IMSA Effects of Natural Compounds on Diabetic Blood & Urine Research Residential Camp
Jul 06 - Jul 25
Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy
$1,500.00
About This Activity
Students will identify the effects of natural compounds such as turmeric and cinnamon on diabetic blood and urine. Hyperglycemic blood and urine will be created by adding different amounts of glucose to lab created simulated blood and urine. Students will study the effects of natural compounds in reducing glucose concentration k. Both blood and urine and then project their knowledge through experimentation. Students will use the same concentrations of 4 spices known to reduce glucose levels ( more can be added after discussion with students). The students will identify the effects of turmeric, ginger, curcumin and cinnamon on simulated diabetic blood and urine by measuring the concentration of glucose in blood and urine will to see what effect these compounds have in reducing glucose concentration. Differences between the effects of the individual compounds on simulated blood and urine will also be studied and conclusions drawn based on evidence. Once the best candidate for reducing glucose concentration has been identified for both blood and urine (they might be different), students will proceed to further study these compounds by testing the effect of different concentrations on blood and urine and draw conclusions based on evidence from their project. Students will also be responsible for providing suggestions for further research. This project will give students an overall idea of diabetes ( a rising concern among youth) and how ingesting natural compounds can help prevent or manage this condition. For more information, or if you have questions, contact IMSA’s Center for Teaching and Learning at studentenrichment@imsa.edu, 630-907-5987.
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