2024-03-29T10:45:07Zhttps://thescholarship.ecu.edu/oai/requestoai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/26282022-12-09T19:38:33Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Harris, Nancy G.
Dunn, Carolyn Kusbit
Kolasa, Kathryn M.
Crawford, Yancey
Henes, Sarah T.
Kinner, Stephanie
Sutton, Virginia
Colby, Sarah E.
Collier, David N.
2010-06-03T23:32:01Z
2010-06-03T23:32:01Z
2010
Topics in Clinical Nutrition; 25:2 p. 151-159
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/2628
There is evidence that residential summer weight loss camps can be effective to initiate or support the small change approach to address childhood obesity. This report describes the development and evaluation of nutrition education for overweight adolescents attending a three week healthy lifestyle camp. Campers were given a diet prescription based on MyPryamid and self-selected their meals and snacks that were served family style. The curriculum included eating strategies known to contribute to healthy weight in youth. Campers demonstrated improved ability to estimate portion sizes. Thirty-four campers completed the three week experience with a weight loss considered to be safe. Note: the deposited item is not the final published version, but rather is the last revised manuscript sent to the publisher.
en_US
Childhood obesity
Residential weight loss camps
MyPyramid
“Take Off 4-Health�: Nutrition Education Curriculum for a Healthy Lifestyle Camp for Overweight Youth
Article
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/43872021-03-03T20:55:12Zcom_10342_122com_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_124col_10342_39
Chestnut, Caroline Knauss
2014-06-15T15:29:31Z
2017-02-07T22:22:34Z
2014
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/4387
The objectives of this study were: To determine if there are mean cost differences between all-organic foods and conventional (non-organic) foods; to determine if there are differences in the mean cost of all-organic foods among higher, moderate, and lower price grocery venues; and to determine if the mean cost difference between all-organic and conventional foods varies among higher, moderate, and lower price grocery venues. The sample included selected organic food items and their conventional counterparts at a lower price (Walmart Supercenter), moderate price (Food City) and higher price (The Fresh Market) grocery venues in Kingsport, TN. Product price and package size in ounces or fluid ounces were collected. Cost per ounce was calculated for analysis. A repeated measures analysis of variance (ANOVA) with two within-subjects factors was used to determine statistically significant differences. A p value [less than or equal to] 0.05 was chosen as statistically significant. There was a significant main effect of organic status, F(1, 27) = 27.497, p < 0.001, for all foods e.g., food costs were significantly higher for organic foods compared with conventional foods. There was not a significant main effect of organic status in the Dairy group, F(1, 4) = 5.779, p = 0.074, though there was a trend towards significance since the p value was not much larger than 0.05. There was not a significant main effect of organic status in the Fruit group, F(1, 1) = 4.267, p = 0.287. There was a significant main effect of organic status in the Grain group, F(1, 8) = 10.318, p = 0.012; in the Protein group, F(1, 3) = 52.658, p = 0.005; and in the Vegetable group, F(1, 7) = 7.763, p = 0.027 e.g., food costs were significantly different for organic and conventional foods in the Grain group, Protein group, and Vegetable group. There was not a significant main effect of grocery venue, F(2, 54) = 0.664, p = 0.519, for all organic foods e.g., organic food costs were not significantly different among the lower price, moderate price, and higher price grocery venues. There was a significant interaction between the organic status and grocery venue, F(2, 54) = 8.633, p = 0.001 e.g., the difference in mean food costs between organic and conventional foods was significantly different among lower price, moderate price, and higher price grocery venues. It was found that organic foods were significantly more expensive than their conventional counterparts. Organic food costs were not influenced by grocery venue. Therefore an all-organic shopper may not significantly benefit by shopping for organic food at a lower price grocery venue. The differences in food costs between organic and conventional foods, however, were significantly different among grocery venues. Perceived cost increases between conventional and organic food items may depend on a chosen grocery venue. Further research is needed to analyze cost and availability of organic food items at various grocery venues including food cooperatives, superstores, health food stores, bargain grocers, and traditional national and local grocery stores.
Nutrition
Health
Organic
Cost Comparison of Foods Purchased for an All-Organic Diet and a Conventional, Non-Organic Diet
Master's Thesis
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/57142021-03-03T21:02:26Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Sira, Natalia
Pawlak, Roman
2016-06-23T16:17:04Z
2016-06-23T16:17:04Z
2010-02
Nutrition Research and Practice; 4:1 p. 36-42
1976-1457
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/5714
pmc2830413
10.4162/nrp.2010.4.1.36
A cross-sectional survey was used to investigate the rates of overweight and obesity (BMI ≥ 25), and eating attitudes among college students. Data were collected at a large southeastern university. Adolescents (ages 18-25) self-reported weight and height (to calculate BMI), and, in addition to demographic information, completed the eating attitudes (EAT 26) scale to assess dieting tendencies. Significance of the mean BMI differences between gender and ethnic background were assessed by one-way analysis of variance (one-way ANOVA). Chi-square was used to determine whether the rate of those with BMI≥25 between gender and ethnic background was statistically significant. While 52.7% of the students' BMI were within the normal weight category, 15.2% were underweight, 21.3% were overweight, and 10.8% were obese. The rate of BMI≥25 differed by gender and ethnicity, with males and African Americans having higher rates. About 12 % of the participants reported disturbed eating behavior, which is lower than previously reported. Even so, results support the generally held belief that disturbed eating attitudes and unhealthy dieting are common among college students, especially among females. At the same time, disturbed eating attitudes are not just the domain of young female students; about 10% of college males reported disturbed eating attitudes. Findings of this study call for obesity prevention/intervention and lifestyle modification outreach programs among college students. Weight status and unhealthy eating behaviors of college students should be a concern to health care professionals. While obese young adults will likely remain obese throughout their adult life, excessive dieting among students, which is linked to eating disorders and other health hazards, does not provide healthy and adequate alternatives for maintaining a normal BMI. Implications for obesity prevention programs are discussed.
Obesity
students
dieting
ethnicity
gender
Prevalence of overweight and obesity, and dieting attitudes among Caucasian and African American college students in Eastern North carolina: A cross-sectional survey
Article
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/113982022-12-05T15:47:46Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Burkholder, Sarah
Jilcott Pitts, Stephanie
Wu, Qiang
Bayles, Jocelyn
Baybutt, Richard C.
Stage, Virginia C.
2022-10-03T16:06:56Z
2022-10-03T16:06:56Z
2021-02
1499-4046
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/11398
10.1016/j.jneb.2020.10.019
en_US
Skin Carotenoid
Head Start Children
Eastern North Carolina
Skin Carotenoid Status Over Time and Differences by Age and Sex Among Head Start Children (3-5 years) Living in Eastern North Carolina
Article
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/33232021-03-03T20:52:21Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Kranz, Sibylle
Mitchell, Diane C.
Smiciklas-Wright, Helen
Huang, Shirley H.
Kumanyika, Shiriki K.
