Tuesday, February 28, 2012

A 14-year-old boy has been suffering from type I diabetes mellitus for the past 6 years. His vision has deteri

A 14-year-old boy has been suffering from type I diabetes mellitus for the past 6 years. His vision has deteri?
A 14-year-old boy has been suffering from type I diabetes mellitus for the past 6 years. His vision has deteriorated in the last 2 years. He voids large volumes of urine and was admitted to the hospital with severe pyelonephritis, a kidney infection. Upon admission, the doctor found that he had mild ketoacidosis. Which type of insulin should be administered? Why? Are there any side effects of insulin administration? Besides medication, would diet and exercise affect blood glucose and insulin level in the patient? How? What could be the reasons for kidney infection and deteriorating vision? Why are kidney infections and vision problems common in diabetics? Why does an infection lead to acidosis and what will be the patient's serum bicarbonate level?
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I'm hoping that this is for your homework and you're not asking about a real person?! If this is a real person then they need to speak to their dr about what to do! Anyway, assuming homework ... Insulin - upon admission the dr might decide to put him on a sliding scale (glucose/insulin drip) to stabilize blood sugar during the infection. After this normal insulin should be reviewed (because it's obiously not great for him) but continued unless his consultant can suggest something better. Side effects - the good thing is that hypos are meant to be avoided on a sliding scale because it's administered with a glucose drip. On usual injections / pump the main side effect is a hypo (low blood glucose) - this is actually an insulin overdose but v difficult to avoid completely. For your subject another side effect could be that if his blood sugars have been really high for a long time then bringing them down too quickly can make him feel hypo even though he's not and can also accelerate eye disease, so the dr would have to be very careful of this. Improving his diet and increasing exercise may help to stabilize his blood sugars but at this point changing diet and exercise would just throw another variable into the mix and make bringing his diabetes under control even more difficult. Type 1 diabetes is not like type 2 diabetes that can really benefit from diet and exercise changes. Diabetes causes damage to the retina at the back of the eye. This can be treated with laser surgery if it's caught early enough but this is a dangerous procedure so many people opt not to have it done. Left unchecked this kind of eye disease can cause blindness. The risk of it is greatly reduced by good blood glucose control. Diabetes can also affect kidney function and cause kidney damage / failure but a likely cause of this kidney infection is due to a much lowered immune system caused by diabetes - this leaves the body open to infection and particularly to thrush and urine infections - a urine infection left untreated can lead to a kidney infection. I don't think that your patient has dka (ketoacidosis) at this point although he may be heading for it. This is caused by an increase in metabolism during an infection which someone with diabetes can't cope with v well because to deal with dka you need extra carbs and extra insulin - your body makes this itself but the body of someone with diabetes doesn't. dka affects blood chemistry including bicarbonate and potassium levels. Hope that helps xx








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Friday, February 24, 2012

Health Questions-help

Health Questions-help?
Question 1 Which of the following risk factors is controllable? A)stress B)alcohol intake C)diabetes mellitus D)high blood cholesterol E)all of these Question 2 Smokers' risk of heart attack is _______ times the risk of nonsmokers. A)two to four B) four to six C)six to eight D)eight to ten Question 3 Regular physical exercise lowers blood pressure. A)True B)False Question 4 Excessive drinking of alcohol can cause many types of disease. A)True B)False Question 5 Four out of five people who die from heart disease are 65 or older. A)True B)False Question 6 Physical exercise helps to prevent heart disease. A)True B)False Question 7 Women have a greater risk of heart attack than men do, and they have attacks earlier in life. A)True B)False Question 8 A person's cholesterol level is not affected by age, sex, heredity, and diet. A)True B)False Question 9 Which of the following is considered a "good" cholesterol? A)LDL B)HDL C)triglycerides Question 10 Alcohol can contribute to: A)cancer B)irregular heartbeats C)obesity D)suicide E)all of the above
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I am not doing your homework for you.





