Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior: Recent Episodes
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The Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior (JNEB), the official journal of the Society for Nutrition Education, is a refereed, scientific periodical that disseminates original research, emerging issues and practices relevant to nutrition education and behavior worldwide. The JNEB podcasts give you quick and direct access to interviews and commentary from authors and nutrition experts about select JNEB articles while highlighting important and relevant areas of nutrition education and dietary/physical activity behaviors. Subscribe to JNEB podcasts through iTunes to automatically receive updates of new posted materials on a variety of topics and listen to them while working at your desk or commuting.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Community Nutrition in Action. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Foodborne Infections and Intoxications. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Interview: Emily Altman, MPH, discusses a new study that points to an association between how a diverse group of fourth to eighth grade students feels about themselves and their discomfort with the process of being weighed in school independent of the number on the scale.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Health Disparities in the United States: Social Class, Race, Ethnicity, and the Social Determinants of Health. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Social Determinants of Health: A Comparative Approach. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Interview: Urban dwelling American Indian and Alaska Native older adults face multiple layers of challenges related to social determinants of health that present barriers to healthy eating. Lead author Sarah A. Stotz, PhD, MS, RDN, CDE, discusses a new study that illustrates how the social and cultural value placed on sharing and supporting one another within these communities can help improve healthy food access for these older adults.
Interview: Lead author Pamela Rothpletz-Puglia, EdD, RD, discusses the new Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior position paper on the detrimental effects of diets favoring “kids’ food” on children’s preferences and tastes, and how nutrition educators play key roles in shifting consumer demand and social norms about food choices.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Communities in Action: Pathways to Health Equity. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Interview: Lead investigator Brenda Manzanarez, MS, RD, discusses a pilot program that demonstrated how children with autism can benefit from group-based weight management. Children aged 7−12 years with autism and their parents participated in the Kids N Fitness© program developed at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Probiotics and Prebiotics in Foods: Challenges, Innovations, and Advances. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Interview: Authors Melissa Petit and Denise Smart from the College of Nursing at Washington State University discuss the institutionalized racism Black women continually experience, which has a direct impact on their breastfeeding rates and experiences, according to a new article in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Innovative Food Analysis. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Lauren Dial talks about a new study of how picky eating in childhood can persist into adolescence and adulthood. Researchers reporting in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior found that college students who self-identified as picky eaters ate significantly less fiber and vegetables and reported greater levels of social phobia than non-picky eaters.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Advances in Food Security and Sustainability, Volume 5.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, COVID-19 and Children: Stop the Spread of Germs. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Interview: Telema Briggs talks about a new study conducted at Rutgers University that assessed nutrition smartphone apps. They found an abundance of features dedicated to dietary intake, anthropometrics, and physical activity, but the apps are notably devoid of content features dedicated to behavior change.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Food Security and Nutrition. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Food Fraud: A Global Threat with Public Health and Economic Consequences. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Interview: Maria J. Romo-Palafox, PhD, RD, discusses a new study in which more than one-third of infant caregivers surveyed reported serving at least one non-recommended milk type to their infant in the past month. Factors such as the child’s age, household income, racial and ethnic background of the caregiver, and the product’s marketing claims were associated with which milk type the children received.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, A National Strategy to Reduce Food Waste at the Consumer Level. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, The Myths About Nutrition Science. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Elizabeth D. Davitt, MS; Donna M. Winham, DrPH; Michelle M. Heer, BS; Mack C. Shelley, PhD; and Simon T. Knoblauch, BS Interview: Lead author Elizabeth Davitt, MS, Food Science and Human Nutrition, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, College of Human Sciences, Iowa State University, discusses a new study that determined positive environmental attitudes are predictive of plant-based alternative consumption among Midwest college students.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, MyPlate: Super Simple Cookbook. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Communicating Nutrition: The Authoritative Guide. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Interview: First author Laura Y. Zatz, ScD, MPH, talks about a new study that showed when shopping online, consumers surveyed spent more money, purchased more items, and spent less on candy and desserts than when they shopped in-store.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, The Scholarship of Teaching and Learning: A Guide for Scientists, Engineers, and Mathematicians. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Milk and Dairy Foods: Their Functionality in Human Health and Disease.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Pocket Guide to Pediatric Nutrition Assessment.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Sustainability of the Food System: Sovereignty, Waste, and Nutrients Bioavailability.