Stettler, Nicolas
2011-04-15T15:10:26Z
2011-04-15T15:10:26Z
2009-04
Journal of the American Dietetic Association; 109:4 p. 702-707
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/3323
PMC2696191
10.1016/j.jada.2008.12.018
This cross-sectional study of 2 to 12 year olds living in medically underserved areas examined the proportion of children meeting the food group intake recommendations for fruits, vegetables, total grains, dairy, and meat/meat alternatives by age group and body weight status. Based on 24-hour recalls collected between July 2004 and March of 2005, mean food group intake and deviation from the recommended intake amount were determined (actual intake minus recommended intake). Measured weight and height were used to calculate body mass index z-scores using the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) growth charts. Analyses were conducted for two age groups (2 to 5 and 6 to 12 year olds) (n=214), by weight status categories (underweight or healthy weight (<85th percentile), overweight (85 to 94th percentile), or obese (> 95th percentile)), and repeated for the subset of children with biologically plausible reports. The majority of children lived in lowincome households. More 2 to 5 year olds met intake recommendations compared to 6 to 12 year olds. Overall, the proportion of children meeting the food group intake recommendations was low with the exception of the meat group, which was met by 52% to 93% of children. There was a positive association between the proportion of younger children meeting the fruits or total grains recommendation and increasing body weight. The data support the importance of community-level nutrition intervention programs to improve children's diet quality in low income, medically underserved areas and suggest that such interventions may help reduce the risk of obesity. Originally published Journal of the American Dietetic Association, Vol. 109, No. 4, Apr 2009
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Child nutrition
Nutrition monitoring
Childhood obesity
Consumption of recommended food groups among children from medically underserved communities
Article
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/57132021-03-03T21:02:23Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Son, Gakuhei
Kremer, Michael
Hines, Ian N.
2016-06-23T15:18:26Z
2016-06-23T15:18:26Z
2010-
Gastroenterology Research and Practice; 2010: p. 1-13
1687-6121
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/5713
pmc2913801
10.1155/2010/453563
Contribution of Gut Bacteria to Liver Pathobiology
Article
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/115062022-10-14T07:15:58Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Stage, Virginia C.
Bayles, Jocelyn
Hegde, Archana V.
Jones, Lorelei
Dev, Dipti A.
Goodell, L. Suzanne
2022-10-13T15:50:38Z
2022-10-13T15:50:38Z
2021
1368-9800
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/11506
10.1017/s1368980020003687
en_US
Head Start
Healthy eating
Physical activity
Eastern North Carolina Head Start Teachers’ Personal and Professional Experiences with Healthy Eating and Physical Activity: A Qualitative Exploration
Article
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/19832022-12-09T19:38:52Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Pawlak, Roman
Colby, Sarah E.
Herring, Julia
2009-12-02T14:46:46Z
2009-12-02T14:46:46Z
2009
Nutrition Research and Practice; 3:3 p. 220-225
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/1983
10.4162/nrp.2009.3.3.220
The objective of this study was to assess beliefs (e.g. advantages, disadvantages, benefits, barriers) and knowledge about eating peanuts and tree nuts. Personal interviews based on the Theory of Planned Behavior were conducted to elicit beliefs about eating nuts. Then, a cross-sectional survey was administered to WIC participants from one county in North Carolina. One-hundred-twenty-four WIC participants (mean (SD) age=28.39 (8.09) completed the study. Most were Caucasian (51.6%) females (96%). About one third believed that eating nuts may help to lower cholesterol level. However, only about one forth believed that nuts can lower a risk of a heart attack or diabetes. More than one third believed that eating nuts will cause weight gain. The knowledge of respondents' about nutrient content of nuts was low with correct answers to most questions about 20% or below. The mean (SD) positive attitude, negative attitude, benefits and barriers scores, based on a range from 1 to 5, were 2.53 (0.91), 3.25 (0.89), 2.97 (0.85) and 2.90 (0.76), respectively. WIC participants' beliefs regarding the health effects of nuts are inconsistent with the most recent research findings. They are in a need to education about benefits of eating nuts.
en_US
Nuts
Women, Infants, and Children Program (WIC)
Barriers
Beliefs
Beliefs, benefits, barriers, attitude, intake and knowledge about peanuts and tree nuts among WIC participants in eastern North Carolina
Article
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/114252022-10-06T07:18:15Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Kolasa, Kathryn M.
Craven, Kay
Nordby, Kelly
Drier, Lindsay
Ascanio, Kathleen
Tant, Robin
Strickland, Ashley
Matarese, Laura
Jennings, Jill
Johnstone, Julia
2022-10-05T17:55:10Z
2022-10-05T17:55:10Z
2021
0029-666X
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/11425
10.1097/nt.0000000000000455
en_US
food environment
Covid-19
food insecurity
Meeting the Challenge of Providing Nutrition Services During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Article
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/115582022-10-20T07:16:37Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Stage, Virginia C.
Hegde, Archana V.
Goodell, L Suzanne
Chase, Susan
McDonald, Stephanie
2022-10-19T18:46:33Z
2022-10-19T18:46:33Z
2021
0022-0140
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/11558
10.34068/joe.59.01.05
en_US
improved personal health behaviors
promotion of positive health behaviors
Head Start Teachers
Eating Smart and Moving More for Head Start: A Pilot Study With Head Start Teachers
Article
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/21412021-03-03T20:52:34Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Escott-Stump, Sylvia
2009-12-11T19:44:39Z
2009-12-11T19:44:39Z
2008
Food and Nutrition Conference and Exhibition of the American Dietetic Association. Chicago , IL.
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/2141
Presentation accompanying lecture for receiving the Lenna Frances Cooper Award at the 2008 Food and Nutrition Conference and Exhibition of the American Dietetic Association
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MTHFR deficiency
L-methylfolate
Nutritional genetics
Systemic Nutrition: What's YOUR Gut Reaction?
Presentation
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/21402021-03-03T20:52:27Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Escott-Stump, Sylvia
2009-12-11T19:44:34Z
2009-12-11T19:44:34Z
2006
Clinical Nutrition Management Symposium. Scottsdale, AZ.