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Monday, February 20, 2012

1. Which of the following is NOT a function of fat

1. Which of the following is NOT a function of fat?
1. Which of the following is NOT a function of fat? protection of organs insulation of the body quick source of energy production of the sex hormones 2. Which of the following nutrients provides the first source of energy for humans? proteins carbohydrates vitamins minerals 3. Which of the following nutrients helps to build muscle, transports oxygen and carbon dioxide, forms hormones, and antibodies? lipids proteins minerals carbohydrates 4. What statement best describes the typical American diet? It contains too little protein. It contains too little fat. It contains too many fruits and vegetables. It contains too much sugar. 5. If a person is experiencing constipation, what carbohydrate should they increase in their diet? glucose lactose cellulose glycogen 6. Which statement best describes minerals and their function? Minerals are found only in the bones and teeth. Minerals are organic compounds used in energy production. Minerals provide energy when carbohydrates are not available. Minerals are elements which help to build cells and repair body tissues. 7. When an oil is changed to a solid, trans fat, like in the production of some margarines, what is the process called? hydrogenation synthesis assimilation integration 8. Which carbohydrate is known as blood sugar and is needed by all body cells to produce energy? glucose sucrose glycogen starch 9. How many calories are provided by a salad dressing containing 23 fat grams? 61 92 207 255 10. What type of fat simulates the liver to produce more cholesterol which can lead to the depositing of cholesterol in the blood vessels? unsaturated fat saturated fat phospholipids lipoprotein 11. Which medical condition is not related to one's nutrition? diabetes mellitus obesity atherosclerosis bronchitis 12. What current factor influences American health habits in a negative way? more offerings of chicken and fish in restaurants as alternatives to beef a hurried lifestyle leading to many meals eaten away from home the emphasis of increasing fruits and vegetables in the diet more available information on the nutritional content of foods 13. Suzie consumes 2,700 calories every day but requires only 2,300 calories to meet her energy needs. Over time, Suzie's calorie consumption may lead to what disorder? obesity anorexia nervosa bulimia fitness 14. What form of fat is carried in the blood by lipoproteins? amino acids cellulose triglycerides phospholipids 15. Why must all essential amino acids be present in the body at the same time for growth and repair to take place? It takes the body too long to make the essential amino acids. Proteins cannot be made by the body if they are absent. Too much energy will be used up to make them. The body will have to start breaking down fat to make them. 16. What mineral is needed for healthy bones and teeth? potassium sodium iron calcium 17. Which vitamin found in citrus fruits and tomatoes is necessary for iron absorption, collagen formation, and increasing the function of the immune system? Vitamin A Vitamin B Vitamin C Vitamin D 18. What is measured by the basal metabolic rate (BMR)? the energy needs of the body at rest calories needed by the body during physical activity rate at which a person needs calories during the day rate at which food is converted to energy 19. Which of the following is NOT a function of water? removal of waste products from the body circulation of substances through the blood temperature regulation and sweat production production of hormones 20. Restaurants typically add too much of which of the following nutrients to food resulting in higher calories? fat vitamins water fiber 21. A man's weight is considered obese and harmful to his health if it is greater than which of the following percentages? 5% 10% 15% 20% 22. What government agency has provided the public with dietary guidelines to help promote health and prevent disease? Food and Drug Administration U.S. Department of Agriculture National Institutes of Health Centers for Disease Control 23. A one-ounce slice of boiled ham
Teaching - 3 Answers
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These are the type of questions that Google is there for. Or at least Wikipedia.
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i agree. nobody wants to do your homwork so use google
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You can copy and paste your questions in google.com, ehow.com, or howstuffworks.com. Your search engine understands natural language and you should be able to find the answers to your quiz. This looks like a take home quiz and you should earn your grade not us. If you have your textbook, look in the index for the pages discussing your key words and you should be able to find the answers without actually reading your book. Learn how to fish so you will have food for life. A little note of wisdom from a retired teacher ( - :






