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A team of researchers in the United States and Canada have developed an approach to help low-income children lose weight by reducing television viewing time, increasing sleep time, and encouraging families to eat together at consistent times. This is the first home based intervention that...
It's so important to teach kids healthy habits while they are young too!Â
Coconut oil is extremely medicinal. It is antifungal, antiparasitic, and antiviral (DebMandal & Mandal, 2011). What if we started using it in hospitals for itâs wide functional ability? In World War II, coconut water was taken from the nuts and was given intravenously to the ill or wounded inâŠ
I didnât know that it was medicinal- thatâs really cool! I have been trying to substitute coconut oil in some of my recipes as it is an extremely healthy fat. Thatâs a great idea- they should use it in hospitals! I enjoyed reading your blog!
I love coconut oil! I haven't looked too far into it though, but have heard that many veggie oils are better than coconut oil. Coconut butter however is supposed to be even better, as it still has all of the components, not just the oil pulled. Whole foods are always better than the alternative!Â
Here is an article I copied from the World Health Organization on factors that increase and potentially decrease elderly malnutrition. Read the full three page article here: http://www.who.int/nutrition/topics/ageing/en/index1.html
Malnutrition and older persons
Many of the diseases suffered...
I have such a big spot in my heart for the elderly. It kills me to think about them suffering, especially from another one of my favorite things.. FOOD!
Access to supermarkets and fruit and vegetable consumption were examined in a cross-sectional study in the Barnsley area of South Yorkshire in England. The study was based on the hypothesis that âfood desertsâ, or areas of lower-income where access to affordable healthy food is limited, contribute...
Pretty interesting! You'd think there would be a bigger impact!
Ancient Chinese Medicine for Dummies
One of the first cultures to cling to holistic medicine was China. Ancient Chinese medicine has become almost a poster child for holistic health. As I talked about in another post, one method of balancing health is examining yin and yang (or hot and cold) levels and balancing those with the opposite foods. Though this is one way, there are multiple techniques to examine and fix oneâs health with ancient Chinese methods. Some diagnostic techniques used in this area include observation (wang), hearing and smelling (wen), asking about background/environment (wen), touching (qie). One aspect of touching involves taking a patients pulse, which is a very important diagnostic technique also used in western medicine.
One major theory is often called the meridian system, and is described as an energy âhighwayâ in the body. Qi (pronounced chee), or âbreathâ, âlife forceâ, or âspiritual energyâ flows along this highway in order to reach all parts of the body. This is the same way that blood and other body fluids move. This concept is different from the circulatory system, though in that it is not a structure, but is meant to be understood as a process or concept. Each channel has a yin structure matched by a yang structure. Acupuncture is based on the meridian flow in the body. Another major theory is the zang-fu organ theory. The zang organs are the âsolidâ organs and each has a fu or âhollowâ organ that corresponds. Some zang-fu organ pairs include the liver/ gall bladder, the heart/ small intestine, the spleen/ stomach, the lungs/ large intestine, and the kidney/ bladder.
The third major theory consists of six confirmations. The 6 qi were split into 3 yang qi and 3 yin qi. Though once thought of as 6 cosmic influences, they have turned into the six stages of qi transformation in the body, and can be used as a diagnostic tool. The six stages include wind, heat, damp, fire, dryness, and cold. These qi are meant to represent the pattern of changing cosmos on earth, or within the body. Many cultures relate this cosmic pattern to things on earth.
A study was conducted over several years on the impact of a farmersâ market on food prices and availability in a food desert. The study was conducted in Old East, a low-income, inner-city neighborhood designated as a food desert in London, Ontario, Canada. The only access to food in this...
I like to think that farmer's markets can have a big impact in many ways!
Medicine falling short
 In recent years, it has come to light that doctors receive little to no training in the area of nutrition. This is very different than those practicing holistic nutrition. It seems very backward that doctors in this day and age, or any day and age for that matter, are not trained in an area that is so vital to our health. Growing obesity rates would mean that more and more doctors are receiving patients with weight problems and the number of health problems associated with that weight, malnutrition, or the lifestyle that lead to it.
As we talked about in class, there is a prescription program for vegetables that was started in Connecticut. This is an excellent example of how doctors can prove much more helpful to their patients when they are incorporating healthy eating practices. Though any doctor can tell you to eat well, without proper training they are very limited in the advice they can give.
Anyone with training in the area of nutrition knows the huge impact that diet has on overall health. The addition of nutritional training for medical doctors would allow the health care system to shift more toward preventative health, because we all know how much food can affect different health conditions. Not only would this shift toward preventative health benefit everyone as a whole and individually, but proper nutrition can be very beneficial in treating the symptoms of existing conditions or preventing relapse.