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/2140
en_US
Leadership
Leadership Boot Camp
Presentation
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/112632022-09-17T07:18:18Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Sastre, Lauren
Wynn, Desiree
Roupe, Melissa
Jacobs, Molly
2022-09-16T19:29:04Z
2022-09-16T19:29:04Z
2021-05-18
2211-3355
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/11263
10.1016/j.pmedr.2021.101400
en_US
Food pantry
Readmissions
Food security
Link Between Redemption of a Medical Food Pantry Voucher and Reduced Hospital Readmissions
Article
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/74662021-12-01T09:01:54Zcom_10342_122com_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_124col_10342_39
Bullard, Caitlin Elizabeth
2019-08-22T12:30:12Z
2021-12-01T09:01:54Z
2019-07-22
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/7466
Background: Food behaviors are developed during the first few years of life making caregiver interactions especially important in the formation of healthy food preferences. Limited data exists on caregiver feeding styles and practices who work directly with toddlers 12-36 months. Of particular interest are differences in feeding practices among different ethnicities. Objective: To determine feeding styles of Early Head Start (EHS) teachers in North Carolina (NC) and examine differences in feeding practices by ethnicity. Design: Cross sectional data surveying the feeding practices of EHS teachers Participants/Setting: NC-based EHS teachers recruited throughout the state of NC aged 42.81 ± 12.74 working with toddlers 12-36 months. Main outcome measures: Validated instruments, Caregiver Feeding Style Questionnaire (CFSQ) and Mealtime Verbal Comments Checklist Statistical Analyses: Fisher's Exact Test, Mann-Whitney U Test, Pearson's [chi]^2, and Independent t-tests test were used to determine variations between ethnicities of childcare providers who completed the survey. Results: Teachers were categorized as authoritative (17.19%), authoritarian (34.38%), indulgent (29.69), and uninvolved (18.75%). Feeding styles were not significantly different among African Americans (AA) and White (p=0.33) teachers. However, significant differences were observed between individual items in the CFSQ such as "physically struggle with the child to get him or her to eat" (White [mu]=35.93 and AA [mu]=28.09; p=0.02). Statistical significant differences were also observed between 4 items in the Verbal Comments Checklist such as "when you're playing with your cup, you're showing me you're done" (p=0.045). White teachers were more likely to use both supportive (42.5±6.35) and unsupportive (57.48±6.34) comments during mealtime compared to AA with a mean of 37.24±12.69 for supportive comments and 62.76±12.69 unsupportive comments. Conclusions: Additional research is needed to explore direct observations of teacher-toddler interactions during mealtime to understand ethnic differences between teacher feeding styles.
en
Feeding Styles
Ethnicity
Toddlers
Early Head Start Program
Feeding Styles
Feeding Practices in NC-based Early Head Start Programs among Teachers Serving 12-36mo Children
Master's Thesis
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/34112021-03-03T20:52:33Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Wagstaff, David A.
Kranz, Sibylle
2011-04-28T18:08:23Z
2011-04-28T18:08:23Z
2009-04
American Journal of Clinical Nutrition; 89:4 p. 1025-1030
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/3411
PMC2667453
Background: Addressing missing data on body weight, height, or
both is a challenge many researchers face. In calculating the body
mass index (BMI) of study participants, researchers need to impute
the missing data.
Objective: A multiple imputation through a chained equations approach was used to determine whether one should first impute the missing anthropometric data and then calculate BMI or use an imputation model to obtain BMI.
Design: The present study used computer simulation to address the
question of how to calculate BMI when there is missing data on weight and height. The simulated data reflected data gathered on non-Hispanic white youths (n ¼ 905) aged 2–18 y, who participated in the 1999–2000 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES).
Results: The simulation indicated that it made little difference in the accuracy with which the youths’ mean BMIs were estimated when the data were missing completely at random. However, the use of a model to impute BMI was favored slightly when the data were missing at random and the imputation model included the variable used to determine missingness.
Conclusion: The present findings extend the use of passive imputation
and the use of multiple imputation through a chained equations approach to an area of critical public health importance. Am J Clin Nutr 2009;89:1025–30. Originally published American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Vol. 89, No. 4, Apr 2009
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Body mass index
Missing values
Imputation
A preliminary study of active compared with passive imputation of missing body mass index values among non-Hispanic white youths
Article
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/30702022-12-09T19:38:42Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Person, Ashley Lynne
Colby, Sarah E.
Bulova, Jessica Ann
Eubanks, Janie Whitehurst
2011-01-21T20:43:21Z
2011-01-21T20:43:21Z
2010-04
Nutrition Research and Practice; 4:2 p. 149-154
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/3070
PMC2867226
10.4162/nrp.2010.4.2.149
The purpose of this research was to determine barriers that prevent participation in an employee wellness program, Wellness Wednesdays: â Eat
& Meetâ About Healthy Living, conducted at East Carolina University (ECU) in Greenville, North Carolina. All ECU ARAMARK employees (n = 481)
over the age of 18 were eligible to participate in the wellness program. Weekly 30 minute classes, taught by a Registered Dietitian, on various
nutrition- and health-related topics were conducted for 10-weeks. Five question knowledge quizzes were administered to participants at the end
of each class to determine the comprehension of material presented. Qualitative interviews (n = 19) were conducted with employees (participants
and non-participants) and the program organizer after the completion of the 10-week program to identify barriers to program participation. A total
of 50 (10.4% of the total number of potential participants) ECU ARAMARK employees, managers, and leadership team directors attended Wellness
Wednesdays at least once during the 10-week program. Employees, on average, scored 71-100% on the weekly knowledge quizzes administered
at the end of each class. The most common barriers to participation reported included (most often to least often reported): insufficient incentives,
inconvenient locations, time limitations, not interested in topics presented, undefined reasons, schedule, marketing, health beliefs, and not interested
in the program. Results showed that employee wellness programs can be effective in increasing knowledge of employees on nutrition- and health-related
topics. However, program planning that addresses identified barriers including insufficient incentives, inconvenient locations, and time limitations
may facilitate higher participation in future worksite wellness opportunities. Originally published Nutrition Research and Practice, Vol. 4, No. 2, April 2010
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Employee wellness
Barriers
Participation rates
Barriers to participation in a worksite wellness program
Article
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/28162022-12-09T19:39:09Zcom_10342_122com_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_124col_10342_39
Mammarella, Sarah
2010-06-24T20:20:13Z
2010-06-24T20:20:13Z
2010
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/2816
Obesity is more prevalent in people of lower-socioeconomic status. Since over half of meals consumed are prepared in the home, grocery store purchases may be playing an important role in the obesity epidemic. The objective of this study was to assess the price differences between more nutrient favorable (MNF; i.e. low in fat, low in sodium, low in sugar, low in calories and whole grain) foods and less nutrient favorable (LNF; i.e. high in fat, high in sodium, high in sugar, high in calories, and refined) food option pairs (n=126; 63 MNF, 63 LNF) in all grocery stores in Greenville, NC (n=13) in the summer of 2009. Anovas, independent t tests and post-hoc analyses were used to produce means for each food item across the 13 grocery stores. LNF food items never cost more than MNF food items. Of the MNF and LNF food pairs assessed, 14 (22.2%) of foods had statistically significant differences in price (P<0.01). When looked at for cent-for-cent differences, 33 (52.4%) of the food pairs assessed had no differences in price. The findings of this study show that consumers can largely reduce calorie, fat, sugar, and sodium content of grocery store food purchases without increasing cost.
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Health Sciences, Nutrition
FOOD OPTION WITH A MORE NUTRIENT FAVORABLE PROFILE IN GROCERY STORES : BUYING HEALTHIER FOODS WITHOUT PAYING MORE.
