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[esen @esen0320]

i’ve learned a lot throughout this semester. my goal as a PA will be to educate patients and families to the best of my ability while knowing my knowledge limits. i will provide them with resources to give further info if i do not know the correct answer @beh353 #beh353

[esen @esen0320]

@Faithfullfittt @beh353 i really like this idea of farm to preschool. it is a great way for children to learn and try different foods. it will also be fun for them creating a healthy relationship like you mentioned!@beh353 #beh353

[esen @esen0320]

this was an interesting thread. i know a lot of my family members try the keto diet and it rarely works out how they want it too. @beh353 #beh353

[Tamar Haspel @TamarHaspel]

Is low-carb (or keto) a fad diet?

I'm gonna say yes, and here's why.

But first, I want to be clear that I think those diets are TOTALLY FINE. They help a lot of people be the weight they want to be.

But they're still fad diets.

A short 🧵

[esen @esen0320]

@achen4206 @beh353 i really like this article and how it promotes a healthy relationship with food. it also has links to some other sources that seem helpful. @beh353 #beh353

[esen @esen0320]

i really like this article and think it’s gives great information about nutrition for parents regarding children’s nutrition. it is pretty easy to read too. @beh353 #beh353

[Sandra Frank, EdD, RDN, FAND @DietitianOnline]

How Does Nutrition Affect Your Child in The Classroom! Candida Wadsworth M. Ed.
https://t.co/znRXRKYHii

[esen @esen0320]

this article relates to what we have learned about fad diets and the fad diet project we did for class. @beh353 #beh353

[esen @esen0320]

this article talks about how many adults overestimate the healthiness do their diets. while this is common it can lead to further frustrations among adults trying to follow a healthier diet. @beh353 #beh353

[Dr. David L. Katz @DrDavidKatz]

Many US adults misjudge the quality of their diets, study finds https://t.co/pKjbqSCrot

-well...maybe people shouldn't have to guess! @myDietID @ACLifeMed

[esen @esen0320]

@achen4206 @beh353 i also found it shocking that healthcare professionals thought it was a good method to fat shame someone. a healthcare provider is supposed to be some ppl trust and go to with concerns not to be bullied and belittled. @beh353 #beh353

[esen @esen0320]

i was surprised to read that losing 3% of body weight slows down metabolism and causes a blast of hunger hormones which is why it is hard for people to keep the weight they lost off. @beh353 #beh353

[esen @esen0320]

@taline261 @beh353 hi taline! i tweeted something similar and completely agree. i believe it is very important to be aware of other factors that contribute to obesity and to make sure you are always kind and respectful. @beh353 #beh353

[esen @esen0320]

obesity can be caused by different hormonal imbalances, a defect in the leptin gene and many other factors. it is important to not make assumptions about people and to always be kind as there may be underlying issues as to why someone is overweight. @beh353 #beh353

[esen @esen0320]

@annekit3 @beh353 hi anne! i also lack the time to prepare meals due to my busy schedule. it’s really difficult to find the time to shop for healthy food or even have the time to cook it when other foods like pizza or mac&cheese are quicker to make. @beh353 #beh353

[esen @esen0320]

this article talks about the relationship between stress & eating habits. ppl eat more or less depending on how they respond to stress. cortisol is released & the brain thinks it needs to fuel body for a fight so you will crave sugar, salt, and fatty foods. @beh353 #beh353

[Sandra Frank, EdD, RDN, FAND @DietitianOnline]

How Stress Can Make You Eat More — Or Not at All. Major anxiety can have a major effect on your food consumption. https://t.co/AcN9dwkTYj

[esen @esen0320]

one of the barriers discussed in the article was time to plan, shop, prepare etc. i find it hard to make time to shop and prepare healthier foods because my days tend to be hectic and by the time i am able to shop or prepare it is late at night. @beh353 #beh353

[esen @esen0320]

i love anything with pumpkin and it is great to know that it is a good source of vitamin A and fiber!! @beh353 #beh353

[esen @esen0320]

@achen4206 @beh353 i think it’s a good idea to take calcium supplements if you do not get a good amount of calcium from your diet. calcium is important for bone health as well as vitamin D like you mentioned! @beh353 #beh353

[esen @esen0320]

my friend takes these melatonin gummies and i am surprised by how much l-theanine is in them. it is an amino acid that is said to reduce anxiety, stress and insomnia which makes sense why it would be in melatonin. @beh353 #beh353

[esen @esen0320]

this article talks about what whole grains are, why they are good to eat and how to how to incorporate them into meals. they suggest starting with breakfast and eating whole grain cereal, oats etc. @beh353 #beh353

[esen @esen0320]

@Vdas707 @beh353 i like this article especially for the meal planning section. i try to meal plan the best i can and i do find it very helpful! i think patients may benefit from meal planning and knowing what they plan to eat to make it easier to incorporate a variety of food. @beh353 #beh353

[esen @esen0320]

I recommend this article to share with patients. article mentions how food can affect overall health. it provides examples of medical issues and what foods could help. the article quotes credible sources and provides lots of evidence @beh353 #beh353 https://t.co/hymppWFh1O