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Showing 1 to 16 of 16 for “"Coronary heart disease risk"”.
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Comparison of different methods of categorization for physical activity on coronary heart disease risk factors
… and those who are more active have a reduced risk of developing many chronic<br/>diseases, such as coronary heart disease (CHD). However, the amount, type and intensity<br/>of PA deemed to be sufficient to achieve good health remains unclear. Different methods<br/>have been used to categorise …
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Comparisation of different methods of categorization for physical activity on coronary heart disease risk factors
… and those who are more active have a reduced risk of developing many chronic diseases, such as coronary heart disease (CHD). However, the amount, type and intensity of PA deemed to be sufficient to achieve good health remains unclear. Different methods have been used to categorise activity …
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Coronary Heart Disease Risk Factors in Schoolchildren Aged 12 to 13 Years of Differing Socio-Economic Status
… girls, aged 12.0 ± 0.8 years were assessed for coronary heart disease (CHD) risk factors. Rural (school 1) and valley (school 2) comprehensive schools (age range 11 to 18 years) were selected to represent differing socio-economic status (SES). Informed written consent was sought from head …
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Adiposity and Coronary Heart Disease Risk Factors in Individuals With Spinal Cord Injury: Relationships With Activities of Daily Living, Secondary Complications, and Subjective Well-Being
The purpose of this thesis was to examine coronary heart disease (CHD) risk factors and secondary complications in individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI). In particular, this thesis was organized around the central theme of adiposity, which is a prevalent complication following SCI. Study 1 …
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Genomics of lipid metabolism: Identification of genetic determinants of lipid metabolites and the effect of perturbations of lipid levels on coronary heart disease risk factors
Background: Coronary heart disease (CHD) is one of the leading causes of death worldwide, and global mortality rates are expected to continue to rise over the coming decades. In Pakistan in particular, chronic diseases are responsible for 50% of the total disease burden. Circulating lipids are …
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Utilization of soybean components in foods
… food products high in soy protein may help lower coronary heart disease risk by consuming 25 grams of soy protein per day, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol. Soybean has been traditionally a source of life in Japan, however, nowadays in Japan and the United States, a majority …
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An epidemiological study of coronary heart disease and its risk factors in Scotland: The Scottish Heart Health Study
The Scottish Heart Health Study was conducted in response to a report by a Working Group of the Chief Scientist Organisation and followed an initial of the Cardiovascular Epidemiology Unit. The aims of the study were to establish the levels of coronary risk factors in Scotland, to determine the …
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Characterization of 𝘈𝘵𝘩𝘴𝘲1, an Atherosclerosis Modifier Locus on Mouse Chromosome 4:
Atherosclerosis, the primary cause of heart attack, stroke, and peripheral vascular disease, is genetically complex and the genes that confer cardiovascular risk remain largely unknown. Attempts to map common atherosclerosis susceptibility loci in humans have resulted in limited success. Mouse …
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The effects of interations between physical activity and obesity in cardiovascular disease risk among middle-aged women
… 총 점수(Framingham total score)와 10년 심장 질환 위험도(10yr coronary heart disease risk)등 이었다. 결과는 다음과 같다. 첫째, 중등도 신체활동 이상 군이 그렇지 않은 군에 비해 중성지방이 유의하게 낮았고(F=4.245, p<0.05), 격렬한 신체활동을 하는 군에서도 그렇지 않은 군에 비해 중성지방이 유의하게 낮았다(F=4.415, p<0.05). 둘째, 비만 군에서 수축기 혈압(F=87.977, p<0.05), 이완기 혈압(F=74.780, p<0.05), …
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Innovative minimal processing of mini broccoli for keeping quality and safety and enhancing bioactive compounds
… antimicrobial, antiviral and reduction of coronary heart disease risk. These properties are related to the high content of broccoli in phenolic compounds, glucosinolates (isothiocyanates –ITC–), carotenoids, vitamins, fatty acids, minerals, etc. For these reasons, the broccoli consumption …
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A case study of two year six classes involved in a health-related fitness intervention
… commonly perceived by the general public. With coronary heart disease risk factors now found to have origins in childhood there is a real need for children to adopt lifestyles that will produce healthier adults. In Perth the Western Australian Schools Physical Activity and Nutrition project …
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Using B-type natriuretic peptide and whole body contrast enhanced magnetic resonance imaging to detect asymptomatic cardiovascular disease and improve prediction of risk of cardiovascular disease: the TASCFORCE Study
Cardiovascular disease remains a leading a cause of mortality and morbidity. Primary prevention is known to reduce the incidence of cardiovascular disease. The use of medication is currently targeted at those at increased predicted risk of cardiovascular disease using risk prediction tools …
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Modeling Physical Activity in Working Adults: How Suitable Is the Expanded Parallel Process Model?
… variable. The theory is tested in the context of risk for coronary heart disease and involves secondary analyses of a dataset from a group of working adults. These individuals had elected first to participate in a health plan ‘Quality Improvement Study’ and were then randomly selected to receive …
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Understanding of Coronary Heart Disease in South Asian Migrant Men in the UK
This research explored the understanding of coronary heart disease among the South Asian Migrant men in the UK. The objectives of this study are: • To explore migrant South Asian men’s understanding of the risks involved with coronary heart disease in the UK • To relate their understanding in the …
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Risk factors for coronary heart disease and mediation by socio-economic status : An analysis of the 1995 National Health Survey
As the leading cause of death and disease in Australia, Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) places a significant burden on society. There are many lifestyle factors that are known to increase the risk of CHD. This study looks at both risk factors and protective factors of CHD. Research also shows CHD …