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Loved this article! While the nutritional value of the food we pack for the beach or a picnic is important, as healthcare providers, cleanliness should also be just as important. We don't need any sickness that could be avoidable. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
April 23, 2025 at 10:12 PM
As a future US tech, understanding nutrition helps me recognize how diet impacts the body, like fatty liver or vascular issues on scans. My knowledge will support patient care and communication with the healthcare team, even if I'm not giving direct nutrition advice. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
April 23, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Speaking of finals, I found this post and thought it could be beneficial to share. Caffeine intake during finals can be at an all-time high but can also cause you to get the jitters. Maybe try some of these alternatives this year and see what they do for you! #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
April 17, 2025 at 10:22 PM
During finals I make sure to include eggs in my breakfast, as they are simple but beneficial. Also, I try to keep a full thing of water beside me while I study. I am a person who loves to have something to sip on and water is a better alternative to energy drinks. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
April 17, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Connecting to lecture today, more knowledge and research on maternal eating patterns and pre-pregnancy body mass index can be so beneficial as low birth weight is the 2nd leading causes of infant death in the US. Women and babies deserve better! #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
On #WorldHealthDay, WHO launches Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures—a year-long push to end preventable maternal & newborn deaths. Every woman & baby deserves care, support & a chance to thrive. #MaternalHealth www.paho.org/en/events/wo...
April 7, 2025 at 4:44 PM
I would give this article! It is published by the CDC which is a government agency known for providing accurate and evidence-based information. While being reliable, it is also easy to read and gives direct access to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
Childhood Nutrition Facts
Healthy eating in childhood and adolescence promotes proper growth and development.
www.cdc.gov
April 7, 2025 at 4:37 PM
"Sneaky junk food in disguise" reminds me a lot about the NYT activity and how a lot of products you'd originally think weren't all that processed ended up being ultraprocessed. Salad dressings can definitely fool you, along with whole wheat breads. Read food labels! #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
Salads can be super healthy, or sneaky junk food in disguise. Creamy dressings, fried toppings & sugary add-ons = calorie bombs. Go for dark greens, grilled protein, fresh veggies, and healthy fats. Build smart, eat fresh! #Salads #nnm www.webmd.com/diet/ss/slid...
The Healthiest (and Worst-for-You) Salads
Some salads are loaded with nutrition, while others serve up more fat than a cheeseburger. WebMD's slideshow will help you know which ones you should choose -- and which ones to avoid.
www.webmd.com
March 31, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Tom's reluctance to return to the doctors after feeling ashamed reminds us that compassion matters in healthcare. If his doctor guided him to making healthy change feel achievable rather than shaming him, maybe he wouldn't have become diabetic nor have very high BP. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
March 31, 2025 at 4:45 PM
The second part of this post relates to this week's lecture on how low-income communities have higher rates of obesity due to their lack of resources and their overall neglect by the government. Maybe if they had easier access to these things, we'd see a change. #beh353
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March 24, 2025 at 4:50 PM
The fact that food consumed at school represents 40-50% of children's daily caloric intake and school lunches do not meet the USDA standards for healthy school meals was shocking. I hope to be able to pack my kids nutritional lunches in the future, knowing this fact. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
March 24, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Love this post! Eating healthy does not mean you have to follow a strict, specific diet. We should listen to our bodies because healthy eating looks different for everyone. A balanced, non-restrictive, personal diet is the best one... no matter the name. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
We love to give diets a name; people love to create communities around them. People form factions to advocate for and against them. Quite often, this does more to harm than help.
March 18, 2025 at 9:04 PM
A barrier I relate to is "preferred taste for unhealthy food." I am a picky eater, so chicken fingers sound better to me than a kale/quinoa salad. Unhealthy food seems to fill me up more too, I find myself still hungry after a snack of carrots over a small bag of chips. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
March 18, 2025 at 8:57 PM
You might be able to replace your supplements by adding chia seeds to your diet, as they are "nutrient-dense, serving up plenty of fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and micronutrients like calcium, magnesium, and iron." Great article! #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
March 10, 2025 at 7:00 PM
This article really dives into the labeling of supplements (why its important and how to make it marketable at the same time as hitting all the FDA requirements) and gives so many examples as well! #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
Dietary & Nutritional Health Supplement Label Design
kexconsulting.com
March 10, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Love this post! It reminds me of the comment in the lecture last week that stated, "Every diet works in the short term, nothing works forever." Living a healthier lifestyle is not about restriction but rather forming an attainable goal you can stick to for the long haul. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
There is no “one right way” to eat. Healthy eating is not about being perfect for a day or a few months. Your lifestyle will always be a work in progress. Consequently, making dietary changes is something you commit to for the rest of your life.
Consumer | Family
Every week there is some new food myth to contend with.  Whether you see or hear it on television, radio, magazine covers or a social media feed, it can lead to confusion. "Influencers" who offer nut...
rustnutrition.com
February 24, 2025 at 3:44 PM
This article discusses America's fascination with high-protein diets and how they are promoted for weight loss and muscle gain. The article is high quality because it includes expert opinions and has a balanced discussion of both benefits and risks of high-protein diet #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
Should You Eat More Protein?
Here's what experts say about increasing your intake.
time.com
February 24, 2025 at 3:33 PM
It was cool to hear another outside perspective on the Mediterranean Diet that was discussed in the lecture. I feel all these diets have hidden themes, and its important to call them out and avoid misinformation spreading!
#Ep3 of #Cooked for #ScienceFriction is out today.