Lead author Catherine Turvey, MPH, discusses a new study assessing how well consumers understand food date labels. Do they mean “spoiled - throw it out,” or “might not taste as good as it could anymore?” Results show misunderstanding is common.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Advances in Food Security and Sustainability.
Lead investigator Dianne Ward, EdD, underscores how important diet self-efficacy really is for family child care home providers for stress management and nutritional health and how professional nutritionists can help.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Let's Ask Marion. What You Need to Know about the Politics of Food, Nutrition and Health.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Nutrition 101: Understanding the Science & Practice of Eating Well.
Rosanna P. Watowicz, PhD, RDN, LD, discusses a successful patient-centered medical neighborhood model in which nutrition education for patients with hypertension was offered at the grocery store, reinforcing dietary changes in the environment where food decisions are made.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, 5 Minute Food and the Environment Activities. For the full written review see the New Resources collection
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Farm to Fork Fun!. For the full written review see the New Resources collection
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Kid Approved Healthy Snacks Cookbook. For the full written review see the New Resources collection
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Kid Approved Healthy Snacks Cookbook. For the full written review see the New Resources collection
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Be Active Your Way: A Guide for Adults. For the full written review see the New Resources collection
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Walk Indoors! With Leslie Sansone. For the full written review see the New Resources collection
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Choose MyPlate Physical Activity. For the full written review see the New Resources collection
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Eating Smart-Being Active. For the full written review see the New Resources collection
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Fun With Food and Physical Activity. For the full written review see the New Resources collection
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, 15 Minute Foodservice Trainings. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Lead author Limin Buchanan discusses a new study that found that digital marketing of energy drinks was more persuasive with young adults than other marketing methods. Engagement with digital marketing did increase consumption within this group.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Fit to Be Well: Essential Concepts. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Exercise Psychology: Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Nutrition Across Life Stages. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Dr. Holly Harris discusses a new study that found that concern over fussy eating prompts both mothers and fathers to use non-responsive feeding practices such as pressuring or rewarding for eating.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Farmers Market Cookbook. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Nutrition. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Adventures in Veggieland. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, BAM! Body and Mind. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, The Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease Through the Mediterranean Diet. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Nutrition and Growth Yearbook 2017. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Mindful Eating: A Guide to Rediscovering a Healthy and Joyful Relationship With Food. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Science and Our Food Supply: Using the Nutrition Facts Label to Make Healthy Food Choices. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Carley Ann Grimes, PhD, discusses a promising new study that found that a web-based salt education program improved salt-related knowledge, self-efficacy, and behaviors among children ages 7-10 years.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Vegetarian and Plant-Based Diets in Health and Disease Prevention. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Finger Foods...Bring Your Baby to the Table. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, The Mediterranean Method. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Knowing Where It Comes From: Labeling Traditional Foods to Compete in a Global Market. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Go, Go Grains! Food Group Fun for Kids. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Eating Disorders. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Veggie Victory! Food Group Fun for Kids. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Be Sugar Smart. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Social Marketing and Public Health: Theory and Practice. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Nutrition in the Prevention and Treatment of Disease. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Wardlaw's Contemporary Nutrition: A Functional Approach. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Even More 5 Minute Nutrition Activities for Elementary Students. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Jennifer Utter, PhD, MPH, RD, discusses a new study that determined that opportunities to develop cooking skills by adolescents can result in long-term benefits for nutritional well-being in adulthood. Confidence in cooking ability led to fewer fast food meals, more meals as a family, and more frequent preparation of meals with vegetables in adulthood.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, 50 App Activities for Food Safety and Sanitation. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Canned Food Alliance's New Menu Modeling Tool Kit. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Pediatric and Adult Nutrition in Chronic Diseases, Developmental Disabilities, and Hereditary Metabolic Disorders. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Dash to Better Health: Dietary Approached to Stop Hypertension (DASH) Eating Plan. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Breastfeeding Uncovered. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Advances in Food and Nutrition Research. