Degree Name
MS (Master of Science)
Program
Clinical Nutrition
Date of Award
5-2004
Committee Chair or Co-Chairs
Elizabeth F. Lowe
Committee Members
Ruth Verhegge, Robert Allen, Anna Roberts
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to determine if there was a significant difference in weight loss, body fat, waist circumference, or diet quality among participants taking calcium or placebo supplements in a lifestyle intervention program. Three participants ages 52-55 completed the 14 week program. Two participants took 1,000 milligrams calcium while one participant took a placebo. Changes in diet were analyzed by Nutribase IV and self perception. Anthropometrics were analyzed by analysis of variance, alpha level 0.05. There was significant decrease in weight and waist circumference for the calcium group and decrease in bioelectrical impedance for the placebo group; however, due to small sampling size, results are inconclusive. There was no significant difference between groups in skinfold, diet, or quality of life.
Document Type
Thesis - unrestricted
Recommended Citation
Spence, Candee Meredith, "Lifestyle Intervention Program with Calcium Supplementation to Promote Weight Loss and Body Fat Reduction in Overweight Individuals." (2004). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. Paper 868. https://dc.etsu.edu/etd/868
Copyright
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