Essays and Research Papers on Nutrition & Exercise

A 6 page research paper which looks at the controversy surrounding the use of this fat-substitute in producing snack foods. Olestra is a manufactured compound that can be used to replace regular cooking oil. Because it has molecules which are too large to be absorbed by the body, it provides the taste of regular fat ...

In this 8 page research paper, the writer documents some of the more healthy aspects of a vegetarian diet-- arguing that even though we may not all want to follow such a 'strict' plan-- adhering to certain key aspects of vegetarianism can be most helpful indeed. Discussed are : the health risks & problems associated ...

This 6 page report discusses the nutritional value of fruits and vegetables and how it changes as the item ages and how researchers have determined the effectiveness of various nutrient factors. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

9 pages in length. Vitamins have long been touted as cancer-fighting agents when supplemented with an already vitamin-rich diet. Their effects on abating symptoms and even arresting various cancers have been studied with great interest over the past several years. The writer addresses both the skepticism and optimism of vitamin therapy with ...

In this 12 page research paper, the writer discusses vitamins, the functions of specific vitamins, recommended dietary allowances, how vitamins can help the sick, vitamins as anti-oxidants and more. The role that vitamins play in physical fitness /body-building is presented as well. No Bibliography.

12 pages in length. The Atkins diet has been a bestseller in America in both its 1972 and its most recent incarnations. It consists primarily of high-protein, no or low carbohydrate intake. This report looks at its successes, problems, and compares it to other diets. No bibliography.

A 5 pager paper that explores the medical dangers of diet fads, including anorexia, bulimia and diet drugs such as Fen-Phen and Redux. The paper also explores the psychological and societal influences behind dangerous diet fads. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This 12 page paper looks at the effects of pop culture on body image. The negative influence of the media enhances a booming diet drug industry. Many subjects are addressed including the recent Fen-phen controversy and differences in body image by race and sex. Bibliography lists more than a dozen sources.

A 12 page discussion of problems in the modern American / Western diet and the degenerative diseases caused by them. Certain cancers, gout, osteoporosis, and more are noted as being caused by specific nutritional deficits, high fat foods, excess protein, and more. Several studies are cited. Bibliography lists 13 sources.

A 13 page research paper on some of the more common alternative herbal (and other natural) preventions & remedies for cancer. High fiber diets and the use of Echinacea, Goldenseal, Ginsea, Cayenne, and many others are discussed and the evaluated with regard to their effectiveness and side effects (if any). A section is devoted to ...

A 10 page paper that describes the correlation between excercise and reduction in propensity for hypertension. There is a link between weight, cardio-vascular health and excercise that directly impacts hypertension, and literature and studies support the belief that weight reduction and increased cardio-vascular health through excercise can demonstrate decreases in the occurance and reoccurence ...

A 9 page research paper on the overweight & obesity problem in America. Examined are the causes of the excess weight problem, dieting trends, and the "sensible approach" to understanding and being overweight (explaining the hereditary factor, etc;). Acceptance of one's weight, willingness to exercise, and commitment to low-fat foods are stressed as the key ...

A 7 page essay exploring the challenge of losing weight. The writer's own steps in losing weight are recounted as is research regarding weight loss techniques. Things 'to do' and things 'not to do' are discussed in detail. The writer concludes with a new plan to change eating habits rather than ‘diet.' Bibliography includes 5 ...

This 7 page report examines programs in place for food assistance, how the programs work and what more needs to be done to assist children from low-income areas. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 3 page research paper on the importance of sleep to the health of mind and body—and for others around you. Ideas discussed include physical and mental health, immune system, and road safety. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 9 page paper examining the growing trend in the United States that leads to many people suffering from sleep deprivation. A description of the condition is included, which illustrates the various problems associated with this condition. The main reasons people suffer from sleep deprivation today are primarily due to voluntary behavior patterns. ...

A 5 page paper on anorexia discussing occurrence, frequency, onset, the relationship between MHPG and depression in patients with anorexia, psychosocial development, and more. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 12 page paper discussing cognitive and cultural factors which affect development of anorexia nervosa . Bibliography lists 17 sources.

A 7 page paper on the most common eating disorder. The paper defines bulimia in the context of other eating disorders, discusses who is affected, how bulimia affects its sufferers' health and lifestyle, and looks at possible psychological and physiological reasons for it. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

11 pages in length. Discusses frequency of eating disorders in women. The writer examines causes, prevention, treatment, and compares Anorexia Nervosa with Bulimia. Statistics and case examples are provided throughout. Bibliography lists 17+ sources.

5 pages in length. Unlike the eating disorder of bingeing and purging, where the person induces vomiting or ingests large amounts of laxatives in order to get rid of the food, bingeing is a psychological disorder that manifests itself by loss of control. Food, being the commodity of which the sufferer has lost ...

A 20 page paper discussing the conditions of anorexia and bulimia from many different aspects. Anorexia and bulimia are the most widely recognized of the eating disorders that many girls and young women experience in America today. There are many psychiatric and psychological reasons behind these problems and a large portion of this paper is ...

Anorexia, bulimia and obesity are all considered by the general public as eating disorders. It would be more appropriate to designate them as 'weight disorders', as they are primarily concerned with and defined, at least in part, by the weight of the individual. Anorexia is loss of weight to the point of emaciation ...

A 10 page review of the use of synthetically-produced creatine as a dietary supplement for athletes. While the majority of reports point to the benefits of the supplement, its usage has only been common during the past few years. Consequently, there are not long-term studies on the effects of the supplement and caution in its use is advised. ...

This 11 page paper explores the issue of obesity in American youth, a condition that is increasing dramatically each year. Obesity poses numerous health risks for the youngster from the beginning of coronary artery disease to diabetes. Research offers a number of verified causes for obesity in children and adolescents that range from genetic factor ...