You've probably heard of the Mediterranean diet, but you probably haven't heard this story about it!

Looking forward to hearing what you think!

#podcast #science #datadetective

Feat. @gidmk.bsky.social & @emantzioris.bsky.social
February 19, 2025 at 1:41 AM
I researched the Zone diet, which involves eating 40 percent carbohydrates, 30 percent protein, and 30 percent fat to reduce diet-induced inflammation. Fun fact: this fad diet was tried and supported by actress Jennifer Aniston (she also incorporates IF). #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
February 19, 2025 at 1:29 AM
I have never heard of the term "pulses" to group beans, lentils, and peas, so that is fun to learn! Since they are low-fat, they can be a more nutrient-dense option to add to your meal by replacing certain meats. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353
Pulses include beans, lentils, and peas. They're inexpensive, low-fat sources of protein and fiber. A pulse is an edible seed that grows in a pod. Nature's nutritious seeds. @FAO #WorldPulsesDay #Pulses #lovepulses #lentils #legumes @FAOKnowledge dietitians-online.blogspot.com/2025/02/puls...
February 13, 2025 at 2:52 AM
Something I do to make my meals more nutrient dense is swapping out the rich, thick salad dressings for regular olive oil. Similarly, when I want a wrap and/or toast, I have started to pick the whole wheat option rather than the white bread to be more nutrient dense. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353
February 13, 2025 at 2:44 AM
The 24hr recall was eye-opening. I tend to have a negative view on my eating habits, but this made me feel better. I realized I am not a big snacker and I tend to listen to my body and stop eating if I feel satisfied/full (rather than finishing everything on the plate). #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
February 3, 2025 at 7:16 PM
This really made me think of the things Emma was highlighting in her part of the lecture. Working with your patient by discussing what works best for them and how much they are willing to change their diet/habits is so important for good patient care and outcomes. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
Patient centered care is not, “I’m the expert so let me advocate for you for what I think should happen.”

Patient centered care is, “Here are your options, expected potential outcomes, risks/benefits. What do you think works best for you?”
February 3, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Americans need to focus more on fiber intake and less on protein intake. Fiber, for example, an apple, is very filling and can help reduce cholesterol! I will be looking to add more fiber to my diet and trying to hit the 30g recommendation. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
A #high-fiber diet reduces harmful #bacteria in the gut and supports good gut bacteria, that produce beneficial compounds like short-chain fatty acids. Since most Americans don’t meet the daily #fiber recommendation of 30 grams, fiber is truly a nutrient of concern. www.healthday.com/health-news/...
High-Fiber Diets Linked to Gut Health & Fewer Harmful Bacteria
WEDNESDAY, Jan. 22, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- Could eating more fiber be the key to a healthier gut? Research suggests the answer is yes.The findings, published
www.healthday.com
January 27, 2025 at 11:24 PM
A fun fact I learned from the lecture was that glucose (which we get from carbohydrates) is the only nutrient molecule that passes the blood-brain barrier. Even though they have a bad reputation, carbohydrates are our brain food. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
January 27, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Social media influencers have their followers fall into propaganda a lot when posting about dietary supplements (Bloom), meal planning, and the nutritional value of certain foods. Opinions/anecdotes have weak evidence, which is essentially what they are providing. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353
The sheer speed at which people hit a like button or make one-word affirmation comments in response to posts with articles linking to misinformation or propaganda, that they neither read, or question, (ie look up one other source), is astonishing.
January 23, 2025 at 2:38 AM