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Assessing Pediatric Providers' Physical Activity Counseling Practices And The Feasibility Of Establishing An Exercise Referral Pathway, Kiara Robins

Doctorate in Kinesiology

Pediatric obesity and physical inactivity remain significant public health concerns, yet many pediatric providers report limited training, time, and resources to deliver effective physical activity counseling. The purpose of this pilot study was to examine pediatric providers’ familiarity with physical activity guidelines, confidence in counseling, perceived barriers, and attitudes towards integrating exercise professionals into pediatric care in Eastern North Carolina. A secondary aim evaluated the feasibility of engaging regional practices using a structured recruitment strategy. Eleven pediatric healthcare providers completed an online survey assessing demographic characteristics, counseling behaviors, and perception of a proposed exercise referral model. Providers reported moderate to …

Connection, 1994 October 26, Advocate Health - Midwest

Historical Documents - Combined

Sinai Samaritan Medical Center, Milwaukee, WI: Internal publication for staff and volunteers. This issue summarizes the year's accomplishments.

Connection, 1995 October 25, Advocate Health - Midwest

Historical Documents - Combined

Sinai Samaritan Medical Center, Milwaukee, WI: Internal publication for staff and volunteers. This issue summarizes the year's accomplishments.

Dairy And Food Science Student Newsletter, January 13, 2026, Department Of Dairy And Food Science

Dairy and Food Science Student Newsletter

No abstract provided.

Screening For Combination And Quality Analysis Of Dominant Strains Of Traditional Kombucha, Meng Yuecheng, Zhang Tianqi, Chen Jie, Chen Xuliang, Li Yanhua

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To obtain the best strain combination for fermenting traditional kombucha by screening the bacterial strains. [Methods] The strains isolated from traditional kombucha are evaluated in terms of the production of acids and alcohols.Three strains of acetic acid bacteria and four strains of yeast screened out are combined to form 12 fermentation groups for the production of kombucha, which are analyzed by gas chromatography -mass spectrometry (GC-MS) combined with the physicochemical and microbiological assays and sensory evaluation of the products. [Results] The acidity of the fermentation groups M 6 (Komagataeibacter saccharivorans and Saccharomyces cerevisiae) and M 12 (Acetobacter and S.cerevisiae) …

Preparation And In Vitro Digestion Characteristics Of Lutein Nanoliposomes, You Tingting, Ma Yongqiang, Zhao Ruobing, Na Zhiguo

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To investigate the effects of lutein nanoliposome (LLip ) constructed by high-speed shear-ethanol hydration method on the stability of lutein and its digestion characteristics in vitro. [Methods] The preparation process of LLip is optimized by Box-Behnken design (BBD ), with characterization conducted. LLip stability under different light and temperature conditions within 28 days is evaluated. The simulated digestion characteristics in vitro of LLip are compared with those of free lutein (FL). [Results] The optimal preparation process for LLip is as follows:lutein addition amount of 21 mg, mphospholipid ∶mcholesterol of 5.5∶1, and shear speed of 18 000 r/min for 210 …

Preparation And Characterization Of Nanoemulsions Of Grape Seed Polyphenol-Loaded Camellia Oil, Han Ying, Liu Jiabao, Li Hang, Huang Zonghai, He Xinyi, Li Yun

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To develop a highly stable camellia oil nanoemulsion system for loading grape seed polyphenol (GSP) to enhance its antioxidant property and solubility stability. [Methods] The formula is optimized based on the pseudo -ternary phase diagram method (moil phase ∶msurfactant phase =8∶2, mTween 80∶mSpan 80=5∶5, absolute ethanol is used as the cosurfactant, and Km =4).The emulsion stability and water distribution are characterized by Zeta potential and low -field nuclear magnetic resonance, and its antioxidant activity is evaluated. [Results] The obtained W/O nanoemulsion has a particle size of (326.5±2.7) nm, an absolute value of Zeta potential of (46.4±0.2) mV, a polydispersity …

Design And Application Of An Online Evaluation System For Blueberry Quality Based On Spectral Image Fusion Technology, Xun Shihu, Xian Jiawei, Wang Weina, Shi Linying, Chen Qiuxi, Fan Wei

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To achieve precise non-destructive detection and sorting of blueberry quality. [Methods] An online evaluation system for blueberry quality based on near-infrared spectroscopy and visible light image fusion is designed.The system consists of a fruit box chain conveyor module, a linear array image detection module, a near-infrared spectroscopy detection module, and a control system. A diffuse reflection optical path is designed by the near-infrared spectroscopy detection module, and a partial least squares regression model is established to predict the soluble solids content in blueberries through S-G convolution smoothing, second-order derivative connection preprocessing, and sequential projection algorithm for feature variable extraction. …

