Volunteers eat three tasty meals a day made with typical grocery-store foods. The meals are low in boron for half of the study, and have boron added for the other half of the study Volunteers are checked for changes in the amount of muscle, fat, and bone Volunteers have the opportunity to pursue hobbies in the crafts room built to accommodate several handcraft activities Each volunteer has a private bedroom decorated with their own items from home Participating volunteers share a unique living experience, make an invaluable contribution to research studies, and take some time from regular daily lives. In return, scientists learn about the importance of trace elements for the well-being of healthy minds and bodies. No dangerous or untested procedures are used. A 24-hour nursing staff continually and carefully monitors volunteers to ensure their health and safety.
Volunteers enjoy private, comfortable rooms.
Each is equipped with a color television, telephone and semi-private bathroom. Meals prepared by the dietary staff are both nutritious and good tasting, while at the same time conforming to the requirements of the study. Volunteers bring their own clothes, appropriate for indoor and outdoor wear, as well as exercise attire. Personal toiletries such as shampoo and toothpaste are provided. Volunteers are encouraged to bring items to make their own rooms more familiar and comfortable.