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Comparing The Effectiveness Of Health Curricula In Low Socioeconomic Contexts, Abigail Allen
Comparing The Effectiveness Of Health Curricula In Low Socioeconomic Contexts, Abigail Allen
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In Kankakee County, 14% of individuals live in poverty, and 28.2% of residents report themselves as being obese. A community board called Partnership for a Healthy Community has deemed obesity to be one of the top three priority problems of the county. In light of these statistics regarding Kankakee County and the current research suggesting trends of higher obesity rates among impoverished individuals in developed nations, the project detailed in this paper sought to fulfill an educational deficit regarding healthy lifestyle behaviors among those living in poverty. In addition, the study also sought to determine the effectiveness of two different …
To What Extent Does Posted Nutrition Information In Fast Food Restaurants Influence Consumer Food Choices?, Kelsey D. Watson
To What Extent Does Posted Nutrition Information In Fast Food Restaurants Influence Consumer Food Choices?, Kelsey D. Watson
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A study of a sample (n=59) of college students at a small, liberal arts university investigated the efficacy of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010’s Section 4205, which necessitated calorie labeling on menus of all restaurants, including fast food establishments, with 20 or more locations. The control group (n=31) of students was presented with popular fast food menu items as they currently appear on the menu, without caloric content or a recommended calorie intake statement. The experimental group (n=28) was presented with the same menu with caloric content and a statement regarding suggested daily intake. Each menu …
The Effect Of Nutrigenomics Education On The Dietary Habits Of College Students, Martha N. Harrouff
The Effect Of Nutrigenomics Education On The Dietary Habits Of College Students, Martha N. Harrouff
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Nutrigenomics is a newly researched area that investigates the interplay between nutrition and genetics. Theoretically, this information could enable registered dietitians to provide personalized, tailored nutrition recommendations unique to a given individual and enable individuals to alleviate future health concerns, such as cancer and heart disease. Given the potential importance of such research, the current study investigated the behavioral response of college students to this information. Seventy-five students from a small, Midwestern liberal arts university were recruited to participate in survey research. Utilizing a true experiment design, control and experimental groups completed a pretest survey measuring current dietary habits and …