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Kathleen J. Porter, PhD, RD, talks about how adults in behavioral interventions can meaningfully engage with media production activities, like modifying advertising slogans and creating truthful nutrition labels, which have been shown to help demystify media messages.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Plan A Heart Healthy Valentine's Party. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Fats: Make Heart-Healthy Choices. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, FoodKeeper. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, SuperTracker. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Catch the Carrot. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Christine A. Pellegrini discusses a new study examining weekly and seasonal patterns of dietary self-monitoring, particularly when using a smartphone app. Results indicate that the amount of time in a study and day of the week affected dietary self-monitoring but not season.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Ask Karen. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Nutrition and Functional Foods for Healthy Aging. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Dr. Jack Newman's Guide to Breastfeeding. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Food Safety: It's in Your Hands. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Discover MyPlate: Emergent Reader Mini Books. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, A Teen's Guide to Gut Health: The Low-FODMAP Way to Tame IBS, Crohn's, Colitis, and Other Digestive Disorders. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Developing New Functional Food and Nutraceutical Products. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Seniors Eating Well: A Sourcebook of Lesson Plans and Activities for Educating Older Adults About Nutrition and Health. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Everything You Need to Know Diabetes Cookbook. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Informing Intervention Strategies to Reduce Energy Drink Consumption in Young People: Findings From Qualitative Research
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Spend Smart. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Nutrition Economics: Principles and Policy Applications. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Food & Nutrition Economics. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Cost Effectiveness in Health and Medicine. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Following Suit: Using Conversation Cards for Priority Setting in Pediatric Weight Management
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Early Nutrition and Long-term Health. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Work. Pump. Repeat. The New Mom's Survival Guide to Breastfeeding and Going Back to Work. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Sugar Shockers: Healthy Eating Activities for Kids. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Breastfeeding and Human Lactation. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, This is Gluten-Free. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Testing a Beverage and Fruit/Vegetable Education Intervention in a University Dining Hall
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Get to Know Nutrition Facts Labels. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Let's Make Spring & Summer Healthy! For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Spice It Up! Ways to Shake the Sodium in School Meals. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
A Multicomponent, School-Based Intervention, the Shaping Healthy Choices Program, Improves Nutrition-Related Outcomes
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Food Security in the Developing World. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Sodium Math Poster and Dietary Guidelines 2015 Sugar Math Poster. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Fill Up With Fiber. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Attitudes Vary Across Groups Regarding Meal Choice in Restaurants - Areas of attitude convergence among parents, children, and restaurant executives offer opportunities for health promotion in restaurants, according to a new study published in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Gluten Exposed: The Science Behind the Hype and How to Navigate to a Healthy, Symptom-Free Life. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Advances in Food and Nutrition Research. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Barasi's Human Nutrition: A Health Perspective. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
According to a new survey, students perceive a "real meal" as nutritious or healthy and reflecting recommendations such as the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. In education campaigns or clinical counseling, the term "real meal" could be an effective tool to encourage healthy eating habits. Jinan Banna, PhD, RDN, discusses the results.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Whole Food Baby. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, The Science of Cooking: Understanding the Biology and Chemistry Behind Food and Cooking. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, What Do I Eat Now? A Step-By-Step Guide to Eating Right with Type 2 Diabetes. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Free Your Child from Overeating. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Cooking with Kids and Avoid Power Struggles at Mealtime. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Body Quest: Food of the Warrior. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Farmers' Market: Local, Fresh and in Season. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Kid Approved Healthy Snacks. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, MyPlate on a Budget Bulletin Board Kit. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Healthy Eating From Head to Toe Bulletin Board Kit. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, New Foods May Take Time. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Let's Cook Family Meals: Roast Veggies. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Melissa L. Horning, PhD, RN, PHN, discusses a new study that examined how having items like boxed entrees and frozen dinners available at home can contribute to a poor diet. This led researchers from the University of Minnesota and Duke University to examine reasons why parents purchase prepackaged, processed foods.