Shelf-Life Prediction Of Oil-Preserved Meat Based On Volatile Basic Nitrogen, He Li, Dan Li, Diao Shangpeng, Xing Yage, Yang Lulin, Liu Aiming

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To establish a shelf-life prediction model for oil-preserved meat based on total volatile basic nitrogen (TVB-N). [Methods] Under the storage conditions of 4, 25, and 37 ℃, changes in the following parameters of oil-preserved meat are determined: water activity, pH value, TVB-N value, thiobarbituric acid (TBARS value), peroxide value (POV value), and sensory quality. A comprehensive analysis is conducted using the first-order kinetic model and the Arrhenius equation. [Results] Storage temperature significantly affects the quality deterioration rate of oil-preserved meat. The TVB-N value is closely correlated with storage time (R2=0.992) and is therefore selected as the key indicator to …

Effects Of Walnut Paste On Kidney-Yang Deficiency Mice And Their Gut Microbiota, Wang Liping, Zhao Shenglan, Yang Rui, Chen Yanling, Wang Xiaoyan

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To investigate the effects of walnut paste on kidney-yang deficiency and the gut microbiota. [Methods] Using hydrocortisone [25 mg/(kg·d)] to establish a kidney-yang deficiency mouse model, the experiment is randomly divided into a normal group, a model group, a positive control group, and low-, medium-, and high-dose walnut paste groups. The mice are continuously administered walnut paste via gavage for 14 days. Changes in body weight, autonomous activity, and organ indices are analyzed. Serum levels of cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP), cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP), corticosterone (CORT), testosterone (T), and estradiol (E2) are measured. Pathological conditions of the kidney, testis, …

Comparison Of Key Aroma Compounds And Nutritional Components In Cold-Pressed Camellia Oil And Roasted Camellia Oil, Wang Peng, Zhu Kai, Ma Jianlin, Tang Yeting, Shi Zibin

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To investigate the effects of processing methods on aroma compounds and nutritional components in camellia oil. [Methods] The aroma compounds in cold-pressed camellia oil and roasted camellia oil are identified by comprehensive two-dimensional gas chromatography and quadrupole mass spectrometry (GC×GC-qMS). The key aroma compounds are further identified based on flavor dilution (FD) factor and odor activity value (OAV). [Results] A total of 17 aldehydes, 5 ketones, 12 alcohols, 10 acids, 13 esters, 10 heterocycles, and 8 others are detected in cold-pressed camellia oil and roasted camellia oil. The key aroma compounds in cold-pressed camellia oil are hexanal, 2-heptanol, ethyl …

Mixing Design And Quality Optimization Of High-Moisture Textured Vegetable Protein, Fan Jiong, Xu Yuanfang, Du Tongshen, Yan Jingxin, Zhang Huien, Chao Shaoqian, Yang Hua

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To optimize the overall quality of high-moisture textured vegetable protein products. [Methods] The addition levels of soybean protein isolate, pea protein, wheat protein, and flour were used as experimental factors, with hardness and sensory evaluation as response indices. A D-optimal mixture design was applied to optimize the plant-based raw material formulation. Based on the optimal formulation, the effects of twin-screw extrusion mechanical parameters on the protein textural characteristics of high-moisture textured vegetable protein were further investigated. [Results] The optimal mixture formulation consisted of 59% soybean protein isolate, 30% pea protein, 5% wheat protein, and 6% flour (based on powder …

Research Progress On The Molecular Mechanisms And Structure-Activity Relationships Of Morchella Esculenta Polysaccharides In Immune Regulation, Zhou Yangjie, Ming Jian, Rao Zhenan, He Ying, Lei Xiaojuan, Zhao Jichun

Food and Machinery

Morchella esculenta is a precious edible and medicinal fungus,rich in active substances such as polyphenols,polypeptides and polysaccharides. M.esculenta polysaccharides (MEP) are a class of carbohydrates formed by the polymerization of aldose or ketose through glycosidic bonds,exhibiting a variety of biological activities including immune regulation,hypolipidemic effects,and anti-fatigue properties. With the deepening of research,the market demand for MEP is constantly increasing,making it particularly important to optimize its extraction and purification processes. Immune regulation is a key process in living organisms,and as the main active ingredient,MEP has attracted significant attention for its immunoregulatory function. However,its specific mechanism of action and structure-activity relationships remain …

