Browsing by Subject "Racial differences"
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The association between eating habits and overweight in 10-15 year old school children in the North West Province
(North-West University (South-Africa), 2001)The prevalence of obesity among children and adolescents worldwide appears to be increasing. There are many factors which contribute to the development of overweight and obesity. It is believed that bad eating habits is ... -
The influence of different types of barrier creams on skin barrier function
(North-West University, 2012)Aims and objectives: The research aims and objectives of this study were: Firstly to determine the positive effects and possible disadvantages of three types of barrier creams on skin barrier function by determining skin ... -
Transepidermal water loss, stratum corneum hydration, and skin surface pH of female African and Caucasian nursing students
(Wiley, 2018)Background Conflicting evidence exists on how skin barrier function compares between Africans and Caucasians. This study measured skin barrier function of South African first year nursing students before their practical ...