Nancy L. Cohen, PhD, RD, LDN, FAND, discusses a new study that assessed food safety on television food shows. When these shows fail to model recommended food safety measures, it may lead to poor practices among consumers.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Get Growing With Farm to School Bulletin Board Kit. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Today's Mom. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Quick Check Food Facts. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Totally Veggies. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Breastfeeding: Finding Support From Your Partner and Family. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Nutrition in Public Health: Principles, Policies, and Practice. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, What's Cooking, Mom? Narratives about Food and Family. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Functional Dietary Lipids: Food Formulation, Consumer Issues and Innovation for Health. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Handbook of Lipids in Human Function. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, The Importance of Family Meals and Shop Smart at the Farmers Market. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Motivational Interviewing in Nutrition and Fitness. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Michael W. Beets, MEd, MPH, PhD, discusses a new study detailing that South Carolina YMCA after-school programs are still not in full compliance with the Healthy Eating guidelines and highlights he difficulties in meeting these standards.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Mediterranean Cuisine Comes to You. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Dietary Guidelines 2015-2020. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Healthy Choices Sometimes/Anytime Game. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Healthy Eating From Head to Toe for Older Adults. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Collin Payne, PhD, describes how in-store marketing efforts moved shoppers to purchase healthier foods while not increasing budgets. This intervention showed that the produce spending proportion increase is possible without increasing overall spending per shopper transaction and could trigger a public health shift.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Building Blocks for Healthy Kids. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Martha Archuleta, PhD, RD, reports on how participation in Fit Families, a community-based childhood obesity intervention, provides a holistic approach to weight management that promotes positive self-perception.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Sowing Seeds for Healthy Kids. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Danielle S. Battram, PhD, RD, reports on a new study regarding how negative outcomes of caffeine consumption could be curbed in adolescents, the fastest-growing population of caffeine users, with more instruction to correct misconceptions.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Raw Food Nutrition Handbook: An Essential Guide to Understanding Raw Food Diets. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Sarah Sliwa, PhD, reports on a new study that found that while the majority of children's meal combinations at leading restaurants meet calorie criteria, they still exceed recommendations for fat, saturated fat, and sodium levels.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Fundamentals of Consumer Food Safety and Preservation: Master Handbook. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, In Defense of Food. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, The Two Bite Club ebook. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, The Dietary Guidelines for Americans. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Raising A Healthy, Happy Eater. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Karen W. Cullen, DrPH, RD, reports how playing a serious online video game designed to both entertain and promote behavior change helped a group of 400 4th and 5th graders set nutrition goals, which resulted in improved fruit and vegetable consumption.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Healthy Living Made Easy. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Managing and Preventing Obesity: Behavioural Factors and Dietary Interventions. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Eat Healthy - Be Active Community Workshops. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Get Wise to Portion Size. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Baby's First Finger Foods. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Tiny Tastes World. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Picky Eating. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Kids Eating Healthy From Head to Toe. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Don't Be Duped by These Fruit & Veggie Fakes. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Junk Food Facts. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Build a Balanced Bag Lunch. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Real Solutions for Weight Loss Workbook. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Expecting Moms Healthy Eating from Head to Toe. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Nutrition Through the Life Cycle. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Why Eat Fruits and Veggies? For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Helping Your Child with Extremely Picky Eating: A Step-by-Step Guide for Overcoming Selective Eating, Food Aversion, and Feeding Disorders. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Personal Nutrition. