How acidic is your stomach?
Steam project I did my project on the stomach and the functions of the stomach acid.
The Pineal Gland and Circadian Rhythm
STEAM picture THE PINEAL GLAND AND CIRCADIAN RHYTHM There are two types of glands within the endocrine system: exocrine glands and endocrine glands. Exocrine glands are chiefly responsible for the secretion of nonhormonal substances such as sweat and saliva. Secretion ducts are responsible for the release of the …
Liver Damage Linked to Herbal Remedies
I researched some interesting claims I had read about certain herbal remedies’ effect on the liver. My artwork shows the route the organic compounds take to impact the minute biology (resulting in altered output) of the liver.
Salmeterol In Emphysema
For this year’s steam project I wanted to cover a respiratory disease called emphysema and the pathophysiology in this chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). As well as providing what classification of drugs reduce the symptoms of emphysema. My art piece provides a before and after look on how the airways …
Endometriosis vs. Adenomyosis
For my project, I decided to explore the differences between two uterine disorders, endometriosis and adenomyosis. While similar, there are a couple of distinct differences between the two. One of which is expressed in the water color sketch included: with adenomyosis, the excess endometrial cells form within the uterus while …
Effects of Air Quality on Asthma
I have asthma, so I did my STEAM project on the effects air quality and common pollutants have on asthma and some important tips for managing asthma symptoms and attacks when air quality is poor. Asthma can be triggered by exposure to air pollutants, and long-term subjection to poor-quality air …
Peptic Ulcer Disease
For my STEAM project, I decided to create two watercolor paintings. One painting with a stomach and duodenum that is healthy and one with stomach and duodenum ulcers. I decided to create these paintings to show a visual representation of a healthy stomach and duodenum in comparison to one that …
Valvular Heart Disease-Mitral Valve Prolapse
My STEAM Project is on Valvular Heart Disease but I focus on one, Mitral Valve Prolapse. There are many different types of heart diseases, focusing on the valves. The human heart is the most important organ in the circulatory system because it sends oxygen and nutrients to other parts of …
The Effects of Low FODMAPs on Individuals with Intestinal Dysbiosis
FODMAPs are an acronym for a group of foods that are broken down into short chain carbohydrates that ferment and feed the bacteria in the large intestine. In sensitive individuals, FODMAP foods cause gas, bloating, and some other pretty unpleasant digestive disturbances. If you are going into healthcare, you will …