Though I may be biased, as I am basing my entire education around nutrition, I have a hard time wrapping my mind around the fact that doctors are not utilizing nutrition information that is already available. After learning about the scientific studies that have been conducted and provided very shocking research on the benefits of proper nutrition. If doctors were more informed, they would be able to use that data in order to more thouroughly examine and treat each of the people that seek their help. Â
More than Meets the Eye
Holistic nutrition makes a point to study not just the foods we are eating, but a personâs mental health as well. We all know how periods in our life marked by stress, anxiety, fear, or any number of other negative emotions can be hard for our minds to handle. Not only can negative emotions cause this, but lack of sleep as well. A lack of sleep is hard on a body by itself, but when coupled with the negative emotions that are often associated with those in need of sleep, it can be disastrous. The link between sleep and our mood creates a vicious cycle, as negative feelings can cause lack of sleep, which can in turn cause negative feelings. Our bodies are also struggling to keep up during these times. Have you ever gotten sick after having a week or two of running around, trying to keep up, and feeling stressed and anxious? There are many stories as well of a personâs mental status determining their health. There are people in the hospital that should be doing alright, but have checked out mentally, and their bodies soon follow. We have also heard stories (although rare) about meditation alleviating symptoms in cancer patients, along with those suffering from other diseases. Some people even believe that cancer is caused by physiological stress over a long period of time. Though our bodies have a stress response for a reason, it was not designed to continue for long periods. âAccording to the American Psychological Associationâs latest stress survey, 66 percent of people regularly experience physical symptoms of stress, and 63 percent experience psychological symptoms.â These are all examples of our environment, mental state, or a combination of the two can cause adverse health effects. Americanâs are known for our fast-paced lifestyles, and these normally lead to the stress we should be avoiding. If we can understand this, maybe we can work toward discovering which things in our environment or our thoughts can help us to maintain or increase our health. As future professionals in the field of nutrition, it is a good idea to keep our minds open to more than the diet of our patients/clients. If we can take into account their environment and mental state, along with diet, we are more able to help them in leading healthier lifestyles. If this isnât what weâre working toward, what is?
Foods Doing the Dirty Work
 Holistic nutrition looks at the whole person, not just physical symptoms. Not only do they use information from people as a whole, but foods as a whole as well. There are many foods out there that are known to prevent, treat, or possibly cure health conditions. Supplements can be helpful as well, but whole foods have shown to be much more effective. Remember hearing that an apple a day can keep the doctor away? Apples contain polyphenols, which can also be found in cocoa, tea, and some berries. âPolyphenols protect cells and body chemicals against damage caused by free radicalsâreactive atoms that contribute to tissue damage in the body. For example, when low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol is oxidized, it can become glued to arteries and cause coronary heart disease.â Another antioxidant found in berries, is anthocyanin, and it essentially serves the same purpose. If someone really wanted to look out for their heart health, the omega 3s found in seafood, vegetable oils, beans, nuts, seeds, and some vegetables are also known to help prevent cardiovascular disease.
One of the dietary recommendations of Healthy People 2020 is to make half of our grain intake from whole grains. Refined grains are often stripped of many nutrients, such asfolic acid, selenium, and B vitamin, which can help prevent heart disease and diabetes. Dairy is another recommendation, because it supplies Calcium, protein, and Vitamin D, and when coupled with weight bearing exercise is known to help prevent osteoporosis.
These are just a few examples of disease fighting foods, but the list is endless. There are so many different nutrients, vitamins, and minerals that can be absorbed from whole foods. If only people would take more interest in making sure diets are properly balanced, and being attentive as to what our body needs, I can only imagine how health statistics in this and any other country would change drastically.
http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/features/10-amazing-disease-fighting-foods?page=3
Very often, when the word obesity is brought up, the image of an obese American sitting at a McDonalds comes to mind. This way of life has swept the U.S. Nation but at the same time it was sweeping other countries as well. The rise of the obesity epidemic seemed to begin almost concurrently in...
This is good information to spread, not only do other countries look down on us for obesity problems, but we give ourselves shit for it!Â
Nutrition Students Do It Best
 College is stressful! There are exams, papers, quizes, readings, all while trying to keep a job and a social life. As nutrition students, we may have an advantage over other students. Stress management is tough when the stresses keep coming, but we can use food to cope with and avoid stress. Using things we are learning in our nutrition classes can allow us to avoid foods that add to stress and
Many people feel that drinking coffee or alcohol, or smoking cigarettes calm their nerves. These things actually do the opposite. They cause anxiety or nervousness and may alter sleep schedules. A lack of proper sleep will cause higher levels of stress as well. Alcohol is slightly different though, as small amounts such as a glass of wine each day, have been shown to decrease stress levels.