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Using data from Project EAT researchers from the University of Minnesota found an association between frequent self-weighing and psychological state, including body dissatisfaction and depression, in teens and young adults.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Nutrigenomics and Nutrigenetics in Functional Foods and Personal Nutrition. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Diet-Microbe Interactions in the Gut, Effects on Human Health and Disease. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Understanding Normal and Clinical Nutrition. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Health Measurement Scales: A Practical Guide to Their Development and Use. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Quick Check Guide to Organic Foods. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, My Plate for My Family. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Dietary Supplements: Safety, Efficacy and Quality. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, The Ultimate Guide to Sugars & Sweeteners. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Understanding Nutrition. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, The Calories in Calories Out Cookbook. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Choose Your Foods: Food Lists for Weight Management. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Using the Photovoice method researchers from the University of Minnesota were able to engage participants and learn about the food environments and eating habits of 9- to 13-year-old children eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Becoming Vegan. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Celiac Disease and Gluten: Multidisciplinary Challenges and Opportunities. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Pocket Guide to the Nutrition Care Process and Cancer. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Diet and Nutrition in Dementia and Cognitive Decline. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Pocket Guide to Bariatric Surgery. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, The Johns Hopkins Guide to Diabetes for Patients and Families. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Healthy Oils: Fact Versus Fiction. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, The Health Professional's Guide to Gastrointestinal Nutrition. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Using a shopping list may aid food desert residents - Shopping based on a list was associated with better diet and lower weight
Mobile tracking application may help users meet vitamin D requirements - New study in Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior validates use of the Vitamin D Calculator app for tracking intake
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Anthocyanins in Health and Disease. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Match Your Insulin to Your Carbs. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, The Best of Bridge: Home Preserving. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, The Microbiome Diet. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
In the first study comparing packed lunches to National School Lunch Program (NSLP) lunches, researchers from Virginia Tech found that school lunches have greater nutritional quality. Findings suggest that nutrition education programs targeting children, parents, and perhaps even school policy around packed lunches should be encouraged to promote healthier options within packed lunches.
In a new study researchers provided Brazilian breast cancer patients with nutrition education to reduce consumption of red and processed meat and increase fruit and vegetable intake. Lead author Cecilia C. Schiavon, MsC discusses how this intervention could benefit patients and may help prevent reoccurrence of the cancer.
In a systematic, in-depth review focused on the use of behavior theory in interventions aimed to increase fruit and vegetable intake among children, researchers found theory-based interventions to be beneficial for vegetable intake only. The authors determined the effects of theory use to be limited overall.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Nutrition in the Prevention and Treatment of Abdominal Obesity. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Choose Your Foods, Food Lists for Diabetes. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, The Clinical Nutrition Manager's Handbook: Solutions for the Busy Professional. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Functional Foods: The Connection Between Nutrition, Health, and Food Science. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Health Promotion and Aging: Practical Applications for Health Professionals, 6th ed. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Delicious Diabetes Cooking for One or Two People. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Celiac Disease Nutrition Guide. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource,Healthy Snacking. Stay Energized Between Meals. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Super Baby Food: Your Complete Guide to What, When, and How to Feed Your Baby and Toddler. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Nutritionism: The Science and Politics of Dietary Advice. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Nutrition For Health & Health Care, 4th ed. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
According to new research from Rush University Medical Center, cultural norms for body size may prevent awareness among many African American women about the potential health benefits they and others in their cultural group might achieve through weight loss. Elizabeth B. Lynch, PhD, explains in the accompanying podcast.
