Health, Nutrition & Exercise Science Masters Theses: Recent submissions
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Use of Compression Garments for Recovery From Plyometric Exercise
(North Dakota State University, 2016)The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of compression tights and knee-high stockings on recovery from plyometric exercise. Thirty recreationally active men completed 10x10 plyometric box drop jumps to induce ... -
The Role of Flaxseed in the Expression of DNA Methyltransferases, Leptin, and Peroxisome Prolifterator-Activated Receptor Alpha in an Obese Animal Model
(North Dakota State University, 2016)Diet-induced obesity (DIO) has been shown to increase DNA methyltransferase (DNMT) expression and DNMT binding at obesity-associated genes. Natural compounds have the potential to reverse obesity-associated gene expression ... -
The Effect of Exercise Intensity on Perceived Post-Exercise Appetite
(North Dakota State University, 2015)The purpose of this study was to investigate whether there is a greater reduction in appetite following a high intensity interval training (HIIT) exercise session compared to a steady-state exercise (SSE) exercise session. Six ... -
High-Intensity Interval Training vs. Superset Training: A Comparison of Energy Expenditure
(North Dakota State University, 2015)The purpose of this study was to compare energy expenditure between high intensity interval training (HIIT) and agonist-antagonist (SUPER) resistance training (RT) exercise protocols. Twelve males (23.91 ± 3.58 years) ... -
Relationships Among Diet Quality, BMI and Cooking Skills in a Group of College Students
(North Dakota State University, 2015)Students at a Midwest university (n=968) completed a survey regarding perceived confidence in cooking skills, food preparation frequencies, and average daily consumption of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat ... -
The Effects of the Space Correction Kinesio Taping Method (R) on the Patellofemoral Joint Measured by Diagnostic Ultrasound
(North Dakota State University, 2016)Background: There is limited quantitative research on joint space measurements to support the use of Kinesio Tape Space Correction Method®. There is limited to no research regarding the use of diagnostic ultrasound to take ... -
Caffeine Intake in College Students
(North Dakota State University, 2015)Caffeine is a widely consumed substance that is readily available through many sources that may influence consumption in the college setting. The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between caffeine intake ... -
The Effects of Kids’ Cooking Camps on Native American Children’s Knowledge and Habits Related to Food Safety, Preparation, and Nutrition
(North Dakota State University, 2015)A pilot research study was conducted to determine if cooking camps could increase knowledge and improve habits of Native American children related to food safety, nutrition, and reported food and exercise habits. Forty ... -
Comparison of Ulnohumeral Joint Space, Ulnar Collateral Ligament Width, and Abnormality in Collegiate Baseball Players Using Musculoskeletal Ultrasound
(North Dakota State University, 2015)The purpose of this thesis is to examine the difference in ulnar collateral ligaments (UCL) between pitchers and position players in collegiate baseball players. Differences were found using musculoskeletal ultrasound and ... -
Relationship Between Personality Type and Fruit and Vegetable Preference in Third and Fourth Grade Students
(North Dakota State University, 2015)The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between personality type and fruit and vegetable preferences of third and fourth grade children. A cross-sectional, quantitative survey study was used to ... -
Flaxseed and Buckwheat Supplemented Diets Altered Enterobacteriaceae Prevalence in the Cecum and Feces of Mice
(North Dakota State University, 2015)Dietary intake may cause variable bacterial prevalence in the gastrointestinal tract. The objective of this research was to determine the prevalence of Enterobacteriaceae in the cecum and feces following flaxseed and ... -
Wetted Ice Bags: Does the Temperature of the Water Added to the Ice Bag Really Matter?
(North Dakota State University, 2015)Currently, no consensus exists on how many degrees to decrease tissue temperature for a beneficial cryotherapy treatment, 1, 2 so it is accepted that colder tissue temperatures achieve more beneficial treatments. 3 There ... -
Measuring Brachial Artery Blood Flow Following a 3MHZ, 1.0 W/CM² Thermal Therapeutic Ultrasound Treatment
(North Dakota State University, 2015)Ultrasound has been suggested to be one of the most commonly used therapeutic modalities in clinical practice. One of the purported benefits of thermal ultrasound, is the ability to increase blood flow to local tissue. ... -
Dietary Behaviors Among College Students
(North Dakota State University, 2014)Research states that college students do not meet dietary recommendations, specifically in fruits, vegetables, and dairy products. Failure to meet dietary recommendations results in diets lacking essential nutrients. ... -
The Use of Bananas in Preventing Exercise Associated Muscle Cramps
(North Dakota State University, 2014)Bananas have been consumed by athletes in the belief that they prevent muscle cramping. However, there are no studies in the literature that test plasma potassium concentration as a prevention technique for exercise ... -
Iron Supplementation and Its Effect on Ferritin Levels in Female Collegiate Track and Field Athletes
(North Dakota State University, 2014)Adequate stores of iron are necessary for optimal athletic performance and severe iron depletion resulting in iron-deficiency anemia may depress performance. This is important for athletes, particularly females, to address ... -
Worksite Wellness Culture: An Assessment of the Needs and Interests of the Faculty and Staff of a Mid-western State University
(North Dakota State University, 2014)The purpose of this study was to evaluate the wellness culture of a mid-western university and to identify the health needs and interests of the faculty and staff employed along with current awareness and use of wellness ... -
Intake of Fat-Soluble Vitamins Among Undergraduate College Students Attending North Dakota State University
(North Dakota State University, 2015)Fat-soluble vitamins are essential micronutrients that are critical in normal physiological processes. Deficiencies can pose increased risk of chronic diseases. This may be particularly important among college students, ... -
Clinical Outcomes of Different Tempos of Music during Exercise in Cardiac Rehabilitation Patients
(North Dakota State University, 2014)This study examined the effects of stimulating and sedative music on ratings of perceived exertion (RPE), heart rate (HR), blood pressure (BP), and feeling status during exercise in cardiac rehabilitation (CR) patients. ... -
Cramp Threshold Frequency in a Fatgiued Flexor Hallicus Longus Compared to a Rested Flexor Hallicus Longus
(North Dakota State University, 2014)Muscle fatigue is thought to cause a person’s exercise associated muscle cramps (EAMCs). However, there is little support that fatigue is the reason EAMCs occur. We examined if a fatigued muscle would make it more susceptible ...