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Skin elasticity, a key indicator of skin health, is influenced by various factors including diet and body composition. This study, led by Myka Williams as part of her Barrett, The Honors College Thesis Project at Arizona State University under the guidance of Dr. Carol Johnston and Dr. Sandy Mayol-Kreiser, investigates the relationship between diet—specifically vegetarian and omnivorous patterns—and skin elasticity. Utilizing the ElastiMeter from Delfin Technologies, we assessed the skin elasticity of 38 individuals from the ASU community. Our findings revealed no significant difference in skin elasticity between the dietary groups. However, intriguing correlations emerged between participants' Body Mass Index (BMI) and skin elasticity. These initial findings suggest the potential influence of body composition on skin health, warranting further research with additional parameters to strengthen and expand upon these observations.
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- Williams, Myka (Author)
- Johnston, Carol (Thesis director)
- Mayol-Kreiser, Sandy (Committee member)
- Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor)
- School of Life Sciences (Contributor)
- School of Human Evolution & Social Change (Contributor)
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2024-05
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