OSR™ Research
Academy of Self-Reliance Research Project
Health Perspective of Research
Purpose: To obtain a baseline measure of health of each adult member followed up
by an interim health analysis and concluded with a final health analysis.
Proposal: To view and track the physical and emotional health and well being of
each member of the community to assess the changes from a city lifestyle to a
country culture.
Upon acceptance to become a member of the community each adult participant
should undergo a health evaluation to include:
- Functional Blood Chemistry Analysis
- BMI (Body Mass Index) and percent body fat
- Basic Vital signs – Blood Pressure, temperature, etc.
- Seven day dietary journal
- Mental/Emotional Health survey
- Functional Fitness Assessment
- History to include prescribed medications, disabilities, family history
- Reassessment at 2 years after living in community
Final Assessment after 5 years of living in community
Data will be gathered and analyzed. A paper will be prepared for publication of
results and conclusions.
Needed:
- Trained professionals to gather health assessment information
- Statistician to analyze data
- Technical writer to prepare research for publication
Recommendations:
A team should be assembled to oversee health research project and to hire or assign
individuals needed for the successful completion of