Sentences with phrase «decreased levels of»

This study found that play therapy led to decreased levels of depression and increased levels of self - esteem, among other benefits.

Higher IH is also associated with decreased levels of HIV test - taking at any time, as mediated by «outness» (but not directly), and denying that their sexual conduct is always as safe as the respondents want it to be (perceived control over sexual risk - taking).

Watson & Tellegen (1985), as well as Tellegen, Watson, & Clark (1999), found that these two dimensions are independent: the increased levels of positive affect are not related with the decreased levels of the negative one.

Pulmonary function tests show moderately decreased levels of lung functioning.

60 • Immune system suppression Natural Capital Degradation Effects of Ozone Depletion Human Health • Worse sunburn • More eye cataracts • More skin cancers • Immune system suppression Food and Forests • Reduced yields for some crops • Reduced seafood supplies from reduced phytoplankton • Decreased forest productivity for UV - sensitive tree species Wildlife • Increased eye cataracts in some species • Decreased population of aquatic species sensitive to UV radiation • Reduced population of surface phytoplankton Figure 20.21 Natural capital degradation: expected effects of decreased levels of ozone in the stratosphere.

Decreased levels of service from flooded roadways; increased hours of delay from congestion during street flooding episodes

52 • Immune system suppression Natural Capital Degradation Effects of Ozone Depletion Human Health • Worse sunburn • More eye cataracts • More skin cancers • Immune system suppression Food and Forests • Reduced yields for some crops • Reduced seafood supplies from reduced phytoplankton • Decreased forest productivity for UV - sensitive tree species Wildlife • Increased eye cataracts in some species • Decreased population of aquatic species sensitive to UV radiation • Reduced population of surface phytoplankton • Disrupted aquatic food webs from reduced phytoplankton Figure 20.21 Natural capital degradation: expected effects of decreased levels of ozone in the stratosphere.

Since the 1970s, southern Australia — and other areas of the Southern Hemisphere — have seen decreased levels of rain between April and May, which is autumn in that part of the Earth.

Researchers found that girls that played video games with their parents (mainly their fathers — not many mothers questioned admitted they played video games) were better behaved, felt more connected to their families, felt less aggressive, and demonstrated decreased levels of internalizing, which can lead to depression... «When parents play video games with their daughters, they may be sending a myriad of messages.

Decreased levels of parathyroid hormone allows calcium to move back into the bones, allows more calcium to be excreted in the urine, and slows gastrointestinal absorption of calcium.

Remind pondkeepers that their fish will grow, and overstocking may result in future problems, including overcrowding, poor water quality and decreased levels of oxygen.

It happens when there are decreased levels of thyroid hormones; symptoms include lethargy, a dull coat, and weight gain.

A study in 2013, published in the Journal of Veterinary Parasitology shows that decreased levels of Vitamin C is associated with generalized canine demodicosis.

Decreased levels of WBC (white blood cells) in the serum are noted, and Total WBC count; which is less than 2000 cells per ul, is considered as a «Poor Prognosis».

Coupled with the decreased levels of phosphorus and the addition of potassium citrate, this cat food is a good choice for optimum food digestion.

This didn't necessarily mean mastery of material — it was more a matter of decreased levels of prompting needed to get students to engage on some level with instruction.

Before stepping down as secretary, she told Virginia's General Assembly that the «trifecta» of challenges facing Virginia public education are rising poverty rates, higher achievement expectations, and decreased levels of funding.

According to the Intimacy Index conducted by the Berman Center for Women's Health in Chicago, couples who «kiss regularly and spontaneously not only have a closer emotional connection than those who skimp on cuddling outside the bedroom, but also decreased levels of stress.»

In one large study of more than 13,000 people, increased arginine intake was linked with decreased levels of C - reactive protein (CRP).

These sugar - related (glycoside) molecules are found primarily in the bran portion of the oat, and like beta - glucan, their intake has been associated with decreased levels of LDL and total cholesterol.

Region - specific neurotrophin imbalances in Alzheimer disease: decreased levels of brain - derived neurotrophic factor and increased levels of nerve growth factor in hippocampus and cortical areas.

With chronic dieting or stress, the body often stays in this «starvation mode» with elevated levels of reverse T3 and decreased levels of T3, which is a major reason for the regaining of lost weight with dieting as well being the mechanism behind stress induced weight gain (it is not due to increased cortisol).