Master's Thesis
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/99112022-03-11T08:15:01Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Ramirez, Ashley, Kathryn Kolasa
2022-03-10T13:20:41Z
2022-03-10T13:20:41Z
2022-03-02
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/9911
Newspaper Column
en
Start a healthy life style during National Nutrition Month
Article
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/68662022-10-03T18:00:19Zcom_10342_1com_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_72col_10342_39
Poindexter, Ashley
2018-07-12T16:07:33Z
2020-01-23T09:01:54Z
2018-05-03
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/6866
This literature review analyzes various peer-reviewed health and psychology journal articles to discover the most effective ways to present information to elementary-aged children in the context of a picture book. Topics discussed include children’s perception of color, shape, and word choice. The goal of this research was to enhance education of children and their families as it pertains to nutrition, diet, and a healthy lifestyle by creating a fun and informative resource.
This research was used to create a nutritional children's book about fiber.
children’s book
color
shape
word choice
nutrition
How to Write a Nutrition-Related Children’s Book with Consideration of Child Perceptions
Honors Creative Endeavor
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/30592022-12-09T19:39:00Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Pawlak, Roman
Colby, Sarah E.
2011-01-21T19:20:59Z
2011-01-21T19:20:59Z
2009-03
Nutrition Research and Practice; 3:1 p. 56-63
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/3059
PMC2788162
10.4162/nrp.2009.3.1.56
African Americans in the United States suffer from many health disparities such as obesity, diabetes or hypertension. Lifestyle factors including
diet and physical activity play an important role in prevention of these health conditions. The purpose of this research project was to assess beliefs,
barriers and self-efficacy of eating a healthy diet and self efficacy of shopping for foods such as whole grains or foods designated as low fat
or low sodium. Additionally, the objective was to assess beliefs about healthfulness, appropriate consumption, and protective aspect of specific foods
including fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. The assessment was done using a survey instrument developed for this study. Data collection took
place at two church locations. Data were obtained from 57 African Americans, mean age 50 years old (SD 12.70) completed the survey. The majority
of respondents (58.1%) were females and most (75%) had at least some college education. Generally, benefits of eating healthy foods received
considerably higher scores compared to barriers of eating healthy. A belief that healthy foods would help to take care of oneâ s body received the
highest mean score while a belief that healthy foods are too expensive had the highest score from all barriers. The results showed high self-efficacy
of eating and purchasing healthy foods, high awareness of knowledge regarding foods associated with disease prevention but low awareness of
recommendations for fruits and vegetables. The high scores for benefits, self-efficacy and knowledge regarding eating healthy foods did not translate
into the perception of intake of such foods. Most participants believed that they do not eat enough of healthy foods. Interventions design to help
African Americans make dietary changes should be culturally relevant and should involved working on a community level utilizing messages that
are familiar and relevant to African Americans. Originally published Nutrition Research and Practice, Vol. 3, No. 1, Spring 2009
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African Americans
Benefits
Barriers
Knowledge
Self-efficacy
Benefits, barriers, self-efficacy and knowledge regarding healthy foods; perception of African Americans living in eastern North Carolina
Article
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/123362023-02-16T08:16:24Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Sastre, Lauren R.
King, Rebecca M.
et al
2023-02-15T15:09:55Z
2023-02-15T15:09:55Z
2022
2212-2672
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/12336
10.1016/j.jand.2022.05.003
en_US
Nutrition Education
Didactic Program in Dietetics
Federally Qualified Health Center
Opportunities and Lessons Learned to Support Didactic Experiential Learning through a Nutrition Education and Counseling Pilot at a Federally Qualified Health Center
Article
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/21802021-03-03T20:52:35Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Wall-Bassett, Elizabeth
Harris, Nancy G.
2010-01-08T21:46:40Z
2010-01-08T21:46:40Z
2009
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/2180
This booklet was used in a training program for community health aides in the Commonwealth of Dominica.
en_US
Nutrition
Dominica
Community health
Sisserou (Fictitious character)
Sisserou Talks about Health and Nutrition
Other Scholarly Work
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/114262022-10-06T07:18:23Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Smith, Brittany
Craven, Kay
Kolasa, Kathryn M.
2022-10-05T18:23:23Z
2022-10-05T18:23:23Z
2021
0029-666X
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/11426
10.1097/nt.0000000000000469
en_US
diet
osteoarthritis
reduced pain
Diet and Osteoarthritis: Sharing Strategies for Reduced Pain and Improved Function when the Evidence is Limited
Article
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/32632021-03-03T20:52:31Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Eng, Stephanie
Wagstaff, David A.
Kranz, Sibylle
2011-02-28T20:51:20Z
2011-02-28T20:51:20Z
2009-05-21
International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity; 6:27 p. 1-8
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/3263
PMC2689163
10.1186/1479-5868-6-27
Background: Some studies in adults indicate a positive correlation between eating later in the day and overall energy intake as well as body weight status. Thus, the time of food intake may be a risk
factor in childhood obesity. This study was designed to describe the proportion of energy consumed in the time from 4 pm to midnight measured in two-hour increments and to determine a potential association between the time of proportion of energy consumed and body weight status.
Methods: Dietary, anthropometric, and socio-demographic data of 2–18 year olds (N = 11,072) of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 1999–2004 was examined to describe the proportion of total energy consumed within two-hour time periods between 4 pm and midnight. To examine the potential association between eating later in the day and body weight
status, generalized estimating equations (GEE) models were used to quantify the effect of time trends (proportion of total energy consumed in each 2-hour time period from 4 pm to 11.59 pm) on body weight status. Analysis was conducted in the total sample and in subgroups stratified by sex, ethnic group (Non-Hispanic white, Non-Hispanic black, Mexican American, Other Hispanic, and Other Race including multi-racial) and age group (2–5, 6–11, and 12–18 year olds). Complex
sample survey analysis were used to assess differences at a significance level of p-value < 0.05.
Results: Proportion of energy consumed varied by sex, ethnic group, and age groups between 4 pm and 11.59 pm. Compared to healthy weight children, overweight school-age children consumed significantly higher while overweight adolescents consumed significantly lower proportions of total daily energy with each advancing two-hour time increment.
Conclusion: The association between the circadian rhythm of eating and body weight status needs to be investigated further to examine the effect of time of consumption on the risk of childhood obesity. Especially longitudinal studies in diverse child populations would help elucidate the importance of time of eating on obesity. Originally published International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity, Vol. 6, No. 27, May 2009
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Author notified of opt-out rights by Cammie Jennings.
Childhood obesity
Time of food intake
Energy intake
Eating late in the evening is associated with childhood obesity in some age groups but not in all children: the relationship between time of consumption and body weight status in U.S. children
Article
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/113222022-09-27T07:16:34Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Ellis, Jordan M.
He, Jinbo
Sun, Shengyan
Zickgraf, Hana F.
2022-09-26T15:55:42Z
2022-09-26T15:55:42Z
2021-04
1073-1911
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/11322
10.1177/1073191119864642
en_US
Adult Eating Behavior Questionnaire (AEBQ)
appetitive traits
Chinese
Assessing Appetitive Traits Among Chinese Young Adults Using the Adult Eating Behavior Questionnaire: Factor Structure, Gender Invariance and Latent Mean Differences, and Associations With BMI
Article
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/112952022-09-23T07:16:03Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Pawlak, Roman
Vos, Paul
Grant, Ross
Bilgin, Ayse A.
