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Junk Food And Its Link To Childhood Obesity, Erik Keough

MBA Student Scholarship

Childhood obesity has been a growing epidemic not only in the United Sates, but around the world. The aim of this study is to determine the relationship of childhood obesity to how available junk and fast food is to adolescents. Two hundred students, one hundred boys and one hundred girls, ranging in ages six to twelve years old will take part in a survey as well as physical examination. Additionally, one parent or guardian of each student will be asked to complete a survey. The surveys will determine how often and readily available junk food is to the children, the …

Effectiveness Of Student Led Hunger Relief Project Towards Food Waste Recovery And Nutritional Impact In Low Income Communities, Victoria Holland

Health Sciences Student Work

Introduction: According to the USDA, 12.3% (15.6 million) of U.S. households were food insecure in 2016 due to contributing factors such as lack of food accessibility and the prevalent food waste in the U.S. An estimated 40% of food is thrown away each year and contributions to this food waste include an estimated 22 million pounds of unconsumed foods discarded in college campuses around the U.S. Programs have been developed to target this food waste epidemic while combatting Americans malnutrition. Campus Kitchens Project (CKP) is an innovative student led hunger relief program which recovers food from college campus kitchens and …

Nutrition And Physical Activity Recall To Assess The Health Status Of Commuters And Residents On A College Campus, Holly Scott

Health Sciences Student Work

Introduction: Behavioral patterns acquired in college may contribute to overweight and obesity later in life. Food found in college dormitories and dining halls are those of convenience. Physical activity and a healthy diet are important components to maintaining a healthy weight. Research Questions: The purpose of this study is to investigate if residency during college and access to kitchen appliances impacts students’ dietary composition and physical activity levels and other health behaviors. Methodology: 38 students (27 residents and 11 commuters) from Merrimack College participated in the study. These participants were recruited through convenience sampling on campus. All participants completed a …

Exploring The Relationship Among Role Models, Physical Activity And Dietary Behaviors Among Young Adults Enrolled In A Weight Management Trial, Rachel Ingersoll, Meghan Mavredes, Melissa Napolitano

GW Research Days 2016 - 2020

Background. Role models can have a profound impact on an individual’s development and lifelong behaviors. However, there are gaps in research when it comes to the impact of role models among young adults, particularly related to health behaviors. Previous research has primarily focused on youth, leaving a gap of knowledge surrounding the developmental life stage of young adulthood. Little research has been done examining health risk behaviors such as physical inactivity and unhealthy dietary practices. It is important for young adults to develop healthy habits in college, for many habits will follow young adults into their adult lifespan.

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Community Orchards And Food Security In Appalachia, Ursula Ramsey

West Virginia Law Review

No abstract provided.

University Of New England Applied Nutrition Graduate Catalog 2018-2019, Une Applied Nutrition Program

Applied Nutrition Program Documents

2018-2019 graduate catalog for the University of New England's Applied Nutrition program.

This information is also available from UNE's Registrar under archived catalogs.

University Of New England: Master Of Science In Applied Nutrition 2018/2019 Curriculum And Course Descriptions, Une Applied Nutrition Program

Applied Nutrition Program Documents

2018/2019 curriculum and course description from the University of New England's Applied Nutrition Program.

This information is also available from UNE's Registrar under search course catalog.

Creating Success With Prediabetes: A Healthy Defaults Guide, Sarah E. Deitz

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This pamphlet helps to inform adult individuals who are pre-diabetic on how they can lower their risk for the future development of diabetes are included. Action steps, healthy defaults, and the risk factors for pre-diabetes/diabetes. It is not solely intended for those who are pre-diabetic; it could also be helpful for those who are overweight or obese with or without a family history of diabetes. The pamphlet's intended use would be for nutrition education in the outpatient, inpatient, or private setting.

Food And Culture Fact Sheet: Somalia, Une Applied Nutrition Program

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This fact sheet provides information about the Somali culture and food preferences. It discusses traditional eating patterns, foods and beverages. It also touches on traditional Somali health beliefs and the influences that religion and the American diet have had on the Somali diet.

The Risks You Toss When Getting Lean, Une Applied Nutrition Program

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This handout illustrates the risks associated with overweight and obesity as well as evidence for how losing weight can reduce these risks. This is meant to be a motivational handout for those looking to improve their health through weight loss. The information in this handout is completely evidence-based and cites the articles from which each fact came so as to provide additional reading materials for those looking to learn more about their health and the benefits of losing weight.

Cardiac Rehab: Heart Healthy Eating Made Easy, Une Applied Nutrition Program

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This handout serves as an introduction to three main concepts of heart healthy eating. These concepts include increasing fiber intake, decreasing sodium consumption and considering following an evidence-based heart-healthy eating pattern.

What Is Your Healthy Rhythm?, Mary Ellen Yep

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This handout provokes the audience to redefine their daily routine in hopes of becoming healthier. Many children suffering from being overweight or obese do not always know what healthy means or what it looks like. The objective is to teach teens the importance and how to identify nutrient rich food, exercise, and decrease screen time. Enlightening teens and giving them the tools they need to live healthier lifestyles begins with igniting a love of learning. Suggesting techniques and tactics on how to truly thrive in a world where obesity is constantly advertised will enable our youth today to become healthier …

How To Ditch The Diet For A Lifestyle: A Balanced Eating Approach For Women, Malena Martinez

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The brochure was developed for obese and overweight women who have regained weight after dieting (“yo-yo” dieting). It examines the health risks and issues associated with dieting amongst American women. A balanced eating approach is promoted as it can be used to reach or manage a healthy weight and is recommended for women by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Healthy defaults are included with meal preparation, physical activity, and other adaptable habits as well as nutrition recommendations to help women lead a healthy lifestyle.

