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Showing 1 to 20 of 34 for “"Nutrition programs"”.
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Child nutrition directors' perceptions of technology use in child nutrition programs
… purpose of this study was to investigate child nutrition directors (CNDs) perceptions of technology use in child nutrition programs (CNPs) in the Southwest Region of the United States. A questionnaire was developed by the researchers, validated by an expert panel using the Delphi technique, …
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Teenage attitudes/practices toward the School Breakfast Program and the National School Lunch Program at James Monroe High School, Fredericksburg, Virginia
… meals to children. These federally sponsored programs operate with the goal of providing nutritious meals for children so as to safeguard their health and well-being. Although participation rates in the school nutrition programs vary according to locality it has been shown that as students …
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A Literature Review: Integrating a Nutrition Program in an Elementary School
… study examines the procedures for implementing a nutrition program in a public elementary school. The goal is to promote elementary aged children to make healthy and nutritional food choices and decrease the number of obese children, the number of learning disabilities, and the amount of …
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Infant feeding practices of migrant farmlaborers in Northern Colorado
… 2) introduction of foods and liquids, 3) nutrition and health practices and inadequacies, 4) home living environment, 5) health history, and 6) demographics. Data on the sources of food and nutrition information was collected regarding the 1) utilization of community food and nutrition …
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Nutrition and aging: development and evaluation of a learning module
A learning module entitled "nutrition and Aging" was developed for use by persons who work with the elderly. The module contained nine units: Energy and Nutrient Requirements of Everyone, Special Nutrient Requirements in Aging, Physical Characteristics Affecting Nutrition, Social Characteristics …
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Investigating waste management programs in school foodservice operations
… concerning waste management activities in school nutrition programs. Research methods included a pilot study and a national survey of a random sample of 599 child nutrition directors who were members of the School Nutrition Association. Survey invitations were mailed and/or emailed and 79 usable …
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Improving Nutrition in Nepal: An analysis of food environments, behavioral determinants of consumption, and costs of a multisectoral nutrition program
Despite significant gains to achieve national nutrition targets in Nepal, infant and young child feeding practices remain sub-optimal. Increased consumption of processed foods high in sugar, salt, and fat in conjunction with low dietary diversity and micronutrient deficiency lead to poor overall …
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A Study Of The Associations Between Demographics And Socioeconomic Status Of Parents And Use Of Functional Foods In Feeding Their Child(Ren)
… Thus the implementation of school-based nutrition programs and the inclusion of parental figures may improve children's overall dietary practices, possibly reducing the risk of diet-related chronic disease in the future.
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Examining the Correlates of Adolescent Food and Nutrition Knowledge in London, Ontario
… examined: (1) the current state of food and nutrition knowledge among adolescents in grades 9-12 in the London-Middlesex region of Ontario; and (2) predictors of food knowledge among adolescents. Data for this study were drawn from baseline youth and parent survey data collected for the …
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THE THRIVE STUDY: FEASIBILITY AND PRELIMINARY EFFECTS OF A WEIGHT MAINTENANCE INTERVENTION FOR BREAST CANCER SURVIVORS UNDERGOING CHEMOTHERAPY
… to examine the impact of physical activity and nutrition programs on successful weight management during chemotherapy.
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An Evaluation of the Mississippi Recipes for Success Resource From the Perspective of Child Nutrition Directors
… Recipes for Success (MRS), A Guide for Child Nutrition Programs provides printed and online resources for child nutrition directors. These resources include recipes and methods to assist directors in effectively implementing United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) nutrition standards. …
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Investigating Student Academic Achievement, Discipline, and Attendance Outcomes of Nutrition Education Programs Using State Longitudinal Data Systems
… development, and academic performance. Nutrition assistance and education programs play critical roles in alleviating food insecurity. The Virginia 365 Project (VA365) was a United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)-funded multi-level school- and home-based approach aimed at …
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Knowledge of General Nutrition, Soy Nutrition, and Consumption of Soy Products: Assessment of a Sample Adult Population in Montgomery County, Virginia
Nutrition education programs in the prevention of chronic diseases has flourished over the last 15 years. Investigators continue to demonstrate that soy consumption plays a role in decreasing chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, cancer, osteoporosis and problems regarding menopause. …
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Breast Health and Mammography Screening in Older Women
… 65 years of age will be recruited from 4 senior nutrition programs located in underserved areas of San Diego County to participate in a breast health awareness program. Data will be collected using a demographic questionnaire, pre and postintervention revised Powe Fatalism Inventory, and a breast …
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Supporting collaborative efforts between Senior Nutrition Program providers and Cooperative Extension employees to better serve older adults
… continues to increase, so does the demand for programs that support aging in place. Many community-based organizations provide nutrition, health, and food-related services to older adults, yet these efforts often operate independently rather than collaboratively. Strengthening cross-program …
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Reducing Sugary Drinks Among Young, School-Age Children: Formative Assessment of Print Materials for Parents
… to households enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. The overall goal of the intervention was to reduce children's intake of sugar-sweetened beverages by encouraging parents to limit their availability in the household. This study employed two formative assessment …
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High Prevalence of Zinc Deficiency and Stunting Found in Children Aged 6-60 Months in Rural Honduras
… and 2) demographic, socioeconomic, health, and nutrition risk factors associated with zinc deficiency within children aged 6-60 months in rural Honduras.<br /><strong>Design:</strong> The randomized cross-sectional study was conducted in two rural Honduran health regions: Montaña de la Flor and …
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Factors Contributing to Child Malnutrition in the Informal Settlement of Inanda Area, eThekwini Municipality.
… advancements in post-apartheid South Africa, malnutrition is the primary cause of child morbidity and mortality and has adverse effects on the economy. Malnutrition is determined by multidimensional factors that differ with geographical location. Informal settlements are socially marginalized …
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