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Nutrition and Arthritis, 2007.
A discussion of whether arthritis can be managed through proper nutrition.
1,934 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 61.95
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This paper addresses the question of whether the management of arthritis can be facilitated by nutrition instead of a reliance on conventional medication. The paper defines the various types of arthritic conditions and lists their associated symptoms. The paper then describes traditional methods of managing arthritis through medication, including the negative effects of medication. The author contrasts traditional management with management through nutrition as an alternative. Relevant literature is cited supporting the use of nutrition. The author concludes that while no cure exists for arthritis, there are numerous studies and experiential reports of that show the importance of diet and nutrition in combating the symptoms of this disease.
Outline:
Introduction
Nutrition and Arthritis
Nutrition versus Medication
Nutrition as an Alternative
Conclusion
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"Each of the above categories provides a slightly different set of symptoms. More importantly, each major form of this disease necessitates different treatment processes and management strategies; as well as a variable dependence on drugs and medication. However, in the overview of the place of nutrition in treatment and management in this paper, the role of nutrition will be dealt with in a genera sense to cover all the forms of arthritis and refer to the specific types where applicable. "
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Nutrition, 2002.
An examination of the basics of good nutrition and its health benefits.
1,555 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 51.95
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A definition of nutrition is provided and an examination of the factors which influence healthy eating and good nutrition. The paper also looks at the different food elements and their nutritional values. The health benefits of good nutrition is also examined - physical and mental health. Long term health effects are also mentioned relating to one's diet and physical exercise routine.
I. INTRODUCTION
A. What is Nutrition?
B. Good Nutrition
C. Important Food Elements
II. NUTRITION FOR A HEALTHY MIND AND BODY
A. Benefits of Good Nutrition
B. Nutrition for a Healthy Body
C. Nutrition for a Healthy Mind
D. Nutrition for the Future
III. CONCLUSION
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"The most basic definition of nutrition is ?the science of how food nourishes the body". (Null) Still, nutrition is a very broad and complex subject. The food we eat must go through many changes before our bodies can use it for nutrition. Nutrition includes the physical act of eating, digesting and absorbing nutrients.
"Nutrition is the process that living things take in food and use it. Plants can be nourished by air, water and sunshine. But human beings have much more complicated needs. Our nutrition may be good or poor, depending on the food we eat."
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Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis, 2007.
This paper discusses osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, the two most common types of arthritis.
1,294 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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The purpose of this paper is to introduce, discuss, and analyze the disease of arthritis. Specifically, the paper discusses the differences between osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, and their commonalities. The writer notes that, although there are many types of arthritis, these two are the most common. Both of these forms of arthritis can be debilitating and painful. The writer points out that they can also lead to other complications, such as surgery and continued medication for pain. Arthritis is serious because it cannot be cured, only treated, and because it affects so many Americans and their daily lives. The writer concludes that arthritis should be a top research priority in America, because curing or preventing the disease could make a real difference in so many people's lives. One of the source articles used is appended to the paper.
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"The symptoms of the disease include stiffness after remaining in one position for a long time (such as sitting or sleeping), a sound of bone rubbing on bone or crunching when the bone is used, swelling or pain in the joint, and tenderness in the joint. Anti-inflammatory drugs, along with mild exercise and even re-alignment of misaligned joints, can treat osteoarthritis. Topical treatments, such as creams and hot and cold packs can also be effective in many cases. X-rays are the most common way to confirm a diagnosis of osteoarthritis, but a doctor may order joint aspiration in cases that are more difficult to diagnose. Often, the most effective treatment for this form of arthritis is surgery to replace the damaged joints. It is the most common reason most Americans undergo hip and knee surgery, and most patients report success and far less pain in those joints after surgery."
"Rheumatoid arthritis does not have as many sufferers as osteoarthritis, and it has different symptoms and treatments. This form of the disease can actually affect other areas of the body, such as the blood supply and lungs, and it is actually causes by inflammation of the joint lining, which causes loss of movement, pain, and swelling."
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Rheumatoid Arthritis, 2005.
