Library Materials - Cancer
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Handbook of Dairy Foods and Nutrition (2000) Gregory Miller, Judith Jarvis, and Lois McBean Presents the latest developments in “dairy products” research. It examines the role of dairy products in diets for cardiovascular health, regulating blood pressure, reducing colon cancer risk, and enhancing bone and oral health. Book
Handbook of Pediatric Nutrition (1999) Patricia Queen Samour, Kathy King Helm, and Carol Lang Reflects the state of the art in scientific knowledge regarding pediatric nutrition. It contains 26 chapters covering a wide range of topics, including nutrition counseling, botanicals, cancer, and AIDS. Book
Osteoporosis Prevention: Food and Fitness for Strong Bones (educational package) (1998) Lemon-aid Films, Inc This booklet is an educational supplement to the videotape. It contains a fact sheet defining osteoporosis and identifying risks and causes. It also contains a knowledge test with answers as well as a self assessment questionarre. It also provides tips for adding calcium and vitamin D to their diet and provides suggestions for weight bearing exercise. Book, Booklet
Osteoporosis Prevention: Food and Fitness for Strong Bones (1998) Liz Weiss, M.S., R.D. This is an informative video about osteoporosis. This video defines and explains osteoporosis as well as identifies the risks and causes. Diet, exercise, and drug therapy are all explained in prevention and management of this disease. Video
Present Knowledge in Nutrition; Eighth Edition (2001) Barbara A. Bowman and Robert M. Russell (editors) This text includes chapters on energy physiology, macronutrients, fat and water soluble vitamins, minerals and trace elements, and nutrition and the life cycle. It also includes chapters on physiology and pathophysiology and nutrition and chronic disease such as obesity, diabetes, and osteoporosis. International nutrition including food insecurity and hunger, and emerging issues in nutrition such as food safety are also discussed. The writing style is scientific and detailed. Book
Putting Knowledge to Work for a Healthier U University of Georgia This program endeavors to help individuals meet some of the Healthy People 2000 goals by developing life-long eating and activity patterns that reduces the incidence of obesity, heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, and other chronic diseases. Curriculum Design
Shopping for Women’s Health (1997) Family Experiences Productions Features tips on how to reduce the risk of osteoporosis and breast cancer by making smart choices at the supermarket, cutting fat, boosting fiber and health-enhancing phytochemicals. Video
Snacks - Homemade For Health (Cooking for Lower Cancer Risk) (2003) American Institute for Cancer Research This brochure tells readers how to snack for lower cancer risk and weight control. It explains why most commercial snack foods leave you feeling hungry for more. You'll find strategies for healthy snacking and simple ideas for low-fat snacks that contribute to the recommended 5 or more daily servings of fruits and vegetables. Includes 15 recipes for snacks such as Strawberry Kiwi Smoothie and Tomato and Red Pepper Dip. Brochure
Sports Nutrition Guidebook - 2nd Edition (1997) Nancy Clark Contains information about risk reduction for heart disease, cancer, osteoporosis, weight loss and being at peace with food; feeding an active family and how to perform better by fueling optimally before, during, and after exercise. Book
Staying Well - Teaching Tools for Older Adults (1997) Ohio Department of Aging, the Ohio Department of Health, the Ohio State University Extension and Ross Products Division of Abbott Laboratories Staying Well contains empowering lessons that address common medical conditions, dental health, drug issues, importance of dietary variety, alcohol, budgeting, socialization, weight gain or loss and overcoming obstacles to shopping, cooking and eating healthfully. It contains intervention activities for older adults complete with lesson plans, challenges, activities, promotional incentives, handouts and much more. Curriculum Design
Stopping Cancer Before it Starts (1999) American Institute for Cancer Research Presents simple changes in diet and lifestyle that can dramatically reduce cancer risk and can easily be incorporated into the daily routine. Book
Teens Eating for Energy & Nutrition Curriculum (2001) University of Minnesota School based behavioral intervention program for 7th & 8th Grade. Curriculum stresses cancer risk reduction focusing on increasing consumption of fruits and vegetables and low fat foods. Includes a video and audio tapes. Classroom activities include food records, games, station activities, label reading, goal setting and behavior modification. Utilizes teen peer leaders. Curriculum Design, Video

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