Berg, Jade
Pearce, Robyn
Morris, Margaret
2022-09-22T14:46:09Z
2022-09-22T14:46:09Z
2021
1559-8276
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/11295
10.1177/1559827619829000
en_US
Cardiovascular disease
diet
teenagers
Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors Profile Among Australian Vegetarian and Nonvegetarian Teenagers
Article
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/44602021-03-03T20:57:57Zcom_10342_1com_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_72col_10342_39
Lawless, Taylor M.
2014-08-06T20:21:30Z
2014-08-06T20:21:30Z
2013
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/4460
Lactose intolerance has been a known cause of gastrointestinal distress for many years. Recently, it has come to attention that fructose intolerance elicits many of the same symptoms as lactose intolerance. The consumption of fructose has more than doubled in the past twenty years; conversely, the instances of fructose intolerance have also increased. Fructose and lactose intolerance are measured using similar methods. While there are common practices and guidelines used when testing fructose and lactose intolerance and malabsorptive issues, there is no official standard method including precise practices for before, during, and after the test. Therefore a standard system was created by comparing methods used in previous studies. If used on a wide scale, the standard system will enable researchers to compare results of different studies. Ultimately, this would enable researchers to gain a better understanding of lactose and fructose intolerance and malabsorptive issues in order to develop improved treatments and potential cures.
Fructose
Lactose
Malabsorption
Intolerance
Method
Sickly Sweet: The Development of a Standardized Method for Testing Lactose and Fructose Intolerance and Malabsorption
Undergraduate Thesis
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/47862021-03-03T20:56:31Zcom_10342_1com_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_72col_10342_39
Hauser, Megan
2015-05-05T13:27:09Z
2015-05-05T13:27:09Z
2015
Hauser, Megan. 2015. Preadolescent Body Image and Body Mass Index. Unpublished manuscript, Honors College, East Carolina University, Greenville, N.C.
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/4786
Physical and psychological changes occur during middle childhood and the time preparing for adolescence. Healthy body image is a key factor in developing healthy physical and psychosocial habits among preadolescents. There is more documented research on body image and lifestyle habits among females. The purpose of this research was to investigate Body Mass Index (BMI) and perceived body image among male and female adolescents, and to investigate if nutrition education lessons regarding healthy lifestyles can influence body image.
Six preadolescent children’s weight and height were measured using a stadiometer in order to calculate Body Mass Index (BMI) (kg/m2) and assess BMI categories (underweight, normal, overweight, obese). An evaluation of children’s personal body image using the Gardner 13-figure schematic contour scale and the CDC 13-item body image questionnaire was used before and after nutrition education lessons were presented. Four 30-minute nutrition education lessons focused on healthy eating habits, physical activity, and self-esteem.
All participants had low self-esteem related to body image during the nutrition education lessons. All participants reported a positive body image or total body image score at pre- and post-test. When investigating body image discrepancy, participants in each BMI category reported slight differences in desire to change their body figure. Body image discrepancy was lower after interventions were conducted and four of the six participants increased in their total body image scores. Future research and interventions aimed at targeting children and adolescents can encourage healthy living and positive body image.
Preadolescent
Body image
Body mass index
Preadolescent Body Image and Body Mass Index
Honors Thesis
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/61492021-03-03T21:13:59Zcom_10342_122com_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_124col_10342_39
Simmons, Justin
2017-05-31T14:13:40Z
2017-05-31T14:13:40Z
2017-04-28
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/6149
The advancement of human performance benefits from state-of-the-art technology to improve the ability to monitor and evaluate physiological adaptations in athletes. Previously validated as a reliable tool for measuring muscle oxygenation, near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) has evolved into a more portable platform capable of being used in a variety of settings. This has expanded the usefulness of NIRS and created an increase in explorations to evaluate its capabilities and applications in exercise science. With the emergence of new portable devices, the need to assess the capabilities and potential of such exercise tools is important. One such example of a portable NIRS device advertised to athletes and the military is the MOXY monitor. Purpose: To our knowledge, no studies exist that have examined the output produced by the MOXY monitor compared to other more established variables during high intensity intervals. Therefore, the purpose of this experiment was to evaluate the output provided by the MOXY monitors (SmO2) by comparing SmO2 to more established exercise variables including VO2, heart rate and blood lactate (BL) to determine if the values agree with physiological expectations. We predicted that the SmO2 would demonstrate an inverse relationship to other measured variables including HR, VO2 and BL. Eg. As SmO2 decreased, HR,VO2 and BL would increase and peak HR,VO2,BL values would coincide with SMO2 troughs. Methods: Six endurance-trained East Carolina University students, aged 21±2 years completed a VO2 max test followed by 6 high-intensity 30-second sprint intervals at 125% of VO2 max wattage on a cycle ergometer. SmO2 was measured using MOXY monitors (Fortiori Design LLC., MN, USA) placed on the quadriceps muscles as well as the left deltoid. HR was monitored using a Garmin FR70 watch (Garmin Ltd., Switzerland) and VO2 obtained using a Parvomedic TrueOne 2400 metabolic cart (Parvo Medics, UT, USA). BL was collected within 5 seconds of the completion of each of the 6 high intensity intervals using a Lactate Plus Meter (Sports Research Group Inc.). SmO2 and VO2 and SmO2 and HR were plotted over time to present a graphical illustration demonstrating the relationships among changes in oxygen saturation and the change with VO2 and HR. BL and SmO2 were presented using tables to display changes in BL and SmO2 as the intervals progressed. Results: All participants had a VO2 max [greater than]30ml/kg/min and no musculoskeletal injuries in the previous 3 months were reported. Body fat percentages were within normal ACSM guidelines and participants reported meeting USDA guidelines for fruit and vegetable intake (Dwyer, 2008, www.choosemyplate.gov). During each of the six intervals, SmO2 was shown to decrease as both VO2 and HR increased. Troughs in SmO2 did not consistently align with peaks in VO2 and HR, as SmO2 tended to reach troughs about 10 seconds after the completion of many intervals. VO2 also demonstrated peaks at 20 and 40-seconds following interval completion. Patterns in BL were unable to be evaluated due to inadequate BL collection. Only two participants had all 6 BL values successfully obtained while another had 5. These participants demonstrated a pattern of increasing with intervals 1-4 followed by a plateau or decline in the final intervals. Conclusion: The findings from this study support the hypothesis that SmO2 would demonstrate an inverse relationship compared to HR and VO2 during high intensity intervals. Eg. As SmO2 decreased during the intervals, both HR and VO2 increased. However, peak HR and VO2 values did not coincide with SmO2 troughs. A delay of about 10 seconds was observed in SmO2 troughs and a 20 to 40-second delay was seen in peak VO2 and HR values. Further research is needed to investigate this finding as it is unclear as to the cause of the delays. Despite previous research showing an inverse relationship among muscle oxygenation and BL, the present study was unable support this relationship as insufficient BL samples were available for evaluation. The results obtained from this study suggests the MOXY monitors may provide reliable output as the inverse relationships among SmO2 and HR and SmO2 and VO2 agree with physiological expectations, despite peaks and troughs not coinciding. Further research will be needed to explore the relationships among these variables and to further assess the MOXY monitor as a tool for exercise training.
en
SmO2
blood lactate
heart rate
muscle oxygenation
volume of oxygen
The Assessment of Muscle Oxygen Saturation in Students During Maximal VO2 Exercise and High Intensity Intervals
Master's Thesis
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/110542022-09-09T07:16:19Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Sastre, Lauren R.