Researchers from Arizona State University examined how smartphone use affected weight loss goals and determined that smartphones may offer users an advantage over traditional methods when tracking diet data. Christopher Wharton, PhD, discusses the results of this study.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Advancing Medicine with Food and Nutrients, 2nd ed. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Pocket Supermarket Guide, 4th ed. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Food Allergies: A Complete Guide for Eating When Your Life Depends on It. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Nutrition and Diet in Menopause. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, A Clinical Guide to Nutrition Care in Kidney Disease. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Weekly consumption of sports and energy drinks among adolescents is significantly associated with higher consumption of other sugar-sweetened beverages, cigarette smoking, and screen media use, according to a new study presented by Nicole Larson, PhD, MPH, RDN.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Blood Pressure Down, the 10-Step Plan to Lower Your Blood Pressure in 4 Weeks Without Prescription Drugs. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, NJ Snap-Ed. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, The Complete Resource Kit for Oncology Nutrition. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
WIC provides cash value vouchers (CVV) to participants specifically for fruit and vegetable products, however, researchers have discovered that some barriers to purchasing nutrient-dense foods still exist for WIC participants. Christopher Wharton, PhD, discusses a recent study of WIC participants in Arizona.
A new study concluded that although fruit and vegetables in the home were plentiful, preparation methods and availability of high-calorie foods in the home may be contributing to obesity. Likewise, eating in front of the television was fairly common, and may be a challenging practice to address. Michelle C. Kegler, DrPH, discusses this examination of the home food environment in Georgia.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Eating Well with MyPlate. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Tobe Fit-Ace Food Detective Cracking the Case!. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Nutrition Decisions, Eat Smart, Move More. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, The Fruit and Vegetable Activity Kit. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, The Great Plate Game. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Falon Tilley and Michael W. Beets discuss the successful implementation of the Healthy Lunchbox Challenge, an innovative theory and incentive-based program, at four large-scale, community-based summer day camps. They observed significant increases in the amount of healthy food brought by children, as well as decreases in untargeted foods such as sugar-sweetened beverages and salty snacks.
Amy Auchincloss, PhD, MPH, talks about a new study that evaluated more than 2,600 menu items served at full-service restaurant chains operating in Philadelphia and concluded that foods served at these locations are high in calories, saturated fat, and sodium, and that standard definitions are needed for "healthy choice" tags and for entrees targeted to vulnerable age groups.
Jennifer R. Walsh, PhD, RD, discusses how a team of registered dietitian nutritionists has now developed a weight management intervention program that is particularly relevant for disadvantaged young adults. The PRECEDE model (Predisposing, Reinforcing, Enabling, Constructs in Education/Ecological Diagnosis and Evaluation) was effective in identifying or "diagnosing" the concerns of these young adults.
May MayLeung, PhD, RD, discusses how a recent pilot study in Brooklyn, New York, with minority students found that exposure to Manga comics (Japanese comic art) promoting fruit intake significantly improved healthy snack selection. This innovative intervention successfully captured the attention of youth living in a multimedia environment.
