Browsing Health Sciences by Subject "Energy expenditure"
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Die effek van 'n fisieke-aktiwiteits-, dieet en gedragsveranderingsintervensie op obesiteit by 9-12 jarige kinders
(North-West University, 2008)Various research studies have indicated that the prevalence of overweight and obesity among children and adolescents has increased worldwide and has, therefore, become a serious health problem. Besides the various health ... -
Physical activity and energy balance in relation to birth outcomes during pregnancy in the Tlokwe municipality area: a longitudinal study
(North-West University (South-Africa), 2020)The high prevalence of obesity in South-African women poses a significant health risk for mother and offspring during pregnancy. Obesity and excessive gestational weight gain during pregnancy are associated with an increased ... -
The relationship between body composition components, risk for disordered eating and irregular menstrual patterns among long-distance athletes
(North-West University, 2008)In distance running specifically, a lean body appearance is emphasized as optimum for performance (Greydanus & Patel, 2002). In order to obtain or keep this leaner body, many athletes lower their energy intake and which, ... -
The relationship between gait mechanics and walking economy throughout pregnancy
(North-West University (South Africa) , Potchefstroom Campus, 2015)Pregnancy is characterized by significant physiological changes that manifest through variability of symptoms, largely stemming from the weight gain, and foetal development. Consequent adaptations in posture, balance, and ... -
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(North-West University (South Africa), Potchefstroom Campus, 2018)Motivation It is well-known that both a high-salt diet and obesity are risk factors for the development of hypertension and cardiovascular disease. Several studies have suggested a link between dietary sodium and obesity. ...