Dharod, Jigna M.
Nounkeu, Carole Debora
Paynter, Lauren
Labban, Jeffrey D.
2022-09-08T17:24:17Z
2022-09-08T17:24:17Z
2021
1477-8920
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/11054
10.2166/wh.2021.123
en_US
diarrhea
nutrition
sanitation
Examination of the Cameroon DHS Data to Investigate how Water Access and Sanitation Services are Related to Diarrhea and Nutrition among Infants and Toddlers in Rural Households
Article
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/99122022-03-11T08:15:02Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Ramirez, Ashley
Kolasa, Kathryn M
2022-03-10T13:20:52Z
2022-03-10T13:20:52Z
2022-03-02
Ramirez A, Kolasa KM. Start a healthy life style during National Nutrition Month. Daily Reflector. page B4. March 2, 2022. Also at www.reflector.com. Accessed March 2, 2022.
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/9912
This is a weekly Q and A newspaper column under the byline of Dr. Kathy Kolasa. Today's column is National Nutrition Month 2022
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Kathy Kolasa: Start a health lifestyle during National Nutrition Month
Other Scholarly Work
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Harris, Nancy G.
2009-12-15T19:23:42Z
2009-12-15T19:23:42Z
2009
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/2164
Overview of nutritional management of type 1 diabetes mellitus
en_US
Pediatric nutrition
Diabetes management
Charlie Tackles Diabetes
Presentation
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Hines, Ian N.
Kremer, Michael
Moore, Sherri M.
Wheeler, Michael D.
2018-07-02T16:15:24Z
2018-07-02T16:15:24Z
2018-02-15
Hines, I. N., Kremer, M., Moore, S. M., & Wheeler, M. D. (2018). Impaired T cell-mediated hepatitis in peroxisome proliferator activated receptor alpha (PPARα)-deficient mice. Biological Research, 51(1), 5. https://doi.org/10.1186/s40659-018-0153-z
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/6811
https://doi.org/10.1186/s40659-018-0153-z
Background
Peroxisome proliferator activated receptor alpha (PPARα), a regulator of enzymes involved in β oxidation, has been reported to influence lymphocyte activation. The purpose of this study was to determine whether PPARα plays a role in T cell-mediated hepatitis induced by Concanavalin A (ConA).
Methods
Wild type (wt) or PPARα-deficient (PPARα−/−) mice were treated with ConA (15 mg/kg) by intravenous injection 0, 10 or 24 h prior to sacrifice and serum and tissue collection for analysis of tissue injury, cytokine response, T cell activation and characterization.
Results
Ten and 24 h following ConA administration, wt mice had significant liver injury as demonstrated by serum transaminase levels, inflammatory cell infiltrate, hepatocyte apoptosis, and expression of several cytokines including interleukin 4 (IL4) and interferon gamma (IFNγ). In contrast, PPARα−/− mice were protected from ConA-induced liver injury with significant reductions in serum enzyme release, greatly reduced inflammatory cell infiltrate, hepatocellular apoptosis, and IFNγ expression, despite having similar levels of hepatic T cell activation and IL4 expression. This resistance to liver injury was correlated with reduced numbers of hepatic natural killer T (NKT) cells and their in vivo responsiveness to alpha-galactosylceramide. Interestingly, adoptive transfer of either wt or PPARα−/− splenocytes reconstituted ConA liver injury and cytokine production in lymphocyte-deficient, severe combined immunodeficient mice implicating PPARα within the liver, possibly through support of IL15 expression and/or suppression of IL12 production and not the lymphocyte as the key regulator of T cell activity and ConA-induced liver injury.
Conclusion
Taken together, these data suggest that PPARα within the liver plays an important role in ConA-mediated liver injury through regulation of NKT cell recruitment and/or survival.
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Inflammation
Cytokines
T helper phenotype
Interferon gamma
Impaired T cell-mediated hepatitis in peroxisome proliferator activated receptor alpha (PPARα)-deficient mice
Article
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/20792021-03-03T20:52:34Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Escott-Stump, Sylvia
2009-12-08T19:30:55Z
2009-12-08T19:30:55Z
2009
Topics in Clinical Nutrition; 24:2 p. 92-113
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/2079
The brain and the gut work synergistically with each other and other organs. Reviewing nutrition systemically (rather than by single organs) is a holistic way for dietitians to evaluate their clients’ health status. Nutrition influences the genetic onset and consequences of many chronic diseases. With identification of up to 500,000 single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in an individual, the population-level potential for nutrigenomic optimization is astounding (Ferguson, 2007.) The reader will be able to describe how several specific nutrients can maintain or improve health through supporting or suppressing gene expression. Note: the deposited item is not the final published version, but rather is the last revised manuscript sent to the publisher.
en_US
Nutrition
Nutritional genomics
Systemic nutrition
Gene expression
Methylation
A Perspective on Systemic Nutrition and Nutritional Genomics
Article
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/43882021-03-03T20:55:37Zcom_10342_122com_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_124col_10342_39
Gearhart, Kylie
2014-06-15T15:29:32Z
2014-06-15T15:29:32Z
2013
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/4388
Obesity and substance abuse are two major public health issues in the United States, especially among low-income individuals. The United States Department of Health and Human Services has set forth the Dietary Guidelines, which encourage a diet rich in fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, lean meat, and low-fat dairy to help Americans obtain a healthy body weight. Substance abusers in recovery are at increased risk of weight gain, as their previous addiction may continue with the substance shifting from drugs or alcohol to sugary or high fat food. Nutrition interventions have been beneficial in recovery by improving outcomes and preventing relapse, however, possible barriers to obtaining fresh, healthy food items have been noted. There is limited research investigating females, especially mothers, in recovery and their access to healthy food items. The current study utilized a demographic survey and multiple Household Food Inventories (HFI) to assess the amount and variety of food items of mothers and their children in a residential substance abuse recovery facility. A sample of 11 mothers in rural, eastern North Carolina completed the survey and two separate HFI, two weeks apart to account for intra-monthly variability. Demographic information was entered into Statistical Package for the Social Sciences [SPSS] while HFI data were coded and categorized in Microsoft Excel. Results included all 11 mothers participated in at least two different federal food assistance programs, stated they face challenges grocery shopping, and seven households were food insecure. Fresh vegetables were slightly more common in households than fresh fruits, and canned, frozen, and packaged fruits (especially fruit juice), vegetables, and legumes, were more prevalent than fresh forms. Cheese was the most popular form of dairy, and most was full fat. The majority of protein was red meat or breakfast meat including bacon and sausage. Whole grain was less common than white, refined grain products. There was an abundance of pre-packaged, convenience food including chips, ice cream, cookies, and cakes. The results indicated that the HFI on two separate occasions was beneficial to explain variability among types and amounts of food items from one assessment to the next, especially among fresh fruits, fresh vegetables, and chicken. The lack of fresh fruits, vegetables, low-fat dairy options, lean meats, and whole grains in combination with copious sweetened, pre-packaged, high-fat food items form a diet associated with obesity and contradictive of the Dietary Guidelines. Possible barriers to obtaining healthier food options may include low or fluctuating income and federal assistance benefits, limited transportation, decreased storage space, infrequent grocery trips, or a lack of nutritional knowledge. Mothers and children in recovery could benefit from nutrition education and improved access to healthier food items. Future research should further investigate the barriers to obtaining fresh, healthy food items, as well as shifts in addiction from substance to food, food choice, disordered eating patterns, and subsequent weight and health issues to guide nutrition interventions for mothers and children in substance abuse recovery facilities. Â
Nutrition
Public health
Individual and family studies
Availability
Dietary guidelines
Food
HFI
Substance abuse
Using a Household Food Inventory to Assess Food Variety and Availability Among Mothers in Residential Substance Abuse Recovery Programs
Master's Thesis
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/21392021-03-03T20:57:22Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Escott-Stump, Sylvia
2009-12-11T19:44:28Z
2009-12-11T19:44:28Z
2006
Affiliate Dietetic Association Meetings. Philadelphia, PA.