Decreased levels of total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol following consumption of EVOO are findings are the vast majority of studies that have analyzed this relationship.

STUDY THREE — a blood pressure experiment on 9 men and 9 women found that olive leaf extract supplementation decreased levels of interleukin - 8, a pro-inflammatory chemical which is strongly linked to acne.

Additionally sufferers have been shown to have decreased levels of the beneficial bacteria lactobacilli and bifidobacteria in their colons, more of the less helpful bacteria Clostridium perfringens, as well as species such as fungi that were not found in controls2.

Because estrogen helps with fat metabolism, the decreased levels of estrogen in combination with increased fat mass can lead to insulin resistance.

Furthermore, the low - carbohydrate diet was associated with significantly increased levels of high - density lipoprotein (HDL), decreased levels of triglycerides, and decreased fat mass compared to the low - fat diet.

Researchers are not clear about the mechanism of action here, but continue to look at relationships between increased intake of cow's milk and decreased levels of uric acid in the blood.

The study showed that folic acid decreased the levels of homocysteine and thus reduced the risk of heart disease.

Low T - levels may come with symptoms such as mood swings, loss of sex drive, and decreased levels of lean muscle mass, so it's a good idea to keep testosterone at optimal levels.

Decreased levels of this hormone can cause one to experience depressive episodes and shifts in mood.

Many studies have shown decreased levels of the hormone testosterone to be directly responsible in the development of heart disease.

If laboratory tests indicate heightened levels of estrogen or decreased levels of testosterone and the doctor finds breast tissue, the diagnosis may be gynecomastia.

Decreased levels of zinc, calcium, iron and selenium have been reported as risk factors for postpartum depression.39

Decreased levels of nitric oxide could cause constriction of your arteries, therefore leading to high blood pressure.

Urinary incontinence in menopausal women is often caused by hormonal imbalance, specifically decreased levels of estrogen.

Rats on alternate - day fasting diets showed decreased levels of IGF - 1 and proliferation rates of T - cells and prostate cells (30).

After 40 days patients» cholesterol levels were tested again, and researchers found that those who drank mate decreased their levels of LDL cholesterol by nearly 10 percent.

Studies show that sleep restriction affects glucose metabolism by causing metabolic and endocrine alterations, including decreased glucose tolerance, decreased insulin sensitivity, increased evening concentrations of cortisol, increased levels of ghrelin, decreased levels of leptin and increased hunger and appetite.

Decreased levels of the neurotransmitters, primarily the hormones dopamine and serotonin are other very important factors.

Researchers have observed decreased levels of Lactobacilli and Bifidobacteria and an increased prevalence of pathogenic anaerobic organisms such as E. coli and Clostridia in fecal samples from IBS patients.

One review of 26 studies also found that a diet high in beans and legumes significantly decreased levels of LDL cholesterol (37).

In contrast, the high carbohydrate subjects decreased their levels of C - reactive protein by 48 %.

One meta - analysis of nearly 700 published studies showed that both adults and children who are short sleepers have an increased risk of obesity.1 In a different study, 12 men were allowed a full night of sleep (8 hours) followed by a partial night of sleep (4 hours); after the latter, the men were hungrier upon waking up and ate more during the day (22 %).2 Acute partial sleep leads to increased serum levels of ghrelin (a hunger hormone) and decreased levels of leptin (a satiety hormone).

Scientific research shows that increased levels of triglycerides and decreased levels of lipoproteins and good cholesterol occur when abnormal amounts of sugar are ingested.

Results showed that holy basil extracts helped maintain healthy blood sugar levels, decreased levels of the adrenal stress hormone cortisol and prevented the adrenal glands from increasing in size in response to stress.

«sleep loss has been shown to result in metabolic and endocrine alterations, including decreased glucose tolerance, decreased insulin sensitivity, increased evening concentrations of cortisol, increased levels of ghrelin, decreased levels of leptin, and increased hunger and appetite» (study).

And once menopause hits, that annual loss becomes greater and greater, due to decreased levels of estrogen.

Sources such as WebMD do report some side effects, such as decreased levels of potassium if you consume 8 ounces of apple cider vinegar on a daily basis for a long period of time.

Exposure to POFA from Teflon cookware alters the endocrine system including decreased levels of reproductive hormones and disrupted thyroid hormone regulation.