Kendra K. Kattelmann, PhD, RD, talks about the collaboration of researchers from 14 institutions to develop a tailored, theory-based, web-delivered course to prevent excessive weight gain in young adults and promote healthy decision making. The resulting course, Project YEAH (Young Adults Eating and Active for Health), represents an intervention that pilot-test college student participants found relevant and useful, gained participants' attention, instilled confidence in participants' ability to apply the information gained, and provided a sense of satisfaction.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Understanding Nutrition. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Eating Expectantly: Practical Advice for Healthy Eating Before, During and After Pregnancy, 4th ed. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, The Food Friends. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Center for Weight and Health. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Lead investigator Eric Rimm, Harvard School of Public Health, ScD, discusses a new study indicating that after participating in SNAP for a few months, a substantial proportion of SNAP participants still reported marginal, low, or very low food security, which suggests that SNAP could do more to adequately address the problem of food insecurity.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, 5 Minute Breakfast Activities. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Nutrition and Diet Therapy, Eighth Edition. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Get Off the SoFAS! Avoiding Solid Fats & Added Sugars. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Dishing it Up Disney Style: A Cookbook for Families with Type 1 Diabetes. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, The Health Professional's Guide to Food Allergies and Intolerances. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Consumers are using online search more than ever. Elizabeth P. Schneider, MS, RD, cautions that the public should be aware of the nutritional limitations of popular food blogs and discusses the potential opportunities that exist for dietitians in the evolving food blogging culture. Dietitians could assist in modifying blog recipes and partner with bloggers to improve the nutritional profile of recipes.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, LANA Learning about Nutrition Through Activities Deluxe Kit. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Community Engagement, Organization, and Development for Public Health Practice. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Breakfast Basics. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Sports Nutrition: A Practice Manual for Professionals, Fifth Edition. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Nutrition Through the Life Cycle, Fourth Edition. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Healthy Foods from A to Z. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Oxford Handbook of Nutrition and Dietetics, Second Edition. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Eat Smart! MyPlate & 2010 Dietary Guidelines. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Nutrition Labels: Reading Between the Lines. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Eating Behavior and Obesity, Behavioral Economics Strategies for Health Professionals. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Nutrition Counseling and Education Skill Development. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Nutrition Exercise. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Bud the Spud. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Taking Sides. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Pass the Salt. For the full written review see the New Resources collection.
Atkins Diet, Zone Diet, South Beach Diet, etc. Chances are you have known someone who has tried a high protein diet. Noel Aldrich, PhD, University of Minnesota, discusses a new study that found a relatively high proportion of women who reported using the practice of "eating more protein" to prevent weight gain, which was associated with reported weight loss.
When avatars lose weight in the virtual world of Second Life, so do their real-life counterparts. Debra K. Sullivan, PhD, RD, The University of Kansas Medical Center, talks about a new study that found virtual reality compares favorably with face-to-face for weight loss and may facilitate greater weight maintenance.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, Nutrition for Sports and Exercise, Second Edition.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resource, American Dietetic Association Complete Food & Nutrition Guide.
Kathryn E. Henderson, PhD, Director of School and Community Initiatives at the Yale Rudd Center, talks about the first study to document availability and accessibility of water in compliance with state and federal policy and accreditation standards in child care centers.
Lisa Gibbs, PhD, talks about a true farm to fork initiative in an educational setting. School-based kitchen garden programs, particularly those with dedicated cooking components, successfully introduce students to healthier foods and increase willingness to try new ones.
Sarah Colby, JNEB Journal Club Coordinator, discusses with Karen Chapman-Novakofski, Editor in Chief, how the Journal Club can be facilitated in an institution. The JNEB Journal Club features weekly webinars presented by authors from the latest issues of JNEB who will review and discuss their research articles. This allows students to interact with the author and other students from around the world who are also participating during the live Journal Club. In addition, discussion questions for each topic will be shared with facilitators of the Journal Club.
Kerri N. Boutelle, PhD, discusses the important role parents have in helping their children and adolescents to adopt healthful behaviors and the challenges parents can have in interventions for adolescents.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resources, Nourishing Healthy Preschoolers. A Guide to MyPlate Nutrition; Spriggles Health & Nutrition and Spriggles Activity & Exercise; Pocket Guide to Children with Special Health Care and Nutritional Needs; and Obesity 101; reviewed by fellow nutrition educators.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resources, Eat Less! The Upside of Downsizing; Eat Smart! MyPlate & 2010 Dietary Guidelines; Quick Check Food Facts; and NEEDS for Bones; reviewed by fellow nutrition educators.
Kerri N. Boutelle, PhD, discusses the important role parents have in helping their children and adolescents to adopt healthful behaviors and the challenges parents can have in interventions for adolescents.
Jane D. Lanigan, PhD, talks about the challenges observational studies, in addition to the potential for early learning professionals to contribute to the childhood obesity solution.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resources, Eat Right for Less, Nutrition On A Budget; ADA Pocket Guide to Gluten-Free Strategies for Clients with Multiple Diet Restrictions; Healthy Eating, Healthy Weight for Kids and Teens; and Breakthrough Food Product Innovation Through Emotions Research, reviewed by fellow nutrition educators.