This paper discusses rheumatoid arthritis (RA), the most common form of chronic inflammatory arthritis.
2,660 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 24 sources, MLA, $ 79.95
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This paper explains that, previously considered a benign disabling illness, rheumatoid arthritis is now recognized as a cause of increased mortality due to the systemic effects of peri-cardial disease, interstitial lung disease and systemic vasculitis. The author points out that the differentiation of rheumatoid arthritis from other rheumatic diseases can be difficult; however, certain clinical features, such as joint inflammation and the number and specific joint sites affected can help indicate if the diagnosis should be RA. The paper relates that the etiology of rheumatoid arthritis is still unknown but there is some indication that a common virus or bacterium might serve as a triggering event; however, there is still no evidence to implicate a specific infectious agent.
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"Joint inflammation is characteristically polyarticular, symmetrical, and in severe cases may be warm and erythematous. Joints involved in Rheumatoid Arthritis include proximal interphalangeal, metacarpophalangeal (MCP), the wrist, elbow, knee, and ankle. Rheumatoid nodules, an aggregate of inflammatory cells surrounding a center of cellular debris, can occur on the extensor surfaces of the elbows or fingers. A poorer prognosis is likely for patients who experienced onset at an early age and who have elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rates and high levels of rheumatoid factor and swelling of more than 20 joints."
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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, $ 63.95
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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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Gouty Arthritis, 2005.
This paper discusses that there are two approaches to the etiology of gouty arthritis: Orthopedic (PMR) and Renal.
3,925 words (approx. 15.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 106.95
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This paper explains that the Orthopedic approach states that gouty arthritis is a systemic inflammatory illness (PMR), which is a synovitis of the large proximal joints, although more distal joints also can be involved. The author points out that, in the Orthopedic approach, physical therapy is useful because patients' residual "stiffness" is more often mechanical rather than inflammatory in nature. The paper relates that the Renal approach states that an excess of uric acid in the body causes gout; this excess can be caused by an increase in production by the body, by under-eliminating of uric acid by the kidneys or by increased intake of foods containing purines that are metabolized to uric acid in the body.
Table of Contents
Introduction and Thesis of the Investigation
The Onset of Gout and a Brief Glimpse at the History of the Disease
A Brief History of Gouty Arthritis from the Viewpoint of Orthopedics
Epidemiology
Pathophysiology
Clinical Features
Some Treatments
Alternative Treatment
The Other Side of the Gouty Arthritis Argument
What is Gout or Gouty Arthritis?
This Group's Causes for the Disease
What are the Symptoms of Gout from their Viewpoint?
How is Gouty Arthritis Diagnosed?
Gout and Hyperuricemia
Risk Factors for Gouty Arthritis
Conditions and Concerns in the Treatment of Gouty Arthritis
With Knowledge of Both Sides of the Issue, What One Can Do?
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"Bruce first described polymyalgia rheumatica in 1888 when he reported on five senior patients with a proximal muscular syndrome that he called "senile rheumatic gout." The syndrome next appeared under the name "humeroscapular periathrosis," in 1945 and later as "anarthritic rheumatoid arthritis." Bagratuni coined this latter term because he felt that such patients had a forme fruste of rheumatoid arthritis. Two of the 50 patients he reported went on to develop rheumatoid arthritis and 8 others had transient swelling of various joints. He felt that the term anarthritic rheumatoid arthritis was more appropriate than polymyalgia rheumatica coined by Barber in 1957. Finally, Healey has furthered the concept of PMR as a systemic articular disease by describing variant forms of PMR that he calls benign synovitis."
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Nutrition, 2002.
A discussion of nutrition and how vital it is to follow a good nutritional diet.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 35.95
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This is a paper describing the importance of nutrition. The paper explains that without proper nutrition, many people would be sick. In fact, many people with cancer who eat the right foods actually live longer than expected. Nutrition is vital to children and adults.
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Proper Nutrition, 2004.
An analysis of the importance of proper nutrition.
