Behavior Change/Health Coaching
It’s National Nutrition Month!
Sponsored by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the 2022 theme for National Nutrition Month is “Celebrate a World of Flavors.” Using a “small steps” coaching structure, the Academy is rolling out just a few tips to practice each week with supportive information and resources.
Dining Alone and Heart Disease Risk
Older women, dining alone were 2.58 times more likely to have angina, a symptom of coronary artery disease.
Nicotine Withdrawal and Snacking
Researchers have added to the weight of evidence that there is a connection between nicotine withdrawal and poor eating habits.
5 Crucial Behavior Change Variables
Behavior change theories are used to explain what drives a person to make a change and keep at it. Five key variables seem to play the greatest roles.
How Sleep Improves Diet
Getting enough sleep is critical to performing our best. Now, a new study shows one more reason to prioritize it: sleep improves diet.
Reducing Our Food-Related Carbon Footprint
Researchers say these three changes can help Americans reduce the carbon footprint of their food purchases—without big dietary changes.
How COVID-19 Has Changed Eating Habits
Here’s a look at how eating habits have changed, what we can expect moving forward, and how we can support our health.
Halloween Candy: Making Mindful Choices
Mindfullness brings with it a plethora of health benefits. It’s a real treat! But can it help families when it comes to the influx of Halloween candy we all this time of year? Here are some tricks to help.
Smartphones and Poor Eating Habits
Is there a link between smartphones and poor eating habits? Teens who spend more than 2 hours/day on their phones are less likely to eat fruits and veggies.
Takeout Food and Life Span
Researchers found that people who frequently ate takeout food or meals prepared outside their home increased their risk of early mortality.
Eating Fast Linked to Higher BMI
In today’s fast-paced world, many are guilty of eating fast. But failing to slow down could be one reason why Americans are gaining weight.
Social Media Influence on Alcohol Consumption
Another strike against social media influence: Researchers found that time spent on social media increases alcohol consumption in youth.
Evening Chronotype and Diet
A connection exists between chronotype and diet. If you fall into the evening category, your preference may not bode well for your diet.
Question of the Month: Should We Treat Stress to Eat Better?
Pent-up angst could be another reason why so many people eat poorly, providing more proof that we should treat stress to eat better.
Overeating With Digital Distractions
Stuffing in food while doing something perceptually demanding makes it more difficult to notice fullness, potentially leading to overeating.
Preventing Picky Eaters
Want to get your kids to stop putting up a fuss when you give them broccoli? Try the repeated-exposure method on those picky eaters.
Social Jet Lag and Overeating
People who have different sleep patterns on the weekends than they do during the workweek may experience “social jet lag.”
A Healthy Kitchen Begins with Organization
A sure path to a healthy kitchen and better eating habits begins with organization. Try these simple strategies for Kondo-ing your kitchen.
Make Better Nutrition a Lifestyle
Strategies you can use to build confidence in your ability to sustain a healthy dietary change and make nutrition a lifestyle.