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Thursday, February 16, 2012

Can someone check my biology answers

Can someone check my biology answers?
ok so im trying to study for my bio quiz and i answered some multiple choice questions at the end of the chapter. can someone just tell me if i got it wrong and if i did what is the right answer? thank you! i already know the 1st one is correct so i wont post it. 2.) Which type of glands are ductless? (b) a. exocrine b. endocrine c. Both a and b are correct d. neither a nor b is correct 3.) Which hormones can cross cell membranes? (b) a. peptide hormones b. steroid hormones c. both a and b are correct d. neither a nor b is correct 4.) The anterior pituitary controls the secretion(s) of: (b) a. both the adrenal medulla and the adrenal cortex b. both thyroid and adrenal cortex c. both ovaries and testes d. both b and c are correct 5.) Growth hormone is produced by the (c) a. posterior adrenal gland b. posterior pituitary c. anterior pituitary d. kidneys e. none of these are correct 6.) ____ is released through positive feedback and causes ____: (c) a. insulin, stomach contractions b. oxytocin, stomach contractions c. oxytocin, uterine contractions d. none of these are correct 7.) PTH causes the blood levels of calcium to ____, and calcitonin causes it to ____: (b) a. increase, increase b. increase, decrease c. decrease, increase d. decrease, decrease 8.) Bodily response to stress includes: (e) a. water reabsorption by the kidneys b. blood pressure increase c. heart rate increase e. all of these are correct 9.) Anabolic steroid use can cause: (e) a. liver damage b. severe acne c. balding d. reduced testicular size e. all of these are correct 10.) Lack of aldosterone will cause a blood imbalance of: (b) a. sodium b. potassium c. water d. all of these are correct e. none of these are correct 11.) Glucagon causes: (d) a. use of fat for energy b. kidney disease c. all of these are correct d. Both a and be are correct e. none of these are correct 12.) Long-term complications of diabetes incude: (d) a. blindness b. kidney disease c. circulatory disorders d. all of these are correct (blindness, kidney disease, circulatory disorders) 13.) Diabetes mellitus is associated with (b) a. too much insulin in the blood b. too high a blood glucose level. c. blood that is too dilute d. all of these are correct 14.) Which of these is not a pair of antagonistic hormones? (c) a. insulin- glucagon b. calcitonin- parathyroid hormone c. cortisol- epinephrine d. aldosterone- atrial natriuretic hormone (ANH) 15.) Which hormone and condition is mismatched? (d) a. growth hormone- acromegaly b. thyroxine- goiter c. parathyroid hormone- tetany d. cortisol- myxedema e. insulin- diabetes thank you so much to whoever helps! the answers i chose were in the ( ) right after the question. but don't worry about it i already took the quiz, thanks!
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d is the answer to number 12 but how can I check you answers when all I see are the questions? Anyway you might find this link at least interesting: http://www.diseaseproof.com/archives/diabetes-diabetes-alert.html






