Objective: The objective of our study was to design a meal delivery and exercise program for homebound older adults to optimize their functional independence. Methods: This article provides a transparent stepwise account of the development of a home-based meal delivery and exercise program, the use of home-based research procedures, preliminary…
Nonnutritive sweeteners (NNSs) and low-calorie sweeteners (LCSs) are commonly used as sugar substitutes. Many popular media Web sites caution against the use of these sweeteners because of their potential adverse effects such as inflammation; however, there are limited supporting data. A Medline search of articles published between 2010 and 2020…
Objectives: To assess the present use of dietary supplements among the Parkinson disease (PD) population and to determine which dietary supplements are most commonly taken.Methods: This cross-sectional study used an online questionnaire that was administered to individuals with PD via support group Web sites. Dietary supplement users also were asked…
Objectives: To better understand the disproportionate burdens from cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes mellitus, stroke, and other chronic conditions related to energy balance, we studied diet and physical activity patterns in younger and older adults in rural Appalachia by using a nonclinical, cross-sectional, community-based sampling approach.Methods: A total of 651 younger…
Objective: To confirm the previously reported increased risk of leukemia among macrosomic children (those with birth weight >4 kg). Methods: Birth certificates of Arizona, Illinois, and Kentucky children diagnosed as having acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) before age 5 years were matched with birth certificates from leukemia-free children of the same…
Objectives: The proportion of food consumed by children from restaurants tripled during the last 4 decades and that coincided with the increased rate of obesity. Despite the presence of data linking quick-service (QS) food consumption to poor diet quality, studies comparing the nutrition content of the children’s menu items at…
Abstract: Rapid increases in childhood obesity reflect widespread changes in diet and physical activity, which are of significant concern because obesity increases a child’s risk for negative health outcomes and frequently creates a pathway to adult obesity. Diet and nutrition play a key role in maintaining energy balance and preventing…
Nonvariceal upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage is a common cause for admission to the intensive care unit. Most patients are prohibited from oral or enteral feeding for 72 hours despite different risks for rebleeding. Fasting is believed to improve the ability to control intragastric pH, stabilize clots, and reduce the risk of…
Objectives: Juice is a common component of a child’s diet. Excessive juice consumption may lead to adverse nutritional and dental outcomes. The objective of the study was to evaluate consumption patterns and parental perception regarding juice in a sample of children from families participating or not participating in Women, Infants,…
Purpose:The use of nutrition and hydration in the terminally ill had been considered normal supportive measures until recently. Currently, many institutions, health care personnel and family members hold that nutrition and hydration are extraordinary measures that may be terminated.Methods:A case is offered to discuss the ruling by traditional Jewish law…
Chronic inflammation is becoming an important risk factor to identify in regard to inhibiting disease onset and its progression. Nutritional science attempted to improve health by manipulating fats so that we could consume “healthy” nonsaturated fats while simultaneously allowing foods to have a longer shelf-life. However, despite our good intentions,…
Objectives: Eighty percent of older adults have at least one chronic disease. Most conditions could be improved with nutritional intervention. This scientific study assessed physician and patient knowledge of, and behaviors about nutrition, resulting in tools to guide physicians in nutrition management of chronic diseases. Methods: Surveys were conducted of…
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