Research Progress On Immunomodulatory Effect Of Food-Derived Bioactive Peptides, Zhao Xinglu, Yang Xiongchao, Wang Yidan, Zhao Shenglan, Ma Yage

Food and Machinery

Immune system imbalance arises from a complex interplay of genetic,environmental,chronic disease, age, and emotional factors. It can lead to diseases including diabetes, obesity, atherosclerosis, and cancer, representing a critical threat to human health. Food-derived bioactive peptides possess immunomodulatory properties. As safe food resources, they are characterized by multi-targeting and high consumer acceptability. This review primarily focuses on the preparation technologies, structural analysis, structure-activity relationships, and mechanisms of bioactive peptides derived from food sources. Furthermore, current achievements are summarized in the field of immunomodulation by the peptides, while perspectives are offered.

Research Progress On Variation Laws Of Key Dough Components During Vacuum Dough Mixing Process And Application Of Vacuum Dough Mixing Technology In Flour Products, Lu Yuchang, Yi Cuiping, Wu Nana, Tan Bin

Food and Machinery

As an innovative method in flour product processing, vacuum dough mixing technology has attracted widespread attention in recent years for its ability to optimize the structure formation and quality characteristics of dough through the regulation of a low-pressure environment. The variation laws and underlying mechanisms of key dough components, including proteins, starch, and moisture, during the vacuum dough mixing process were systematically reviewed, and the application effects of this technology in various flour products were examined. Vacuum treatment significantly enhanced the rheological properties and freeze-thaw stability of dough by promoting gluten protein cross-linking, optimizing moisture distribution and state transitions, and …

Research Progress Of Anthocyanin-Loaded Aquatic Product Freshness Indicator Films, Zhao Zunle, Li Yun, Li Yu, Suo Jintie, Zhang Chun

Food and Machinery

Anthocyanin-loaded freshness indicator films can intuitively reflect the freshness of aquatic products through color changes. They are pH-sensitive and have characteristics such as natural safety and antioxidant properties. Although there have been a large number of studies on them, they still face huge challenges in aspects such as color development, stability, and sensitivity. This paper mainly summarizes the research on natural anthocyanins in pH-sensitive indicator films and their application in monitoring the freshness of aquatic products. The advantages of anthocyanins as indicators are analyzed, and measures to improve the performance of anthocyanin-loaded indicator films are further discussed. The focus is …

Research Progress Of Non-Thermal Food Processing Technologies, Wei Wenqiang, Bi Hanqing, Xiao Zhaoyin, Pang Guibing, Li Mingying, Zhang Hui

Food and Machinery

Non-thermal food processing technology, as an emerging technology in the food industry, has increasingly attracted attention and plays an important role in improving food nutrition, safety, and quality. This paper focuses on the working principles, mechanisms of action, and applications of non-thermal food processing technologies, including six mainstream methods, i.e., high-voltage electric field, magnetic field, ultra-high pressure, plasma, ultrasound, and radiation. It also discusses the current difficulties and challenges faced by non-thermal food processing technologies and analyzes their future development trends.

Research Progress On The Main Nutritional Active Components And Health Functions Of Hickory, Gao Junlong, Wang Chunxiao, Gao Fei, He Kan, Jin Chao, Wu Weijie, Deng Yangyong

Food and Machinery

Hickory is a natural, pollution-free wild nut that grows in specific natural environments. It is highly favored by consumers for its uniquely crisp and fluffy texture, rich nutritional value, and multiple health benefits. This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the main nutritional and bioactive components of hickory, including proteins and amino acids, fats and fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, dietary fiber, polyphenols, squalene, and phytosterols.These components are compared with those of commonly consumed nut products to clarify the content levels of the primary bioactive nutrients in hickory. It also focuses on the bioactivities and recent research progress related to hickory …

Feeding Performance And Survival Of Louisiana Poeciliid Fishes Exposed To Residential Wastewater Effluent, Jonathan Chapman

Masters Theses

Mosquitoes are a primary transmitter of vector-borne disease, and their larvae can thrive within shallow pools of stagnant water. Rainwater drainage ditches are a common sight in many communities, and in Louisiana, they are dually used as outlets for onsite residential wastewater discharge in neighborhoods disassociated from municipal sewage treatment. However, when discharge systems malfunction, the water becomes uninhabitable to mosquito predators, allowing mosquitoes to thrive. This research examines the predation performance of mosquitofish (Gambusia affinis), sailfin mollies (Poecilia latipinna), and least killifish (Heterandria formosa), the primary biological control agents utilized to combat mosquitoes within ditch communities. Individuals were captured …

