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Showing 1 to 20 of 83 for “"vegetable intake"”.
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Vegetable intake and head and neck cancer
… studies have suggested that increasing intake of vegetables before and following diagnosis with HNC may improve clinical outcomes such as disease recurrence and survival. Despite an increasing focus on the beneficial effects of fruits and vegetables on cancer survival, we still know very …
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Food cost analysis associated with fruit and vegetable intake
… related to their shopping habits, fiuit and vegetable intake, and number of meals eaten away from home. A total of 60 single day food records of 7th and 8th graders in a low income area were analyzed based on daily food costs. Daily food costs were split into three methods: generic brand, …
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Vegetable intake and seasoning habits in those with diabetes mellitus type 2
Submission original under an indefinite embargo labeled 'Open Access'. The submission was exported from vireo on 2022-11-11 without embargo terms
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Fruit and vegetable intake and quality of life among breast cancer survivors
… and general well-being. High fruit and vegetable (FV) intake may improve HR-QoL, possibly through anti-inflammatory mechanisms, but previous research findings are mixed. The purpose of this study was to determine how FV intake is associated with HR-QoL among breast cancer survivors. …
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Comparison of nutrition education approaches on fruit and vegetable intake in older adults
<p>Most Americans do not consume recommended intakes of fruits and vegetables (F/Vs). Hands-on nutrition education applies social cognitive theory as participants practice preparing F/Vs. This study compared a four-week hands-on nutrition education program (L+HO) with lecture only (L) in older …
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The Relationship of Physical Activity and Fruit and Vegetable Intake on Pulse Wave Velocity
… Those who consume a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, and participate in habitual physical activity may experience reduced arterial stiffness, thereby decreasing the risk of CVD. Purpose: To examine the relationship of fruit intake, vegetable intake, and moderate-vigorous physical activity …
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A school-based approach to increasing fruit and vegetable intake of high school students
… high school student consumption of fruits and vegetables, increase knowledge and self-efficacy, and advance students through the stages of change. Additionally, factors that influence intake were studied.</p> <p>Students (n=260) enrolled in Health and Nutrition & Wellness classes were randomly …
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Diet and Bone Mass In British Children: An Examination of theInfluence of Breastfeeding, Fruit and Vegetable Intake, and Protein Consumption
… aspects of diet such breastfeeding, fruit and vegetable intake and protein consumption may also have important consequences on bone health. This dissertation sought to examine the effects of these three factors on bone mass in British children at 10 and 16 years of age. </p> <p> …
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Implementation of a multi-component school lunch environmental change intervention to improve child fruit and vegetable intake: a mixed-methods study
… in the consume up to half of their daily energy intake through school meals. Children waste up to 80% of their vegetables at school meals, and environmental change interventions are low-cost strategies that are implemented widely in school meal programs with the goal of improving dietary intake, …
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Intake of and attitudes toward soy milk and fruits and vegetables in special supplemental nutrition program for Women Infants and Children (WIC) participants
… the WIC approved foods list to include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and soy foods. Knowledge of the consumption patterns of WIC participants could guide decisions for future WIC packages and education. Objective: To examine soy milk, fruit, and vegetable intake and influencing factors in …
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The Role of Health Behaviors and Food Insecurity in Predicting Food Intake in Low-Income Children
… supports the importance of adequate fruit and vegetable intake during childhood. Despite this fact, there is still much to be learned with regard to predictors of food intake in childhood. The current project examines relationships between physical activity, sedentary behavior, sleep, food …
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Fruit and vegetable consumption in four elementary schools after implementation of nutrition education programs
… programs in schools often promote fruits and vegetables with the goal of increasing consumption among children. This study determined whether nutrition education programs increased fruit and vegetable intake in four elementary schools in Florida from October 2008 to October 2009. School A …
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Interpersonal Determinants of Diet in Young People
… period. The first study examined fruit and vegetable intake trajectories among young adults aged 16 to 30 years in the United Kingdom Household Longitudinal Study (UKHLS) and the Household, Income and Labour Dynamics in Australia (HILDA) Survey. Results showed a decline in fruit intake but …
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Health-Related Quality of Life, Behavior Change, and Adherence in a Weight Loss Study
… predicts change in physical activity, fruit and vegetable intake, and weight as well as adherence to weight loss counseling calls among rural overweight and obese patients. HRQOL was measured as the physical and mental component scores of the SF-12 (MCS-12, PCS-12). Results of linear regression …
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Dietary Acculturation, Physical Activity and Body Image in Limited-Resource Latino Women in Northern Virginia
… information, acculturation, fruit and vegetable intake, saturated fat avoidance, physical activity, and body image were assessed with written survey instruments. The results indicated that this Latina population with limited resources in northern Virginia was mainly from Bolivia and El …
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Influence of seasoning and preparation of vegetables on consumer choice, consumption, and liking
… more money dining out than in grocery stores and vegetable intake continues to be low; it is important to evaluate variables likely to impact vegetable consumption which may translate to increased sales in a food service establishment. This study’s objective was to determine what variables had an …
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Pink and Dude Chefs: Impact of a Nutrition and Culinary Education Program with Middle School Students in an Afterschool Setting
… availability and access to fresh fruits and vegetables, and behavior patterns. Successful intervention methods that have reduced the impact of adolescent obesity have incorporated nutrition knowledge and culinary skill building into afterschool programs.</p> <p>Pink and Dude Chefs, a …
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Pink and Dude Chefs: A Nutrition and Culinary Intervention for Middle School Students
… Adolescents report inadequate fruit and vegetable intake, an overconsumption of sweetened beverages, and a high reliance on fast food locations for meals or snacks; increasing the risk of adolescent obesity. Building knowledge and skills through culinary interventions may empower middle …
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