Long-term stress can deplete many nutrient stores. As we know, there are many ways to fix this problem. A large issue in this is that not only does stress deplete nutrients, but already depleted nutrient stores can lead to stress. Knowing whether the chicken or the egg came first is not needed, as long as a proper diet is followed. Such easy solutions present themselves once we know what the body is lacking and then work foods in that contain these missing elements.
A good thing to avoid are items that have little nutritional value. Sugar should be avoided because it causes a short term boost in energy, leading to a harsh drop. Unbalanced blood sugars can not only lead to diabetes, but also irritability, a lack of concentration, depression, and STRESS! Foods rich in salt and fat can put a lot of stress on the body. This stress on the body reduces immune function, which stress already does. Whether stress helped to make you sick, or the sickness stressed you out, we just need to keep a variety in our diet and avoid the foods I mentioned above (along with some others), and we can have a much better college experience! Â
Rethinking Supplements
 Supplements are something that our culture has been exposed to heavily. They are not only something we have been exposed to, but something that most of us have taken at one point or another. They seem like a good alternative to eating a variety of foods when we are busy or if we don't know what we should be eating and vitamins seem like an easier route. Something to keep in mind, however, is that supplements aren't nearly as effective as whole foods.
Supplement do supply some vitamins or minerals needed by our body, but lack the complexity of whole foods. Whole foods provide a variety of micronutrients that would not necessarily be included in a supplement. Not only is your body receiving more nutrients, but they are often broken down when ingested the way nature intended, and more easily absorbed. Another key part of an ideal diet is fiber, which is something that can be found in whole foods, but would be lacking in supplements. Though there are many more things that can be found in whole foods, my last example will be the substances meant for protection. There are antibodies to help the immune system, and there are also phytochemicals, which can help prevent cancer.
Studies done on beta carotine supplement were meant to show that they would help in cancer prevention. The actual results ended up showing that the supplements showed an increase in mortality in those taking the supplements vs the placebo. Not all supplements show detrimental effects, though. There are groups of people that are recommended to take nutritional supplements. Expectant women, or those hoping to become pregnant are recommended to take supplements, along with people over/under a certain age. There are groups that show improvement from taking supplements, but the mindset of the entire population needing supplementation needs to change. Instead, we should be balancing our diets and obtaining the maximum nutrient utilization from whole foods. Â
In the past 3 years government has begun to fight food marketing and its impact on the drastic increase of childhood obesity. Multiple articles have been published about numerous senators proposing bills, acts, policies, and also writing letters to entertainment destinations, such as Nickelodeon...
I'm glad they've finally found something worth fighting for that isn't their paychecks! About time :)
Different Nutritional Views
Many people see Eastern and Western medicine, or Eastern and Western nutriiton as two opposing views on healing. The ideal route, however is to choose the middle path between the two. The reason Eastern thoughts can be confusing to us westerners and vice versa is largely due to a language gap. This confusion often leads to a disregard of the other's thoughts but there are strengths and weaknesses for both sides. We need to keep in mind that different is not synonymous with bad.
Westerners tend to think about food in terms of carbs, proteins, fats, vitamins and minerals. Thinking about food and nutrition leaves many people confused when eastern nutrition is thought of in terms of yin and yang (hot/cold or wet/dry) and the five phases. These phases are sweet, salty, acrid (or bad tasting/smelling), bitter, and sour. These terms are not only used to describe foods, but people as well. The art of ancient Chinese medicine focuses on balancing the yin and yang and/or the five phases within people.
In the breakdown of foods in western nutrition, it allows for greater understanding of nutrition, but it also allows for the thought that we can take each specific piece out of the food and it will still function normally. This does work to some degree, but it is not as effective as the whole food. Holistic nutrition has a very different thought pattern on this issue. In holistic nutrition, food is used as a whole to provide optimal benefits. Also, the person is looked at as a whole. Instead of focusing on the one issue at hand, a person's lifestyle is taken into account. Environment, mental state, and level of physical activity are all considered. One of the commonalities of holistic and other eastern nutrition views is that there is no single diet that will work for everyone. Western nutrition, however is catching up and is beginning to share this view as well. Â
http://exploreim.ucla.edu/nutrition/achieving-balance-through-the-art-of-eating-demystifying-eastern-nutrition-and-blending-it-with-western-nutrition/
