
Faculty Mentor: Professor Suk Oh, Dietetics and Nutrition
There are thousands of phytochemicals discovered by scientists
but only a few have been closely studied. Some phytochemicals have
either anti-oxidant or hormone-like effects. A diet rich in foods
with phytochemicals reduce the risk of certain types of cancers
and different diseases. Antioxidant N-acetylcysteine (NAC) is one
phytochemical that was researched with the effects of arresting the
cell cycle proliferation in human colon cancer. As expected, the
GSH oxidation from these phytochemical treatments was reversible
by NAC. Another experiment conducted with phytochemicals was
to test the suppression of cancer cells. Combination of carotenoids
and myo-inositol was found to prevent hepatocellular carcinoma
development in patients with chronic viral hepatitis and cirrhosis.
Phytochemicals even possess photoprotective properties to prevent
harmful effects of excessive ultraviolet light. Fernblock is an
antioxidant extract that inhibits the generation of reactive oxidation
species (ROS) production induced by UV.
Presentation Type and Session: Poster VI
Pop a Pill
Ian Wilhelm, HEW 411W: Critical Issues in Health and Wellness
Faculty Mentor: Professor Barbara Olivieri, Health and Wellness
The use of prescription pain relievers for recreational use has
risen consistently since 1991 with reports of usage at 1.5% (Blanco,
2007) to 4.8% in 2012 (USHHS, 2012). The most affected group are
those 18-24 years of age, which is the result of these drugs being
readily available at home, as well as inexpensive to obtain. There
are not many programs available to educate people on the potential
effects of these drugs, which can lead to addiction, severe health
problems, and potentially, death. Reviewing the programs that
are currently in place, and correcting their problems may be the
best way to start. Interactive programs instructing children on the
dangers of these drugs and other drugs would be a solid platform.
Socioeconomic status of people is mainly what determines usage.
Lower income, less educated individuals tend to be the highest
of users, except for college dropouts who are the overall highest
of users at 4.3% (USHHS, 2012). As education is one of the main
determinants of usage, educating individuals at a younger age, such
as in middle and high school, may deter initial usage.
Presentation Type and Session: Poster V
The Predicaments of Becoming a Mother
Mariam Abdo, HEW 411W: Critical Issues in Health and Wellness
Faculty Mentor: Professor Barbara Olivieri, Health and Wellness
Pregnant women may experience complications that happen
during their pregnancy journey and labor. Pregnancy complications
affect women while they are pregnant and/or post-birth.
Complications during pregnancy include high blood pressure,
gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), low maternal weight, and
cesarean section delivery. Nevertheless, pregnant women face
complications that make it an uncomfortable experience and
difficult journey for the expected 40 weeks of gestation. Healthy
People 2020 (USHHS, 2012) states that 31.1 percent of pregnant
women experience some form of complications while giving birth.
In Erie County, the percentage of cesarean section delivery is high.
For instance, Women and Children’s Hospital reported 41.1 percent
of pregnant women delivered by cesarean as compared to Geneva
General Hospital in Ontario County, N.Y., which reported 28.1
percent. GDM, a common disorder experienced during pregnancy,
presents with high blood glucose levels that endanger the unborn
child. This disorder also leaves women vulnerable to the disease
post-pregnancy. The statistics related to pregnancy complications
are high. The goal is to improve health and lower the complications
as well as disease associated with women during pregnancy and
post-birth by improving information for maternal health as well as
increasing comprehension for learning the facts behind these health
issues.
Presentation Type and Session: Poster V
Probiotics: Claims, Research, and
Application For Nutrition
Kim Murrell and Janessa Shaw, NFS 330: Seminar on
Complimentary and Alternative Nutrition
Faculty Mentor: Professor Suk Oh, Dietetics and Nutrition
Probiotics refer to live microorganisms that, when administered
in adequate amounts, confer a health benefit on the host. The
most common probiotics are lactobacillus, L casei, L bulgaricus, S
thermophilus and bifido bacteria. Our research focused on learning
the benefits of probiotics and the mechanisms of their actions
that can explain health claims of probiotics. Claims on actual
supplements include “Naturally helps maintain healthy immune
system,” “Helps naturally promote bowel regularity,” and “Builds
and maintains a healthy digestive system”. From our preliminary
research we found that the FDA has not currently approved any
health claims on probiotics but regulates it as a dietary supplement.
Probiotics as a dietary supplement is widely used for the treatment
of certain gastrointestinal problems and certain oral health
problems on a fairly regular basis. Earlier clinical trials conducted