Publications by authors named "Kerrie Honrath"
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- College students face significant depression, anxiety, and stress, and the COVID-19 pandemic intensified these issues, highlighting the importance of diet and sleep for mental health.
- A study was conducted via online surveys to examine changes in diet and sleep patterns among college students during the initial COVID-19 lockdown.
- Results showed that most students reported stable diets and increased sleep, indicating resilience in maintaining healthy behaviors during stressful times.
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- Lower socioeconomic status (SES) adults in the U.S. have inadequate fruit and vegetable (F/V) intake, contributing to higher obesity rates.
- Nutrition education and F/V supplementation did not show significant differences in overall F/V intake, but individuals with advanced degrees saw improvements in fruit consumption.
- Future studies should identify specific challenges to increasing F/V intake and consider factors like total energy intake and expenditure.
Despite the benefits of fruit and vegetable consumption on weight and decreased risk for chronic disease, Americans' intake of fruits and vegetables is well below the recommended daily servings. While previous studies have assessed fruit and vegetable consumption and the influence of educational interventions on fruit and vegetable intake, no studies to date have examined the effects of nutrition education combined with provision of fruits and vegetables on changes in fruit and vegetable consumption among overweight and obese adults. The objectives of this study were to evaluate fruit and vegetable consumption patterns, including intake of antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables, provide education about benefits of consuming fruits and vegetables, expose participants to different varieties of fruits and vegetables, and improve fruit and vegetable consumption.
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