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Risk factors associated with predicting involuntary weight loss among elderly nursing home residents

Creator:: Satheannoppakao, Warapone
Abstract:: The purposes of this study were to investigate patterns and causes of weight loss among elderly long-term care residents and to examine the relationship between weight changes and the nursing home survival. The study was designed to accomplish five objectives: 1) to examine the rate and degree of the first...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Home Residents. Abstract approved^ -tr •——»> -f V^'ly* Mary M. Cluskey The purposes of this

Strategies for enhancing food intake of the elderly in long-term care facilities

Creator:: Kim, YongKyang
Abstract:: With increasing numbers ofpeople entering the geriatric years, long-term care facilities need to maximize nutrition services with decreasing malnutrition problem due to poor food intake. This research determines extent ofuse and perceived effectiveness of food intake enhancement strategies in long-term care. Obstacles to implementing strategies and training to teach staff...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: : .„..„.,,■ . ,, , . M Mary M. Cluskey With increasing numbers of people entering the geriatric years, long-term

Very high physical activity predicts higher diet quality in healthy young adults, as measured by the Healthy Eating Index 2005

Creator:: Johnson, Angela K.
Abstract:: Physical inactivity and unhealthful diet are major risk factors for noncommunicable diseases, and strategies worldwide now focus on improving diet and encouraging physical activity (PA). Participation in PA lowers the risk for numerous chronic diseases, while a healthful diet also offers resistance to disease. However, practicing both behaviors offers greater...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: 2005 Abstract approved: Mary M. Cluskey Physical inactivity and unhealthful diet are

A qualitative study of the dietary acculturation among long-term Hispanic immigrants

Creator:: Petersen, Rocio
Abstract:: The evolving United States demographics, evident from the most recent census, show a steady population growth for Hispanics. Research suggests that after immigrating to the United States, first-generation Hispanic populations seem vulnerable to weight gain and development of chronic disease. Many health professionals recognize the increased need for Spanish language...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: : ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Mary M. Cluskey The evolving United States demographics, evident from the most recent

Dietary acculturation among Oregon Latinos : factors affecting food choice

Creator:: Vanegas, Sarah Marie
Abstract:: This study sought to examine food choice motives and influences among Oregon Latinos to gain a greater understanding of their dietary acculturation. Previous studies relying principally on quantitative methods to assess the relationship between acculturation and diet have reported inconsistent results, though a general decline in diet quality is reported...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: : Mary M. Cluskey ABSTRACT This study sought to examine food choice motives and influences among

Posting point of sale nutrition information in a college dormitory food court : impact on students' food choice motives and venue sales

Creator:: Frasieur, Amy M.
Abstract:: As rates of obesity continue to rise in the United States, interest in restaurant menu labeling has become a growing phenomenon. Many proposed initiatives to require posted nutrition information at the point of sale or decision point for choosing restaurant fare are gaining attention. Research to explore how nutrition labeling...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Motives and Venue Sales Abstract approved: _______________________________________________ Mary M

Point of sale nutrition information in one college restaurant : impact on sales and perception of healthfulness

Creator:: Peacock, Sherice A.
Abstract:: An increased frequency of eating meals away from home, increasing portion sizes in foods and a lack of information about the nutrient content of restaurant foods may be important factors related to increases in obesity. Methods to improve the healthfulness of meals eaten away from home have been highly debated....
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Image-based dietary intake assessment ability of dietetic students and interns

Creator:: Howes, Erica M.
Abstract:: Image-based dietary intake assessment (IBDIA) is a new way by which the accuracy of dietary assessment can be improved through the use of digital images of food. The ability of nutrition and dietetics students and interns to accurately interpret images for diet intake assessment is currently unknown. An online survey...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: : Mary M. Cluskey Image-based dietary intake assessment (IBDIA) is a new way by which the accuracy

Firefighter’s perceptions of factors that influence healthy behaviors : a case study in Corvallis, Oregon

Creator:: Kipp, Kristin H.
Abstract:: Although firefighting is associated with a high level of physical health, heart attacks are the leading cause of deaths among firefighters. Research has identified factors that influence health behaviors in the general public, but little is known about this unique subset of the population. Since so little is known, this...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: : Mary M. Cluskey Although firefighting is associated with a high level of physical health, heart

Understanding health behavior influences of undergraduate students during college transition

Creator:: Hart, Kerry A.
Abstract:: As college students transition to life away from their parental home, the need to make independent decisions regarding their eating and exercise behaviors is evident. This life transition may be a critical period for establishment of long term behavior patterns with potential impact on health, disease and weight balance. This...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: : Mary M. Cluskey As college students transition to life away from their parental home, the need

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Risk factors associated with predicting involuntary weight loss among elderly nursing home residents

Strategies for enhancing food intake of the elderly in long-term care facilities

Very high physical activity predicts higher diet quality in healthy young adults, as measured by the Healthy Eating Index 2005

A qualitative study of the dietary acculturation among long-term Hispanic immigrants

Dietary acculturation among Oregon Latinos : factors affecting food choice

Posting point of sale nutrition information in a college dormitory food court : impact on students' food choice motives and venue sales

Point of sale nutrition information in one college restaurant : impact on sales and perception of healthfulness

Image-based dietary intake assessment ability of dietetic students and interns

Firefighter’s perceptions of factors that influence healthy behaviors : a case study in Corvallis, Oregon

Understanding health behavior influences of undergraduate students during college transition

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