This study examined the extent to which food insecurity questions and the standard poverty measure were correlated with various dietary and physiologic outcomes. It used the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey III, which between 1994-98 collected dietary recall information, surveyed respondents, and analyzed blood samples.…

Conclusion of a continued article. (RL)

Results from a study based in the area of clinical dietetics could be adapted for use in other health occupations involved in the delivery of client-mediated care, and should contribute to an understanding of changing curriculum objectives resulting from changing clinical practice and provide a dynamic base for curriculum improvement. (SA)

Discusses some possible solutions to the problem of hunger and malnutrition in the world. Suggested new approaches include (1) new cereal food products, (2) water plants as food sources, and (3) the use of microorganisms as a source of high protein materials. (LC)

Methods of successful weight loss and factors affecting dieting are discussed. Eating hints are given with the characteristics of an exercise program which has cumulative effects on weight loss. (CM)

Discusses various nutrition and fitness computer programs. Includes guidelines for selecting diet and exercise software and an annotated list of 19 programs which are currently available. Program name, source, current cost, and information about the program (such as level, educational/noneducational program, type of computer needed) are provided…

Part 1 of this evaluation of dietary supplements and health aids (SE 533 788) focused on various therapeutic claims made for vitamins and minerals. This part examines health-promoting claims made for selected macronutrients and fiber. Macronutrients examined include selected proteins, amino acids, enzymes, carbohydrates, and lipids. (JN)

Describes 16 mutagens/carcinogens found in plant food and coffee as well as several anticarcinogens also found in such food. Speculates on relevant biochemical mechanisms, particularly the role of oxygen radicals and their inhibitors in the fat/cancer relationship, promotion, anticarcinogenesis, and aging. (JN)

Presents a method for the documentation, quantification, and analysis of individual food belief systems based on a repertory grid instrument. Results of six case studies illustrate the method. Suggests potential use in research and evaluation applications. (Author/DS)

Feelings and behavior can be partially affected by the nutritional state. This article suggests that counselors attend to the eating habits of their clients. (Author)

Athletes can achieve their full potential and develop good eating habits for the future through proper diet and weight control. The basics of nutrition are as important as the basic skills of the sports in which athletes participate. (CJ)