Application of Medical Nutrition Therapy in a Classroom Setting

Project Scope: Students in the dietetics program need to critically apply medical nutrition therapy to patients with one or more disease conditions. This applied learning can be difficult to present in a classroom setting. It is the intent of this project to provide all dietetics students (didactic and dietitian education), in the medical nutrition therapy I course, with critical thinking examples on application of nutrition therapy. Primary goal: Develop/Identify two clinical case studies, incorporating information and concepts learned in the course (one or two topics), that could provide summative evaluation that eliminates the issue of students finding answers online. Identify an interactive software (ie. TurningPoint Technologies, Poll Everywhere ($) for self-assessment in a classroom setting where students would apply learned medical nutrition therapy concepts in a setting outside of supervised practice. Metrix for evaluating Interactive Software Show individual student Cost and how it is purchased Online Async method Online Sync Generate questions for self-assessment in a classroom settin

Resistance training with soy vs whey protein supplements in hyperlipidemic males

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Most individuals at risk for developing cardiovascular disease (CVD) can reduce risk factors through diet and exercise before resorting to drug treatment. The effect of a combination of resistance training with vegetable-based (soy) versus animal-based (whey) protein supplementation on CVD risk reduction has received little study. The study's purpose was to examine the effects of 12 weeks of resistance exercise training with soy versus whey protein supplementation on strength gains, body composition and serum lipid changes in overweight, hyperlipidemic men.</p> <p>Methods</p> <p>Twenty-eight overweight, male subjects (BMI 25–30) with serum cholesterol >200 mg/dl were randomly divided into 3 groups (placebo (n = 9), and soy (n = 9) or whey (n = 10) supplementation) and participated in supervised resistance training for 12 weeks. Supplements were provided in a double blind fashion.</p> <p>Results</p> <p>All 3 groups had significant gains in strength, averaging 47% in all major muscle groups and significant increases in fat free mass (2.6%), with no difference among groups. Percent body fat and waist-to-hip ratio decreased significantly in all 3 groups an average of 8% and 2%, respectively, with no difference among groups. Total serum cholesterol decreased significantly, again with no difference among groups.</p> <p>Conclusion</p> <p>Participation in a 12 week resistance exercise training program significantly increased strength and improved both body composition and serum cholesterol in overweight, hypercholesterolemic men with no added benefit from protein supplementation.</p

Predictors of 5-Year Change in Plasma 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH)D) Concentrations in Postmenopausal Women

Objective: Determine the predictors of 5-year change in (∆) 25(OH)D concentrations. Methods: Postmenopausal women in the Osteoporosis and Periodontal Disease Study (N=668) had 25(OH)D assessments at baseline (1997-2000) and 5-years (2002-2005). Baseline and ∆ dietary, lifestyle and health-related factors were tested as predictors using linear regression. Results: The mean increase in 25(OH)D was 7.7 nmol/L (SD=0.7, P\u3c0.001). Predictors explained 31% of the variance in ∆ 25(OH)D and included baseline 25(OH)D, baseline and ∆ vitamin D supplement intake and physical activity, ∆ season of blood draw, ∆ body mass index, ∆ whole body T-score, and baseline hormone use. Baseline 25(OH)D and ∆ vitamin D supplement intake explained the most variance (25%) in 25(OH)D. In exploratory analyses, there was a borderline significant interaction between baseline 25(OH)D and ∆ vitamin D after adjustment for predictors of ∆ 25(OH)D (P=0.063). The greatest increase in 25(OH)D (M=22.9 nmol/L, SD=16.8) occurred in women in the lowest tertile of baseline 25(OH)D who increased supplement intake from baseline to follow-up (M=400.6 IU/d, SD=240.7). Conclusions: Baseline 25(OH)D and ∆ vitamin D supplement intake were most predictive of increasing 25(OH)D. Increasing 25(OH)D through supplementation depends on initial 25(OH)

Health and Wellness Department hosted a career fair and panel discussion - part 4

On November 14th, 2016, the Health and Wellness Department hosted a career fair and panel discussion. Three key leaders in the WNY field of Health and Wellness spoke on the current state of the county and future employment areas. Six panelists that work in the Health and Wellness field were available to discuss their job positions along success tips required to acquire their current positions

Health and Wellness Department hosted a career fair and panel discussion - part 1

On November 14th, 2016, the Health and Wellness Department hosted a career fair and panel discussion. Three key leaders in the WNY field of Health and Wellness spoke on the current state of the county and future employment areas. Six panelists that work in the Health and Wellness field were available to discuss their job positions along success tips required to acquire their current positions

Health and Wellness Department hosted a career fair and panel discussion - part 3

On November 14th, 2016, the Health and Wellness Department hosted a career fair and panel discussion. Three key leaders in the WNY field of Health and Wellness spoke on the current state of the county and future employment areas. Six panelists that work in the Health and Wellness field were available to discuss their job positions along success tips required to acquire their current positions

Health and Wellness Department hosted a career fair and panel discussion - part 2

On November 14th, 2016, the Health and Wellness Department hosted a career fair and panel discussion. Three key leaders in the WNY field of Health and Wellness spoke on the current state of the county and future employment areas. Six panelists that work in the Health and Wellness field were available to discuss their job positions along success tips required to acquire their current positions

Title: Health & Wellness: Importance of Incorporating Wise Wellness Choices For Better Health

Carol DeNysschen,PhD., Chair & Professor, Health, Nutrition & Dietetics Department, SUNY Buffalo Stat