Iodine deficiency

affected. It is a frequent cause of childhood birth defects and deaths. Birth defects can be caused by “single gene defects, chromosomal disorders…environmental teratogens…maternal infectious diseases such as syphilis and rubella… [and] iodine and folic acid deficiencies (Bruneau, 2008).” Congenital heart defects can be classified based on defects that cause too much blood to be moved to the lungs, too little blood passing to the lungs, or not enough blood being circulated throughout the body.…

"Two all beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, onions on a sesame seed bun."(McDonald 's BigMac). Everyone knows America as the home of fattening foods and widespread obesity. In spite of our stereotypical outlook on America , obesity is not the only nutritional problem America faces. Correspondingly, due to social media and changes in public perception in a healthy image, America, also faces eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa, and bulimia. At the same time social media…

plant nutrients. Veganism is a philosophy which is followed by many which doesn’t allow any form of animal exploitation for food or clothing. This diet follows the principle of Veganism. While this diet may result in good result yet it can led to deficiency of important nutrients in body. As opposed to the low carb diet the main foods from which you gain energy in Vegan diet are food items high in Carbohydrate and starchy content. Eating lots of fruits and vegetables like bok choy, spinach,…

Introduction Have you ever considered trying out something new? Like eating dog food? Sounds weird, doesn’t it? People say that dog food is a disgusting thing to consume. Whenever you have some disgusting meal, it is always likened to dog food. Anyway, dog treats are very nutritious foods that can supply the required nutrients needed in the body. The same nutrients that bring dogs to their desirable weight and shape can also bring someone to a desirable body shape and weight too. Anyway, there…

This report is a dietary analysis on foods consumed from the dates Friday, April 1 through Sunday April 3, 2016. All food items were entered into the online software application MyFitnessPal. The foods that were consumed are within a typical diet including two days from the weekend. Some foods were eaten at home and some at restaurants. The attached reports include total calories and a breakdown of foods by day for breakfast, lunch and dinner. There are three reports summarized from MyFitnessPal…

Hypothyroidism Hypothyroidism, also known as an underactive thyroid, refers to a lack of thyroid hormone produced by the thyroid gland. Thyroid hormone affects the activity of almost every organ and tissue in the body. The thyroid gland, located in the medial, inferior portion of the cervical region, lateral and ventral to the trachea, helps to regulate the body’s metabolism, heart rate, and energy levels (“Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)”, WebMD 1). Approximately 20 million Americans…

Computed tomography (CT) scanning technology was discovered in 1972 and revolutionized the world of neuroimaging (Sadock, Sadock, & Ruiz, 2014). The CT scan was the first technique to allow the imaging of brain tissue in living patients (Sadock, Sadock, & Ruiz, 2014). During a CT scan, a patient lies on a flat surface, which incrementally moves through what is referred to as a gantry (Sadock, Sadock, & Ruiz, 2014). A gantry is a round shaped structure that contains a motorized x-ray source…

Research Analysis Both developed and developing nations around the world have experienced some degree of unfortunate fetal and early childhood development based upon the food and agriculture associated in that nation. The food, agriculture, and soil in developed and developing countries can cause damaging birth defects upon pregnant women and the physical development of early childhood. This topic can of great conflict, for the keen natural resources needed for the survival of both the mother…

Vertebrate Histology (BIOLOGY 364) Fall 2015 Lecture Final (Take-home) A. Pick 3 of the following and argue that the following are either “adaptive” or necessary for survival, homeostasis, and/or reproduction: 1. Adluminal compartment of seminiferous tubules • The adluminal compartment is made up of spermatocytes, spermatozoa and spermatids. The compartment is considered a tight-junction. This tight-junction is said to be a blood-testicle-barrier. This means the…

Hyperthyroidism (congenital), which is located on Chromosome 15. Hyperthyroidism is due a mutation occurring in the gene that encodes the functions of your thyroid. This disease prevents the thyroid from producing specific hormones, but also causes iodine deficiency and an error in the metabolic process. I carry two alleles for this mutation; meaning that I had inherited the mutation from both parents. Treating this disease is vital as it usually begins to negatively affect the body early on…