1,328 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 44.95
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This paper discusses proper nutrition as a method of disease prevention and presents several organizational endeavors to educate the public about the benefits of proper nutrition. The paper claims that numerous statistics suggest that proper nutrition can improve the quality of life and life expectancy for people living in modern society. Despite this, a lack of adequate information and access to nutritional resources may exist for certain populations. The focus of this research is an exploration of health initiatives and the benefits of proper nutrition for populations throughout the United States.
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"There are many factors that can influence one's access to proper nutrition and education regarding proper nutrition. Studies suggest that poverty is a closely related theme to nutrition, and that many of the elementary aspects of being poor including inadequate health care and unhygienic living conditions may impair an individual's ability to maintain a proper nutrition status (Osmani, 1992). This notion is further supported by national studies of health trends which indicate that individuals living in areas with lower socio-economic status tend to have much poorer nutritional outcomes than those living in better areas (CDC, 2003). "
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Daily Nutrition, 2008.
This paper discusses the importance of daily nutrition and its personal significance to the writer.
821 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 29.95
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In this article, the writer notes that one's daily nutrition is an important part of maintaining personal health and well being. Nutrition, the science of food, informs our understanding of how we can best achieve optimal health and ward off disease. The writer points out that numerous studies have confirmed that proper nutrition is paramount to achieving excellent health and therefore should be a basic part of all preventative medicine. Unfortunately, eating often has very little to do with dietary needs. The writer maintains that being self aware about one's nutritional needs and dietary habits is an important first step in improving one's overall health and long-term well being. The paper also discusses the writer's personal dietary intake.
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"My own feelings about my recorded dietary intake were overall positive. For breakfast I had oatmeal with raisins and coffee with creamer and Sweet 'n Low. Raisins comprised a midmorning snack, followed by a lunch of a grilled chicken salad. Dinner was carrots with a small serving of fish. In addition, I drank roughly 96 ounces of water during the course of the day. The day in question was a fairly ordinary day in my diet as of late, which I found to be especially positive since I exceeded or just barely missed the minimum requirements for all of the categories in the Food Pyramid except for one. Dairy was the only recommended minimum that I completely failed to achieve. Since this dietary intake represents a fairly typical day for me, the implication is that I need to increase my intake of healthy dairy in order to better meet my basic nutritional requirements."
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Rheumatoid Arthritis, 2008.
A review of two studies on rheumatoid arthritis and a reflection by the author of the paper on how these studies relate to her profession as a nurse.
872 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 31.95
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This paper presents the writer's personal reflection of two articles on rheumatoid arthritis and how these articles relate to her profession as a nurse. The two articles reviewed are "Decreasing Pain and Depression in a Health Promotion Program for People with Rheumatoid Arthritis" by H. Oh and W. Seo and "Benefit-finding among People with Rheumatoid arthritis in Japan" by M. Sato, Y, Yamazaki, M. Sakita, and T.J. Bryce.
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"Living with RA entails psychological and sociological consequences. RA patients may have difficulty in functioning socially, have limited ability to partake with social activities, and may even have sexual dysfunctions. Patients tend to feel incapacitated; this leads to poor outlook and depression. On the other hand, it has been reported that people suffering from a chronic illness have the ability to have a positive outlook in spite of his disability. The article calls this benefit finding (BF). This is further defined as having a positive perception of one's self, change in life priorities, and improved appreciation of life, good interpersonal relationships, and positive behavioral changes. It has been found that increased BF improves one's health psychologically. This study aimed to discover the factors that encourage BF among RA patients in Japan. The study involved 364 persons with RA aged 20 to 59 years and were made to answer questionnaires to assess factors associated with BF. It has been found that patients who have been diagnosed with RA for at least 15 years, were female, had been unemployed, have suffered chronic pain, and did not have a source of emotional support had the highest BF scores. The most common type of BF involved "developing compassion towards others" and "an appreciation of things not previously important." One surprising finding in this study was that only 7.4% of the participants reported having ever received emotional support from medical staff. The study also found that patients with RA that have developed self-care skills that enable them to have higher BF scores. Therefore, living an RA may not have negative consequences, as long as patients are able to adapt to their situation appropriately."
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Promoting Superior Nutrition in Geriatric Patients, 2002.