The Food Ethics, Sustainability And Alternatives Course: A Mixed Assessment Of University Students’ Readiness For Change, Charles Feldman, Stephanie A. Navarro Silvera

Department of Nutrition and Food Studies Scholarship and Creative Works

Growing interest in food sustainability education aims to increase awareness of food distribution systems, environmental degradation, and the connectivity of sustainable and ethical food practices. However, recent scholarship has questioned whether such pedagogical efforts are meaningfully internalized by students or lead to sustained behavioral change. Prior studies document persistent gaps in students’ understanding of sustainability impacts and the limited effectiveness of existing instructional approaches in promoting transformative engagement. To address these concerns, the Food Ethics, Sustainability and Alternatives (FESA) course was implemented with 21 undergraduate and graduate students at Montclair State University (Montclair, NJ, USA). Course outcomes were evaluated using …

Respiratory Health And Environmental Risks Among California Children: The Role Of Socioeconomic Status, Wen Chieh Chia

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Abstract Air pollution has been cited as a factor in the development of respiratory illness in children. Socioeconomic differences can intensify the effects of air pollution exposure on low-income children compared to higher-income children. This correlational study examined the relationship between air pollution exposure and respiratory health outcomes among California children, as well as the moderating role of socioeconomic status. The study was guided by the environmental health disparities framework and used secondary data from the California Environmental Health Tracking Program, analyzing data from 49 California counties (n = 49). Independent variables were PM2.5 concentrations and the number of ozone …

Decoupling Of Reproduction And Lifespan Trade-Off In Caenorhabditis Elegans Through Microbial Programming, Nora M. Villafuerte

LSU Master's Theses

The microbiome is increasingly recognized as a major regulator of host physiology. Using the Caenorhabditis elegans model, we investigated how natural commensal bacteria modulate host reproduction and lifespan through internal egg hatching, a phenotype in which retained embryos hatch within the maternal body. Screening strains from the CeMbio collection identified four focal strains Ochrobactrum BH3, Lelliottia JUb66, Pantoea BIGb0393, and Enterobacter CEent1 that significantly increased internal egg hatching during the late reproductive period. This contrasts with pathogenic bacteria, which induce early-onset internal egg hatching. Across the focal strains, worms exhibited reduced total brood size but an expanded reproductive window relative …

Effect Of Microwave Treatment On Structure , Physicochemical Properties , And Digestibility Of Oat Starch, Sun Huijun, Xu Yixuan, Wang Jiameng, Zhou Yibin, Yu Zhenyu

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To investigate the effect of microwave treatment on the structure, physicochemical, and digestibility of oat starch. [Methods] Oat starch (OAT) is taken as the research object to analyze the effects of different microwave treatment times on the particle size distribution, microstructure, crystalline structure, short-range ordered structure, thermodynamics, rheology, and digestibility of OAT. [Results] With the prolongation of microwave treatment time, OAT granules are expanded, and the particle size is significantly increased. Additionally, the crystallinity is decreased from 12.32% to 5.33%, the infrared absorption ratio R1 047 cm-1/1 022 cm-1 is decreased from 0.73 to 0.62, and the half width …

Construction Of A Laozao-Suansun Composite Fermentation System And Its Nutritional Components And Flavor Analysis, Zhao Yiying, Cheng Hao, Tian Yi, Zhou Chunhong, Du Haiping, Tian Yan

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To explore the optimal process of fermented bamboo shoots (Suansun) with sweet rice wine residue (Laozao) and analyze and compare their nutritional and volatile components. [Methods] Process parameters for co-fermentation of bamboo shoots with sweet rice wine residue are optimized using single-factor analysis, Plackett-Burman design, and Box-Behnken response surface methodology. The nutritional and flavor characteristics of the optimized product are compared with those of naturally fermented bamboo shoots. [Results] The optimized fermentation conditions are as follows:lactic acid bacteria inoculum of 0.20%, salt content of 5.00%, calcium chloride addition of 0.07%, and sweet rice wine residue dosage of 16.00%. Under …

Optimization Of Deep Eutectic Solvent (Des ) Extraction Process For Astaxanthin From Haematococcus Pluvialis And Evaluation Of Its Antioxidant Activity, Wang Fanghong, Wang Meng, Zhao Xiaoyan, Feng Jinghui, Liu Hongkai