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Sunday, February 12, 2012

Do you know your health? BECAUSE I DON'T! PLEASE HELP

Do you know your health? BECAUSE I DON'T! PLEASE HELP!?
Multiple Choice Choose the best answer for each question. 1. Which of the following is NOT a function of fat? protection of organs insulation of the body quick source of energy production of the sex hormones 2. Which of the following nutrients provides the first source of energy for humans? proteins carbohydrates vitamins minerals 3. Which of the following nutrients helps to build muscle, transports oxygen and carbon dioxide, forms hormones, and antibodies? lipids proteins minerals carbohydrates 4. What statement best describes the typical American diet? It contains too little protein. It contains too little fat. It contains too many fruits and vegetables. It contains too much sugar. 5. If a person is experiencing constipation, what carbohydrate should they increase in their diet? glucose lactose cellulose glycogen 6. Which statement best describes minerals and their function? Minerals are found only in the bones and teeth. Minerals are organic compounds used in energy production. Minerals provide energy when carbohydrates are not available. Minerals are elements which help to build cells and repair body tissues. 7. When an oil is changed to a solid, trans fat, like in the production of some margarines, what is the process called? hydrogenation synthesis assimilation integration 8. Which carbohydrate is known as blood sugar and is needed by all body cells to produce energy? glucose sucrose glycogen starch 9. How many calories are provided by a salad dressing containing 23 fat grams? 61 92 207 255 10. What type of fat simulates the liver to produce more cholesterol which can lead to the depositing of cholesterol in the blood vessels? unsaturated fat saturated fat phospholipids lipoprotein 11. Which medical condition is not related to one's nutrition? diabetes mellitus obesity atherosclerosis bronchitis 12. What current factor influences American health habits in a negative way? more offerings of chicken and fish in restaurants as alternatives to beef a hurried lifestyle leading to many meals eaten away from home the emphasis of increasing fruits and vegetables in the diet more available information on the nutritional content of foods 13. Suzie consumes 2,700 calories every day but requires only 2,300 calories to meet her energy needs. Over time, Suzie's calorie consumption may lead to what disorder? obesity anorexia nervosa bulimia fitness 14. What form of fat is carried in the blood by lipoproteins? amino acids cellulose triglycerides phospholipids 15. Why must all essential amino acids be present in the body at the same time for growth and repair to take place? It takes the body too long to make the essential amino acids. Proteins cannot be made by the body if they are absent. Too much energy will be used up to make them. The body will have to start breaking down fat to make them. 16. What mineral is needed for healthy bones and teeth? potassium sodium iron calcium 17. Which vitamin found in citrus fruits and tomatoes is necessary for iron absorption, collagen formation, and increasing the function of the immune system? Vitamin A Vitamin B Vitamin C Vitamin D 18. What is measured by the basal metabolic rate (BMR)? the energy needs of the body at rest calories needed by the body during physical activity rate at which a person needs calories during the day rate at which food is converted to energy 19. Which of the following is NOT a function of water? removal of waste products from the body circulation of substances through the blood temperature regulation and sweat production production of hormones 20. Restaurants typically add too much of which of the following nutrients to food resulting in higher calories? fat vitamins water fiber 21. A man's weight is considered obese and harmful to his health if it is greater than which of the following percentages? 5% 10% 15% 20% 22. What government agency has provided the public with dietary guidelines to help promote health and prevent disease? Food and Drug Administration U.S. Department of Agriculture
Diet & Fitness - 4 Answers
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I know number 4 is It contains too much sugar
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Why don't you open a textbook?
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1. production of the sex hormones 2. carbohydrates 3. proteins 4. It contains too little protein. 5. cellulose Ugghhh too many! sorry
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Are you taking the online class at BYU? Becaue thats what Im taking and these are the exact question that are on my speedback assignment!





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Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Which of the following is NOT a function of fat

