Plant oils are a good source of compounds that decrease the risk of some diseases. Growing consumer awareness has led to more interest in natural cold-pressed plant oils, which are often considered functional foods. Many unconventional edible plant oils are available on the market, but their quality and composition are often unknown. The aim of this study was to compare the nutritional value and quality of sixteen unconventional cold-pressed edible oils. The acid value (AV), peroxide value (PV), oxidative stability, fatty acid composition, phytosterol content, and tocochromanol content were measured for both fresh and stored oils. The nutritional quality indexes were also calculated. Cluster analysis of all factors showed that the oils fell into two groups: the first contained argan oil, pine oil, apricot kernel oil, avocado fruit oil, and macadamia nut oil; these had high levels of saturated and monounsaturated fatty acids and low amounts of phytosterols and tocochromanols. The second group included oil from dill seeds, milk thistle seeds, parsley seeds, watermelon seeds, safflower, poppy seeds, black cumin seeds, hemp, blackcurrant seeds, borage, and wheat germ. The highest tocochromanol and phytosterol content were observed in wheat germ and blackcurrant seed oil, and the lowest in black cumin and dill seed oil.
The present study aimed to explore whether personality traits infl uence buying behaviour and if this infl uence differs depending on a different culture. The author focused on a crosscultural investigation of Poland and the UK. Data were collected via an online questionnaire which measured personality traits, consumer purchase behaviour and the meaning of branded products for 525 participants. The results show signifi cant relationships between personality traits and both, consumer shopping styles and the way individuals perceived branded products.
Introduction: The dynamic development of the automotive industry, transport, and the media means that human life has become much easier. At the same time, the comfortable living conditions have decreased physical activity. Biologically conditioned, the need of activity has been minimised by the ever-increasing pace of life. As a result, it may lead to the loss of physical and mental health. Active recreation is not only an excellent source of activity, but also a source of satisfaction. Youths and adults should therefore spend their free time primarily on various forms of physical activity. Aim of the research: To evaluate the physical fitness of students who regularly practice physical exercise, those who occasionally practice, and those not practicing any form of physical activity. Material and methods: In the research we used a questionnaire of the Ruffier test and an orthostatic test. The study involved a group of 15 people aged 20-25 years. Participation in the study was entirely voluntary and anonymous. The study group consisted only of women. Results obtained from the questionnaire survey were fully reflected during exercise tests performed. Results and conclusions: Only regularly practiced physical activity has an effect on our body. Regular exercise increases our body's physical capacity. Activity is the best means of prevention of lifestyle diseases. Youths and adults should spend their free time mainly doing various forms of physical activity. Streszczenie Wprowadzenie: Dynamiczny rozwój motoryzacji, transportu, środków masowego przekazu sprawił, że życie ludzkie stało się prostsze. Jednocześnie przez komfortowe warunki życia zmniejszyła się aktywność fizyczna. Biologicznie uwarunkowana potrzeba ruchu została zminimalizowana przez ciągle rosnące tempo życia. W rezultacie może to doprowadzić do utraty zdrowia fizycznego oraz psychicznego. Czynny wypoczynek stanowi doskonałe źródło nie tylko ruchu, lecz także satysfakcji, zadowolenia. Młodzież oraz osoby dorosłe powinny swój wolny czas poświęcać przede wszystkim na uprawianiu najróżniejszych form aktywności ruchowej. Już najmłodszych należy informować o pozytywnym wpływie ruchu na organizm człowieka. Osoby te w wieku dojrzałym mają świadomość, że poprzez ćwiczenia fizyczne poprawiają kondycję oraz stan zdrowia. Cel pracy: Ocena wydolności fizycznej studentów regularnie uprawiających ćwiczenia fizyczne, sporadycznie ćwiczących oraz nieuprawiających jakichkolwiek form aktywności ruchowej. Materiał i metody: W badaniu zastosowano kwestionariusz ankiety oraz próbę Ruffiera i próbę ortostatyczną. Badaniem objęto grupę 15 osób w wieku 20-25 lat. Udział w badaniach był całkowicie dobrowolny i anonimowy. Postawiono następujące hipotezy: częstość uprawiania aktywności fizycznej wpływa na wynik w próbie Ruffiera, uprawianie sportu zawodowo koreluje ze wskaźnikiem masy ciała, liczba godzin spędzanych przed telewizorem lub komputerem warunkuje wynik próby ortostatycznej. Wyniki i wnioski: Tylko regularna aktywność fizyczna wpływa na organizm. Systematyczne ćwiczenia...
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