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/2139
en_US
Conflict management
Assertiveness
TAG - YOU'RE IT! Conflict Management Skills
Presentation
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/39042021-03-03T20:52:30Zcom_10342_122com_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_124col_10342_39
London, Hilary
2012-05-20T15:26:45Z
2012-05-20T15:26:45Z
2012
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/3904
The objective of this study was to assess knowledge regarding the health effects and nutrient content of nuts and perceptions regarding benefits and barriers of nut intake among individuals over the age of 40 years. One hundred cross-sectional surveys were gathered from two sites in Greenville, NC. Eighty-five of the surveys collected met the inclusion criteria, Caucasian or African American ethnicity and above 40 years of age. The mean age of the participants was 63 and 77.6% were Caucasian, while the other 22.4% were African American.  About one-third of the participants were previously diagnosed with diabetes. Also, two-thirds of participants were previously diagnosed with some type of cardiovascular disease (CVD): heart disease (61.4%), heart attack (56.4%), angina (51.8%), and stroke (50.0%). Approximately 40% of individuals were not aware that nuts could help lower the risk for heart attacks or diabetes. Only about one-eighth of the participants were aware of the predominant fat found in nuts. Approximately 27% strongly agreed or agreed that their doctors had advised them to eat nuts most days of the week. However, 63% strongly agreed or agreed that they would consume nuts most days of the week if their doctor made these recommendations. Beliefs and perceptions were inadequate and knowledge levels were low. This indicates that current scientific evidence is not being conveyed to individuals with or at risk of CVD and/or diabetes. Education regarding health benefits of nuts provided by doctors and other healthcare professionals could help reduce CVD and/or diabetes incidences and mortalities. Â
Nutrition
Behavioral sciences
Beliefs
Cardiovascular
Diabetes
Knowledge
Nuts
Perceptions
Beliefs, Perceptions, and Knowledge Regarding the Benefits of Nut Intake
Master's Thesis
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/113962022-10-04T07:16:01Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Bayles, Jocelyn
Peterson, Amanda D.
Jilcott Pitts, Stephanie
Burkholder, Sarah
Stage, Virginia C.
Goodell, L. Suzanne
Hegde, Archana V.
Bian, Hui
2022-10-03T13:56:21Z
2022-10-03T13:56:21Z
2021-04
1499-4046
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/11396
10.1016/j.jneb.2020.10.017
en_US
food-based learning
fruits and vegetables
skin carotenoids
Food-Based Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) Learning Activities May Reduce Decline in Preschoolers’ Skin Carotenoid Status
Article
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/57152021-03-03T21:02:28Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
McArthur, Laura H.
Pawlak, Roman
2016-06-23T16:19:24Z
2016-06-23T16:19:24Z
2011-12
Nutrition Research and Practice; 5:6 p. 578-584
1976-1457
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/5715
pmc3259302
10.4162/nrp.2011.5.6.578
Compliance with food group and nutrient recommendations, and self-efficacy, stage of change, perceived barriers and benefits for healthy eating were assessed among a convenience sample of college students majoring in health-related disciplines. Dietary and psychosocial data were collected using three-day food records and scales, respectively. Means (SD), frequencies, and percents were calculated on all data, and logistic regressions were used to determine whether any of the psychosocial correlates predicted the stage of change for healthy eating. Noncompliance with food group recommendations ranged from 53% for the meat/meat alternates group to 93% for the vegetables/juice group, whereas noncompliance with nutrient recommendations ranged from 26% for cholesterol to 99% for potassium. A majority of students (57%) self-classified in the preaction and 40% in the action stages of change for eating healthy. The students' self-efficacy to eat healthy was highest in positive/social situations and lowest when experiencing emotional upset. The most important perceived barrier to healthy eating was that friends/roommates do not like to eat healthy foods, and the most important perceived benefit was that eating healthy foods provides the body with adequate nutrients. The difficult/inconvenient self-efficacy subscale predicted the stage of change for healthy eating. These students would benefit from interactive learning opportunities that teach how to purchase and prepare more whole grain foods, fruits, and vegetables, enhance their self-efficacy for making healthy food choices when experiencing negative emotions, and overcome perceived barriers to healthy eating.
College students
dietary recommendations
food choices
transtheoretical model
An Exploratory study of compliance with dietary recommendations among college students majoring in health-related disciplines: application of the transtheoretical model
Article
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/52162022-12-14T16:15:48Zcom_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_39
Peery, Annette
Firnhaber, Gina C.
Kolasa, Kathryn M.
2016-04-01T13:49:10Z
2016-04-01T13:49:10Z
2013-05
Peery, A., Firnhaber, G., & Kolasa, K. M. (2013). Evidence-based lifestyle strategies to improve health of shift workers. Nutrition Today, 48(3), 119-126.
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/5216
10.1097/NT.0b013e3182943ccf
An estimated 8-15 million Americans perform shift work that may encourage life style choices that negatively affect health. We present two patient cases elucidating some of the issues faced by shift workers and provide counseling strategies for changing dietary behaviors.
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Shift Work
Dietary Behaviors
Nutrition
Evidence-Based Lifestyle Strategies to Improve Health of Shift Workers
Article
oai:TheScholarship.intra.ecu.edu:10342/43342021-03-03T21:01:46Zcom_10342_122com_10342_107com_10342_73col_10342_124col_10342_39
Greaves, Maddison M.