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To optimize the extraction process of astaxanthin from Haematococcus pluvialis with deep eutectic solvent (DES) and evaluate the antioxidant activity of the extracted astaxanthin. [Methods] The choline chloride-ethylene glycol system is employed to optimize the astaxanthin extraction process from H.pluvialis through single-factor experiments and response surface methodology, with extraction rate as the key indicator. The DPPH and hydroxyl radical scavenging activities of astaxanthin are determined, followed by assessment of preservation effects on fresh-cut apples. [Results] The optimal process parameters for the extraction of astaxanthin from H.pluvialis by choline chloride-ethylene glycol are determined as follows: solvent water content of 10%, …

Evidence-Based Practice Improves Patient Outcomes And Healthcare System Return On Investment: Findings From A Scoping Review, Linda Connor, Jennifer Dean, Molly Mcnett, Donna M. Tydings, Amanda Shrout, Penelope F. Gorsuch, Ashley Hole, Laura Moore, Roy Brown, Bernadette Mazurek Melnyk, Lynn Gallagher-Ford

Individual Articles

Background: Evidence-based practice and decision-making have been consistently linked to improved quality of care, patient safety, and many positive clinical outcomes in isolated reports throughout the literature. However, a comprehensive summary and review of the extent and type of evidence-based practices (EBPs) and their associated outcomes across clinical settings are lacking.

Aims: The purpose of this scoping review was to provide a thorough summary of published literature on the implementation of EBPs on patient outcomes in healthcare settings.

Methods: A comprehensive librarian-assisted search was done with three databases, and two reviewers independently performed title/abstract and full-text reviews within a systematic …

Can I Freeze-Dry That? A Practical Guide To Safe And Effective Freeze-Drying, Victoria Carlile, Morgan Wayment, Jose Brandao

All Current Publications

Freeze-drying can preserve most everyday foods, but not all foods work well. Whether you are preparing for a long trip or are interested in long-term storage, it is important to know which food can be freeze-dried safely and which ones should not be attempted. This knowledge helps ensure food safety, quality, and success. This fact sheet provides information on how freeze-drying works, the risks involved, and which foods can be more challenging to freeze-dry.

Interprofessional Collaboration In Inpatient Rehabilitation For Patient With Thiamine Deficiency-Related Sensorimotor And Cognitive Deficits – Case Report, Christina Thomas, Tahreem Hashmi, Joanne Delgado-Lebron, Rania Massad

Journal of Interprofessional Practice and Collaboration

Purpose: We aim to describe the clinical presentation, interprofessional management, and functional outcomes of a patient with thiamine deficiency. Problem: Thiamine deficiency can result in peripheral polyneuropathy and cognitive deficits that limit function and participation. Despite deficits that warrant interprofessional neurorehabilitation, previous reports focus narrowly on medical management. Case: A 36-year-old female was admitted to inpatient rehabilitation with a diagnosis of Guillain Barre. She underwent evaluation by the interprofessional team that revealed cognitive deficits inconsistent with Guillain Barre. Further medical workup identified a thiamine deficiency. Comprehensive treatment included supplementation managed by the physiatrist; promotion of motor learning and neuroplasticity to …

Changing Climate, Changing Rights: How The Unitedstates Can Learn From The Emergence Of The Right To A Healthy Environment In Colombia And India, Jasmine Furin

Georgia Journal of International & Comparative Law

The right to a healthy environment embodies the idea that environmental protection and the enjoyment of human rights are connected. As this concept has developed, authorities around the world have described the contours of this right in various ways. The right to a healthy environment generally includes a safe climate, clean air, healthy ecosystems, biodiversity, access to safe water, healthy and sustainable food, non-toxic environments, access to information, public participation in decision-making, and access to justice. Thus, the right to a healthy environment is unique because it provides individuals with a more complete set of protections against environmental harms compared …

Cultivating Global Citizenship At Home: A Content Analysis Of Collaborative Online International Learning (Coil), Allison Freed, Evan W. Faidley, Valerie G. Couture, K. Adele Okoli, Leticia De La Garza, Adriian Gardner, Crystal Harris, Leah Horton, Brittany N. Saviers, Sunjung Kim Thao, Amber Wilson

International Journal of Transformative Teaching and Learning in Higher Education

This study presents a content analysis of scholarly works on collaborative online international learning (COIL) published between 2015 and 2023. Conducted by an interdisciplinary faculty group, the research explores how COIL literature frames student learning outcomes within internationalization-at-home efforts. Findings reveal that COIL most frequently supports assignments/projects, as well as intercultural communication and global competence, particularly at the undergraduate level. The analysis highlights COIL’s potential to democratize global learning by addressing access barriers for both students and faculty. The study calls for expanded research on the long-term impacts of COIL, inclusive pedagogies, and cross-institutional collaborations to advance global citizenship in …