Abstract
The dual burden of malnutrition (obesity or a non-communicable disease coupled with malnutrition) is prevalent in more than half of all malnourished households that reside in the US. Non-profit organizations should make a conscientious effort to not serve products high in sugar and saturated fat, and low in fiber. Instead, they should diligently serve nutrient-dense foods rich in produce, whole grains and omega 3 fatty acids to minimize health disparities prevalent in LSES households. Nonprofit organizations have the potential to decrease health disparities nationally by feeding health sustaining products such as whole grains, fresh produce and lean proteins. This commentary lists feasible options for organizations to serve healthier options and reduce health disparities such as implementing nutrition policies, capitalizing on donations and securing partnerships.
| Original language | English (US) |
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| Pages (from-to) | 294-297 |
| Number of pages | 4 |
| Journal | Preventive Medicine Reports |
| Volume | 12 |
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| State | Published - Dec 1 2018 |
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- Health Informatics
- Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health
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The dual burden of malnutrition in the United States and the role of non-profit organizations. / Shifler Bowers, Kara; Francis, Erica; Kraschnewski, Jennifer.
In: Preventive Medicine Reports, Vol. 12, 01.12.2018, p. 294-297.Research output: Contribution to journal › Comment/debate
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T1 - The dual burden of malnutrition in the United States and the role of non-profit organizations
AU - Shifler Bowers, Kara
AU - Francis, Erica
AU - Kraschnewski, Jennifer
PY - 2018/12/1
Y1 - 2018/12/1
N2 - The dual burden of malnutrition (obesity or a non-communicable disease coupled with malnutrition) is prevalent in more than half of all malnourished households that reside in the US. Non-profit organizations should make a conscientious effort to not serve products high in sugar and saturated fat, and low in fiber. Instead, they should diligently serve nutrient-dense foods rich in produce, whole grains and omega 3 fatty acids to minimize health disparities prevalent in LSES households. Nonprofit organizations have the potential to decrease health disparities nationally by feeding health sustaining products such as whole grains, fresh produce and lean proteins. This commentary lists feasible options for organizations to serve healthier options and reduce health disparities such as implementing nutrition policies, capitalizing on donations and securing partnerships.
AB - The dual burden of malnutrition (obesity or a non-communicable disease coupled with malnutrition) is prevalent in more than half of all malnourished households that reside in the US. Non-profit organizations should make a conscientious effort to not serve products high in sugar and saturated fat, and low in fiber. Instead, they should diligently serve nutrient-dense foods rich in produce, whole grains and omega 3 fatty acids to minimize health disparities prevalent in LSES households. Nonprofit organizations have the potential to decrease health disparities nationally by feeding health sustaining products such as whole grains, fresh produce and lean proteins. This commentary lists feasible options for organizations to serve healthier options and reduce health disparities such as implementing nutrition policies, capitalizing on donations and securing partnerships.
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JO - Preventive Medicine Reports
JF - Preventive Medicine Reports
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