How To Be A Healthy You, Sean Cairns

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The handout identifies what being overweight or obese is, what a healthy weight looks like, steps to get to a healthy weight, and how to maintain that healthy weight. The handout also gives additional resources on food lists, food budgeting tips, food assistance programs, website/app that will help with grocery shopping, budgeting, recipes and cooking techniques.

Obesity With Change, Une Applied Nutrition Program

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This handout depicts the top 10 tips for prevention and treatment of obesity in children and adolescents. There is information that can be useful for anyone to understand and use. Programs are available on an individuals’ need for their health and weight status. Nutrition is important for the body, as well as preventing increased health risk. Treatment options can range from programs, medications, therapy, and counseling. There are other options to use for treatment besides going for surgery; that is only the last option if the individual is severely obese. Exercising can also help children and adolescents know that it …

Healthy In A Hurry, Camron Stotts

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How-to pamphlet about quick tips for a heart healthy lifestyle.

Protein And Weight Management, Patrick Langley

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The handout represents 5 ways to manage your weight via appropriate protein intake, and 10 healthy and lean sources of protein.

Healthy Eating For Children With High Blood Pressure, Une Applied Nutrition Program

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This pamphlet provides healthy eating information for children who have high blood pressure. It introduces the concept of food defaults and provides suggestions for implementing healthy food defaults.

Diabetes Prevention Is In Your Hands: Steps Families Can Take To Prevent Diabetes Now!, Martha Medrano

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This pamphlet informs the reader of basic steps to take to begin lifestyle changes to prevent diabetes. It takes on a whole family approach therefore parents may use for children at risk for diabetes type 2. In the back, this pamphlet provides the contact information for a dietitian in their clinic.

Corporate Balance Connection Nutrition Campaign, Une Applied Nutrition Program

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This infographic informs the audience of the Corporate Balance Connection campaign and would be a tool utilized on the campaign website, social media platforms, and as a physical advertisement handout.

Food And Culture; Views And Patterns Of Nutrition In Cuba, Elizabeth Westfeldt

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This fact sheet is designed to educate nutrition professionals about the nutrition and cultural identity of Cuba through food. Traditional Cuban foods, recipes and social patterns around eating. Present historical health beliefs and implications on health prospect. Assess growing health concerns in response to influx of processed foods and post Cuban Revolution rationing. Includes Cuban-American culture and health statistics. This fact sheet is designed to meet an eight-grade literacy level to serve as an educational tool for diverse populations.

The Food And Culture Of Haiti, Sarah E. Deitz

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This fact sheet allows the reader to learn about the staple foods and dishes of Haitian cuisine. Trends and health beliefs of the Haitian culture are briefly discussed and defined. The information is intended to help nutrition professionals have a better understanding of Haitian people by learning about their food and nutrition customs.

Allergen Free Party, Amber Rains

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This infographic informs the audience about children and food allergies. Often times, parents of children with food allergies are educated about the dangers of exposure to food allergens, this infographic is intended to create awareness in all people who may come in contact with a child with food allergies.

A Healthy Heart & Cholesterol, Yasmin Barakat

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This is an educational handout to inform the audience of the relationship between cholesterol, heart health and what can be done to improve good cholesterol and reduce bad cholesterol. It also provides examples of dietary foods and physical activity that can contribute to a healthier well-being.

Obesity, Une Applied Nutrition Program

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This handout gives general information about the basics of obesity, what it is and some treatment options that may be presented by a clinician or nutrition professional.

Healthy Living For Obese Teens, Une Applied Nutrition Program

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This project is a handout completed for the University of New England Applied Nutrition 605 course. It is intended for use by obese adolescents, their parents, and their caretakers. Its application is to aid these obese teens in achieving health and weight loss goals by implementing healthy diet habits and increasing activity levels.

Immune-Boosting Nutritional Strategies For Collegiate Athlete: How-To Pamphlet, Lyndie Kelley

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This handout is designed to inform collegiate athletes about various nutritional strategies that can provide a positive boost to their immune system during their competitive season. Collegiate athletes are a population that tends to experience high levels of both acute and chronic illness, especially upper respiratory-related infections due to poor nutrition, poor rest and recovery and tendencies to over-train. The amount of high-intensity training sessions that occur in succession can lead to chronic immunosuppression in collegiate athletes. Chronic or acute Illness can lead to missed training or competitive opportunities and can negatively influence a student-athlete’s success and overall health.

Nutrition Campaign, Brittany Taylor-Whitmer

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This infographic outlines the need for a campaign to educate the public (primarily 25-35 year old) on nutrition fear mongering and how to recognize it.

Native American Food And Culture Fact Sheet, Une Applied Nutrition Program

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This handout informs the audience about a variety of traditional eating patterns of Native Americans and how those have transitioned over time. Foods that were historically incorporated into common meals were discussed.

Why To Target Young Families On Social Media To Increase Csa Shares, Nicole Lindsay

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This infographic shows the key reasons why it would be beneficial for a local farm to target social media campaigns for an audience of young families. Business and financial benefits are explained, in addition to public health and nutrition improvements for young children and families.