Discusses some of the methods and problems associated with the proper nutrition of geriatric patients.
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Nutrition is an important aspect of gerontological nursing towards health promotion. This paper discusses various approaches to improving elders' nutrition in light of what can occur without adequate nutrition.
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Nutrition and Cognitive Learning, 2002.
A proposal to study the effects of nutrition and cognitive learning among elementary school students.
2,916 words (approx. 11.7 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 86.95
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This paper aims to address and analyze the links between nutrition and cognition, as well as the problems associated with poor nutrition. It examines how good nutrition can affect cognitive learning, as well as improve problem-solving skills, test scores and school attendance rates, in elementary school children. It is hoped that the suggestions provided by this paper will ease the transition to elementary school, improve progression through elementary grades and raise school performance, all of which are expected to increase lifetime achievements.
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"In the area of cognitive development, "when there isn't enough food (or poor nutrition), the body has to make a decision about how to invest the limited foodstuffs available. Survival comes first. Growth comes second. In this nutritional triage, the body seems obliged to rank learning last. Better to be stupid and alive than smart and dead (Sagan and Druyan, 1994). Poor nutrition is found in children of all socioeconomic conditions. Once believed to be mainly a problem for poor children, today poor nutrition has extended to all social and economic classes, due to the increase in fast food and hands-off parenting styles."
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Nutrition, Exercise and Ethnicity, 2008.
A critical analysis of the article; "Patterns and Correlates of Physical Activity and Nutrition Behaviors in Adolescents" by A. Sanchez, G.J. Norman, J.F. Sallis, K.J. Calfas, J. Cella and K. Patrick.
796 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 28.95
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The paper examines the article "Patterns and Correlates of Physical Activity and Nutrition Behaviors in Adolescents", which demonstrates the ethnic differences in how adolescents exercise and get nutrition. The paper looks at the structure and methodology of the study and concludes that the study represents a high level of research quality.
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"A 2007 study published in the Journal of Preventive Medicine, entitled "Patterns and Correlates of Physical Activity and Nutrition Behaviors in Adolescents" demonstrates that there are marked differences along ethnic lines in how adolescents exercise and get nutrition (Sanchez, Norman, Sallis, Calfas, Cella and Patrick, 2007). The study's purpose, as stated, was to determine the "prevalence, clustering, and correlates of multiple adolescent health behaviors" to assist in informing the "design of health promotion interventions" (124). The study examined a significant sample of adolescents, 878 children aged 11 through 15 years, and looked at their specific daily food intake, level and type of activity, and non-athletic activities such as watching television or playing video games. The article concluded that minority status was the second highest determiner of lower healthy food intake and lower exercise rates in adolescents - the most significant determiner was a low education."
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Massage Therapy for Arthritis Patients, 2002.
Discussion of the importance and benefits of massage therapy for arthritis patients.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 53.95
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The media are filled with advertisements for spas and health clubs that include massage therapy among their programs. For people who want to relax and be pampered, that is fine. For arthritis sufferers, however, massage therapy performed by registered nurses offers significant relief from painful arthritis symptoms and helps lead to a better quality of life.
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Artificial Nutrition and Hydration in PVS, 2005.
Discusses artificial nutrition and hydration given to a patient in a vegetative state.
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This paper addresses the question of whether artificial nutrition and hydration being given to a patient in a persistent vegetative state should be considered ordinary or extraordinary care. In addition, this paper considers the role of the removal of such nutrition and hydration as either a benefit or a burden to the patient's family and the hospital staff.
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"With patient rights and the right to die being of such importance in today's society, it is not difficult to understand that emotions are running high on these issues. The recent case of Terry Schiavo brought a face to matters that had only been theoretical for many people, in the past. However, the Schiavo case is notable for its near universality. Many of us can question how we would react if a loved one were in a persistent vegetative state. Many of us do, in fact, need to decide for our family members who are receiving "extraordinary" care or are receiving care in a hospice. This paper will address the questions of whether artificial nutrition and hydration being given to a patient in a persistent vegetative state should be considered ordinary or extraordinary care."
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