2014-01-28T12:55:44Z
2016-05-11T21:42:04Z
2013
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/4334
Objective: To investigate caffeine consumption among law enforcement officers during day shifts (DAY) and night shifts (NIGHT); to assess the types of caffeine-containing products and the frequency of product intake during DAY and NIGHT; to identify relationships between caffeine products and selected demographic characteristics; to identify relationships between caffeine intake and job-related characteristics.; and to identify associative relationships between caffeine intake and perceived concentration level, caffeine side effects, and tobacco use.  Participants: Police officers (PO) and Sheriff Department Deputies (SDD) in a rural region in Eastern North Carolina. Useable sample of 75 (N = 75).  Methods: Anonymous, self-administered caffeine food-frequency questionnaires (FFQ; three for DAY, three for NIGHT) and demographic questionnaire. Nonparametric tests were used. The Wilcoxon signed rank test was used to compare related samples. Spearman's correlation was used to determine relationships between two samples. The Mann-Whitney U test was used to compare two independent samples. The Kruskal-Wallis test was used to compare more than two independent samples.  Results: Caffeine consumption was similar from DAY to NIGHT (225 + 227mg DAY; 252 + 232 mg NIGHT; p=0.891). Frequency of tea intake was greater during DAY (p=0.032). Greater caffeine consumption was found among (1) SDD versus PO; (2) expert officers (for night only); (3) lower concentration levels (for night only); (4) tobacco users; (5) those who experience caffeine side effects. In addition, younger officers consumed more energy drinks DAY and NIGHT.  Conclusions: It was found that certain job-related characteristics influence caffeine intake, but types of products used and frequency of intake tends to be the same regardless of shift or caffeine side effects. Energy drinks were found to be most popular among younger officers. Tobacco use and caffeine intake were found to have a correlate relationship. Caffeine may aid alertness, especially at night. Further  research is needed to assess other areas of shiftwork, more caffeine-containing products, especially energy drinks, and psychological or behavioral aspects of caffeine intake and product choice among shift workers. Limitations, gaps in the literature and implications are discussed. Â
Nutrition
Behavioral sciences
Demography
Caffeine
Caffeine intake
Law enforcement
Sheriff
Shiftwork
CAFFEINE INTAKE AMONG LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS PARTICIPATING IN SHIFT WORK
Master's Thesis
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Flanagan, Magen
2018-07-10T17:48:54Z
2018-07-10T17:48:54Z
2018-05-03
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/6842
Scleroderma is a rare and incurable autoimmune disease characterized by overproduction of collagen, which often leads to organ damage and sclerotic tissue. This health condition affects multiple organ systems and tissues, such as the skin and digestive system. In the United States, it is estimated that 300,000 people suffer from this disease. Being diagnosed with Scleroderma is life changing and often results in feelings of helplessness and depression. Although there is no cure for this disease at this time, those with Scleroderma can slow the disease progression or even achieve a state of remission. For many, the internet is one of the first resources used to gather information regarding a medical diagnosis and disease management. However, online resources for Scleroderma patients are scarce and information regarding lifestyle modification is virtually non-existent. Nutritional counseling with Registered Dietitians (RD) has been shown to improve health outcomes in Scleroderma patients. Unfortunately, people with Scleroderma are rarely referred to RDs for nutritional consultations, which are not covered by medical insurance.
Sclerodermadefiance.com is a free, comprehensive, online resource. It is designed to provide information that will help patients to manage Scleroderma symptoms. The goal is to help Sclerodermadefiance.com users improve health and nutritional status by making this comprehensive online research available free of charge.
Free Resource
Scleroderma Self-Management
Website
Scleroderma Defiance: A Practical, Educational and Free Guide for Self-Management of Scleroderma
Honors Creative Endeavor
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Horton, Sarah
2015-05-06T13:38:19Z
2015-05-06T13:38:19Z
2015
Horton, Sarah. (2015). Relationship between symptoms of muscle dysmorphia and body composition in high volume weightlifters. Unpublished manuscript, Honors College, East Carolina University, Greenville, N.C.
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/4809
Muscle dysmorphia is characterized by exercise-obsessed individuals who fixate on obtaining a perfect physique, and is often accompanied by extreme feelings of inadequacy. This project aims to determine the relationship between the body composition and body perception among college-aged weightlifters. Subjects completed behavioral questionnaires and underwent anthropometric body composition measurements. It is expected that individuals who show traits of muscle dysmorphia will have higher muscle mass and lower adipose mass compared to those who do not display disordered body perceptions. This study will allow for more accurate identification of individuals at high risk of developing muscle dysmorphia.
Weightlifting
Bodybuilding
Body image
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SYMPTOMS OF MUSCLE DYSMORPHIA AND BODY COMPOSITION IN HIGH VOLUME WEIGHTLIFTERS
Honors Project
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Wood, Deidra
2016-08-25T21:18:40Z
2016-08-25T21:18:40Z
2016-07-25
http://hdl.handle.net/10342/5915
Older adults are striving to maintain their quality of life as chronic disease is frequently occurring among this rapidly growing population group. Independent-living older adult residents of Continuing Care Retirement Communities are provided meal plans allowing selective dietary decision-making that may be influenced by food labeling reading habits or diagnosis of chronic disease related to diet. Research regarding knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions toward food labeling and knowledge of diet-disease relationships is lacking among this population. A mixed method approach was used in this research study to explore food label practice and knowledge of diet-disease relationships as a minimally explored topic within the population, the older adult demographic. The research sought to determine the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of food label use and knowledge toward diet-disease relationships of independent-living older adults residing in two Continuing Care Retirement Communities. This research was conducted in two phases, a quantitative survey and qualitative focus groups, using a convenience sample of older adults residents (n=131) at two Continuing Care Retirement Communities in North Carolina. All participants completed the quantitative survey and were invited to participate in the focus group to further explore their beliefs towards the topics addressed in the survey. A total of 10 residents participated in the focus groups. For the quantitative data analysis, descriptive statistics, t-tests, and Fisher's exact tests were conducted with p-value set at 0.05. Focus group data from the qualitative phase were transcribed, coded, and refined into five major themes. All participants were [greater-than or equal to] 65 years, 50% over the age of 84. The majority of participants were Caucasian (99%) and female (79%). The results of food label practice revealed that although participants could be identified as the typical food label user with frequent use (86%) and high label knowledge (70%), they typically felt indifferent toward labeling without regards to personal health benefits. Regarding the diet-disease relationship component, this study revealed and confirmed that participants were aware of dietary habits that promoted health, but may not have necessarily wanted to change their dietary habits because they thought the diagnosis of a disease was indicative of a genetic predisposition and unrelated to diet. Further exploration with non-independent living older adult population groups from continuing care retirement communities may provide additional comprehension of the practices of food label use for the field of nutrition and dietetics, and older adult research. Dietetic practitioners may benefit from further research within the older adult population about their knowledge and beliefs regarding diet-disease relationships. Such insight may increase the effectiveness of nutrition professionals working with the older adult population to promote healthy aging.
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Older Adults
Nutrition
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Independent Living Continuing Care Retirement Community Residents on Food Labeling and Knowledge of Diet-Disease Relationships
Master's Thesis