Which of the following is NOT a function of fat?
. Which of the following is NOT a function of fat? protection of organs insulation of the body quick source of energy production of the sex hormones 2. Which of the following nutrients provides the first source of energy for humans? proteins carbohydrates vitamins minerals 3. Which of the following nutrients helps to build muscle, transports oxygen and carbon dioxide, forms hormones, and antibodies? lipids proteins minerals carbohydrates 4. What statement best describes the typical American diet? It contains too little protein. It contains too little fat. It contains too many fruits and vegetables. It contains too much sugar. 5. If a person is experiencing constipation, what carbohydrate should they increase in their diet? glucose lactose cellulose glycogen 6. Which statement best describes minerals and their function? Minerals are found only in the bones and teeth. Minerals are organic compounds used in energy production. Minerals provide energy when carbohydrates are not available. Minerals are elements which help to build cells and repair body tissues. 7. When an oil is changed to a solid, trans fat, like in the production of some margarines, what is the process called? hydrogenation synthesis assimilation integration 8. Which carbohydrate is known as blood sugar and is needed by all body cells to produce energy? glucose sucrose glycogen starch 9. How many calories are provided by a salad dressing containing 23 fat grams? 61 92 207 255 10. What type of fat simulates the liver to produce more cholesterol which can lead to the depositing of cholesterol in the blood vessels? unsaturated fat saturated fat phospholipids lipoprotein 11. Which medical condition is not related to one's nutrition? diabetes mellitus obesity atherosclerosis bronchitis 12. What current factor influences American health habits in a negative way? more offerings of chicken and fish in restaurants as alternatives to beef a hurried lifestyle leading to many meals eaten away from home the emphasis of increasing fruits and vegetables in the diet more available information on the nutritional content of foods 13. Suzie consumes 2,700 calories every day but requires only 2,300 calories to meet her energy needs. Over time, Suzie's calorie consumption may lead to what disorder? obesity anorexia nervosa bulimia fitness 14. What form of fat is carried in the blood by lipoproteins? amino acids cellulose triglycerides phospholipids 15. Why must all essential amino acids be present in the body at the same time for growth and repair to take place? It takes the body too long to make the essential amino acids. Proteins cannot be made by the body if they are absent. Too much energy will be used up to make them. The body will have to start breaking down fat to make them. 16. What mineral is needed for healthy bones and teeth? potassium sodium iron calcium 17. Which vitamin found in citrus fruits and tomatoes is necessary for iron absorption, collagen formation, and increasing the function of the immune system? Vitamin A Vitamin B Vitamin C Vitamin D 18. What is measured by the basal metabolic rate (BMR)? the energy needs of the body at rest calories needed by the body during physical activity rate at which a person needs calories during the day rate at which food is converted to energy 19. Which of the following is NOT a function of water? removal of waste products from the body circulation of substances through the blood temperature regulation and sweat production production of hormones 20. Restaurants typically add too much of which of the following nutrients to food resulting in higher calories? fat vitamins water fiber 21. A man's weight is considered obese and harmful to his health if it is greater than which of the following percentages? 5% 10% 15% 20% 22. What government agency has provided the public with dietary guidelines to help promote health and prevent disease? Food and Drug Administration U.S. Department of Agriculture National Institutes of Health Centers for Dise
Other - Health - 5 Answers
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holy crap. did you just post an entire quiz/test or assignment? no way. pony up and work some of that on your own.
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Man, I wish I had a place to post my entire homework assignment for me back when i was in school. :)
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1. Fat Hormones 2. Carbs 3. Proteins 4. much surgar 5. celulose 6. mineral energy 7. intergation 8. glucose 9. use the formula for e 10. Saturated Fat 11. bronchitis 12. hurried life style eaten away from home 13.obesity 14. triglycerides 15. It takes the body too long to make the essential amino acids. 16. calcium 17. C 18. rate at which food is converted to energy 19. production of hormones 20. FAT 21. 20% 22. National Health
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1- production of the sex hormones 2- carbohydrates 3- proteins 4-It contains too much sugar. 5-glycogen 6-Minerals are found only in the bones and teeth. 7-synthesis 8-glucose 9-255 10-saturated fat 11-bronchitis 12-a hurried lifestyle leading to many meals eaten away from home 13-obesity 14-triglycerides 15-Proteins cannot be made by the body if they are absent. 16-calcium 17- vitamin c 18-rate at which a person needs calories during the day 19- production of hormones 20- fat 21- 20% 22- Food and Drug Administration
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I would not trust the other genius' who answered these questions.






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Saturday, February 4, 2012

I need help in biology! please

I need help in biology! please?
need help in my biology HW 1.what is the difference between endocrine and exocrine glands? 2.describe the process of feedback inhibition? 3.how is the endocrine system regulated? 4.why does the endocrine system have to be controlled? 5. how is the posterior pituitary gland related to both the central nervous system and the endocrine system? 6. how do type I and II diabetes mellitus differ? 7. how does a pregnant woman endanger her embryo or fetus by smoking tobacco? 8 relationship between hormones and target cells
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1. Exocrine glands are glands that retain ducts to body surfaces. Most glands of the body are exocrine types with ducts connecting to anatomical surfaces; salivary, sweat. Endocrine glands are therefore referred to as "ductless" glands. Endocrine glands are the hormone producing structures of the body; pancreas, thyroid. Ugh, only one answer per question ><