Simone A. French, PhD, discusses the results of a year-long study demonstrating how reducing adolescents' television viewing may be an effective strategy to prevent excess weight gain. Parents can help prevent excess weight gain among their children by changing the home environment and household television viewing norms.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resources, Match Your Insulin to Your Carbs; Inspiring and Supporting Behavior Change: A Food and Nutrition Professional's Counseling Guide; Personalizing MyPlate: Easy Changes for Eating Habits; and A Healthy S.T.A.R.T. for Cool Kids; reviewed by fellow nutrition educators.
Toben F. Nelson, ScD, discusses how the food environment in youth sport exposes kids and their families to many unhealthful food and beverages and few healthful options. Nelson and his co-investigators provide a set of recommendations that can be implemented to promote healthful dietary habits in youth sports participants.
Dr. Shannon Whaley discusses the impact of the new Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) food package on WIC participant consumption of fruit, vegetables, wholegrain food, and lower-fat milk.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resources, A Pocket Guide to Eating Disorders; Making Nutrition Your Business, Private Practice and Beyond; Veggiecation; and 2011 State of the World: Innovations that Nourish the Planet; reviewed by fellow nutrition educators.
New study in the March/April issue of the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior explores the influence of labeling the vegetable content of snack food on children's taste preferences.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resources, Childhood Obesity Prevention: International Research, Controversies, and Interventions; Nutrition: What Every Parent Needs to Know, Second Edition; A Healthy S.T.A.R.T. for Tiny Tots; and Teaching Older Adults about DASH, Module 4: Hypertension; reviewed by fellow nutrition educators.
New study in the January/February issue of the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior presents The University of Texas at Austin study demonstrating that individuals can eat out frequently and still lose weight.
Shirley quickly summarizes the New Resources, Community Nutrition in Action: An Entrepreneurial Approach, Fifth Edition; Nutrients, Dietary Supplements, and Nutriceuticals: Cost Analysis Versus Clinical Benefits; Health, Safety, and Nutrition for the Young Child, Eighth Edition; and Share Our Strengths: Shopping Matters; reviewed by fellow nutrition educators.
New study in the November/December issue of the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior documents the importance of including cooking in school curriculum, a practical mechanism to promote health, social and educational skills to better prepare students for adulthood.
New study in the September/October 2011 issue of the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior reveals no evidence of the efficacy of a computer-tailored nutrition education program based on empirical evidence using blood cholesterol and lipids data.
2011 Best JNEB Article recipient, Tionni R. Wenrich, MS, discusses the Pennsylvania State University study on the process of family vegetable selection. The best article was selected by a committee from 58 published articles, briefs, and reports.
2011 Best JNEB GEM recipient, Jennifer Banuelos, MAS, University of California, Davis, discusses the 6-week, countdown-style calendar created to address the concerns of new parents by incorporating tips and facts about newborn infants, motivational messages, and breastfeeding support information distributed to pregnant women participating in the WIC program. GEM's are resources developed to educate on certain topics or distribute programs to help in the nutrition education field. The best GEM was selected by a committee from 13 published GEMs.
Sharon Sugerman, MS, RD, FADA, Research Scientist for the Network for a Healthy California, discusses how examining fruit and vegetable trends by income demonstrates the importance of being able to survey all population groups, specifically the low-income population, but also the higher-income groups.
David E. Harris, PhD, discusses the University of Southern Maine study on the influence food store locations near schools has on the student risk of being overweight and student fast-food and sweetened beverage consumption, published in the current issue.
Interview: Author Alex McIntosh, PhD, Professor, Texas AM University, explores the influence of parental styles and work schedules on children's use of and time spent in fast-food and full-service restaurants.