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Wednesday, February 1, 2012

Could anyone check my English

Could anyone check my English?
Hi, could someone check the introduction of my thesis, please? I am not an English speaker, and I really want to know whether the grammar and structure of my thesis are matching English-speaker's appetite or not. Thanks! Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a major endocrine disorder which affects approximately 5% of the world’s population. It has a significant impact on the health, quality of life, and life expectancy of patients, as well as on the health care system. Diabetes mellitus is divided into two major categories: type 1 diabetes (formerly known as insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus, or IDDM), and type 2 diabetes (formerly known as non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus, or NIDDM). In particular, the most common, accounting for 90% of patients is type 2 diabetes. The cause of type 2 diabetes is a combination of resistance to insulin action and an inadequate compensatory insulin-secretory response.    In the past, several studies have been carried out on the potential health effects of soy and soy isoflavones in lowering risk of certain diseases, such as breast cancer and intestinal cancer. Soy intake may improve blood lipid levels in humans and animals and decrease arterial fatty streaks in animals, therefore reducing the risk of developing atherosclerosis. Isoflavones, as the main hypolipidemic agent in soy, was focused on their antioxidative and mild estrogenic activity by considerable research. It also said isoflavone has a role in lowering cholesterol levels. Genistein is one of the main isoflavinoid found in soy beans and is a strong antioxidant.    Agakong, a wild soybean which was bred by means of interspecific cross breeding between Eunhakong (Glycine max) and KLG10084 (Glycine soja), has a green seed-coat color and a very small size. Generally, small seed-sized soybeans have good seed vigor, high hypocotyl elongation, and a high sprout yield. Recent study reported that the total isoflavone contents (9,684.8 μg/g) of Agakong was two or three times more than the proportion of Eunhakong and KLG10084. Agakong3, which was enhanced from Agakong, are expected has a much higher content of total isoflavone comparing to Agakong. In this study, the possible anti-diabetic effects of Agakong3, in db/db mice have been evaluated.
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the stuff after correction.. hope i helped ! Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a major endocrine disorder which affects approximately 5% of the world’s population. It has a significant impact on <> health, quality of life, and life expectancy of patients, as well as on the health care system. Diabetes mellitus is divided into two major categories: type 1 diabetes (formerly known as insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus, or IDDM), and type 2 diabetes (formerly known as non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus, or NIDDM). In particular, the most common <from the two>, accounting for 90% of patients is type 2 diabetes. The cause of type 2 diabetes is a combination of resistance to insulin action and an inadequate compensatory insulin-secretory response.    In the past, several studies have been carried out on the potential health effects of soy and soy isoflavones in lowering risk of certain diseases, such as breast cancer and intestinal cancer. Soy intake may improve blood lipid levels in humans and animals and decrease arterial fatty streaks in animals, therefore reducing the risk of developing atherosclerosis. Isoflavones, as the main hypolipidemic agent in soy, was focused on their antioxidative and mild estrogenic activity by considerable research. It also said isoflavone has a role in lowering cholesterol levels. Genistein is one of the main isoflavinoid found in soy beans and is a strong antioxidant.    Agakong, a wild soybean which was bred by means of interspecific cross breeding between Eunhakong (Glycine max) and KLG10084 (Glycine soja), has a green seed-coat color and <> very small size. Generally, small seed-sized soybeans have good seed vigor, high hypocotyl elongation, and a high sprout yield. Recent study reported that the total isoflavone contents (9,684.8 μg/g) of Agakong was two or three times more than the proportion of Eunhakong and KLG10084. Agakong3, which was enhanced from Agakong, <as> expected has a much higher content of total isoflavone comparing to Agakong. In this study, the possible anti-diabetic effects of Agakong3, in db/db mice have been evaluated.
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I think you have written your thesis well and put across your ideas quite clearly. There are a few grammatical errors which I have spotted (though I am no expert, but hope it helps improve your thesis). In the second paragraph: " Isoflavones, as the main hypolipidemic agent in soy, were*..." not was because Isoflavones is plural. Also that sentence is not very clear-- were focussed in.. means? "It is* also said that* isoflavone has a role..."-- add a is and that. In third paragraph, remove the coma before and. "A* recent study reported that the total isoflavone content*", not contents. "Agakong3, which was enhanced from Agakong, are to have* a much higher content of isoflavone compared* to Agakong".-- Replace has with "to have" and comparing with "compared". I think the rest is fine. I just gave a cursory glance, so i might have overlooked s





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