Household Food Insecurity and Maternal-Toddler Fruit and Vegetable Dietary Concordance
To examine whether prenatal or concurrent household food insecurity influences associations between maternal and toddler fruit and vegetable (FV) intake. (Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior)
Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior - December 23, 2023 Category: Nutrition Authors: Carol Duh-Leong, Robin Ortiz, Mary Jo Messito, Michelle W. Katzow, Christina N. Kim, Radhika Teli, Rachel S. Gross Tags: Research Brief Source Type: research

Mobile Application Increased Nutrition Knowledge Among Brazilian Physicians
To assess whether using a Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet recommendation application increases primary care physicians ’ knowledge and dietary counseling skills. (Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior)
Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior - December 21, 2023 Category: Nutrition Authors: Sabrina Dalbosco Gadenz, Erno Harzheim, Dimitris Rucks Varvaki Rados, Stela Maris de Jezus Castro, Michele Drehmer Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

A Brief Reflection as the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior Mentored Editor
When I applied to be the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior (JNEB) Mentored Editor, to say I had a vague idea of what the position entailed would be outright generous. While I had previous experience publishing in and reviewing for JNEB, how manuscripts moved through the editorial process was largely enigmatic. What I came to learn was far richer and more complex than I had imagined and has instilled a profound appreciation for the thoughtful and tireless work a dedicated group of Associate Editors (AEs) put into a journal that disseminates valuable information to help move the needle in advancing nutrition educat...
Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior - December 1, 2023 Category: Nutrition Authors: Alexandra MacMillan Uribe Tags: From JNEB Source Type: research

The Advisory Committee on Public Policy Capitol Hill Visit: SNEB Members Shaping Policy
The Advisory Committee on Public Policy (ACPP)1 is a committee of the Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior (SNEB) that focuses on food, nutrition, and health policy at the national and state levels. Membership for this committee is open to all and is a great place for SNEB members to hone their policy and advocacy skills. SNEB members have an important role to play in supporting the development of nutrition policy, offering lawmakers critical perspectives from working directly with stakeholders who are impacted by these policies. (Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior)
Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior - December 1, 2023 Category: Nutrition Authors: Sara Elnakib, Ricardo Kairios, Laura Vollmer Tags: From SNEB Source Type: research

Table of Contents
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Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior - December 1, 2023 Category: Nutrition Source Type: research

Editorial Board/Board of Directors
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Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior - December 1, 2023 Category: Nutrition Source Type: research

Contextual Factors Influencing the Adoption of Physical Activity Direct Education and Policy, Systems, and Environmental Change Initiatives by Virginia EFNEP and SNAP-Ed Staff
To explore factors influencing the adoption of direct education programs and policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) change initiatives focused on physical activity for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program-eligible audiences by Virginia Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program-Education (SNAP-Ed) staff. (Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior)
Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior - November 28, 2023 Category: Nutrition Authors: Austin Brooks, Gabrielle Young, Sarah Misyak, Meredith Ledlie Johnson, Elena Serrano Tags: Research Brief Source Type: research

High Prevalence of Food Insecurity and Related Disparities Among US College and University Students From 2015 –2019
We examined food insecurity prevalence among college students included as part of a large, ongoing, nationally representative survey and examined trends and associations with sociodemographic measures. (Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior)
Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior - November 23, 2023 Category: Nutrition Authors: Julia A. Wolfson, Noura Insolera, Melissa N. Laska, Cindy W. Leung Tags: Research Brief Source Type: research

Surveillance of Infant Formula Shortages Using Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children Administrative Data
To quantify self-reported difficulty accessing Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)-issued infant formula among participants early in the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, to determine if infant formula redemption was associated with self-reported difficulty accessing infant formula, and to quantify changes in formula redemption during the 2022 –2023 US infant formula shortages. (Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior)
Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior - November 22, 2023 Category: Nutrition Authors: Christopher E. Anderson, Shannon E. Whaley Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

State Agency Perspectives on Successes and Challenges of Administering the Child and Adult Care Food Program
This report uses qualitative interviews with state CACFP administrators representing 28 states to explore federal and state policies and practices that support or discourage CACFP participation among licensed child care centers. We report on successful approaches to program outreach and administration, barriers that make CACFP participation challenging, and recommendations to expand access to CACFP for eligible child care providers and the populations they serve. (Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior)
Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior - November 22, 2023 Category: Nutrition Authors: Tatiana Andreyeva, Melissa McCann, Judy Prager, Erica L. Kenney Tags: Research Report Source Type: research

A Formative Evaluation of an Online Meal Kit and Grocery Platform for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Recipients
To assess the barriers and facilitators to online food purchasing through a meal kit and grocery shopping website titled NY SNAP Express among Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) beneficiaries. (Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior)
Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior - November 22, 2023 Category: Nutrition Authors: Reah Chiong, Julio Salas, Julia Kohn, Emily St John, Roger Figueroa Tags: Research Brief Source Type: research

Call for Cultural and Language-Concordant Diabetes Care, Nutrition Education, and Self-management for South Asian Individuals Living in the US
Ethnic South Asian Americans have the highest relative risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus in the US. Culturally tailored and language-concordant diabetes care and nutrition interventions can potentially promote South Asian diabetes management and disease progression. From our perspective, the extent of their use and evaluation in the US settings remains limited. This Perspective characterizes and evaluates the necessity and outcomes of culturally and linguistically adapted lifestyle interventions targeted toward type 2 diabetes mellitus indicators among South Asian individuals in the US.  Suggestions for how this education ...
Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior - November 6, 2023 Category: Nutrition Authors: Shatabdi Goon, Karen Chapman-Novakofski Tags: Perspective Source Type: research

Nudging Toward Sustainable Food Consumption at University Canteens: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
This systematic literature review and meta-analysis investigated the effectiveness of the nudging approach toward sustainable food consumption in the university canteen context. (Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior)
Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior - November 3, 2023 Category: Nutrition Authors: Sujita Pandey, Annemarie Olsen, Federico J.A. Perez-Cueto, Marianne Thomsen Tags: Systematic Review Source Type: research

Sensory-Informed Evaluation Method for Use With Peer Educators of Nutrition Education Programs
Determine acceptance of unfamiliar recipes and investigate the practicality of a hybrid (remote and in-office) method of evaluating recipes. (Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior)
Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior - November 1, 2023 Category: Nutrition Authors: Melanie K. Ng, Koushik Adhikari, Elizabeth L. Andress, Sarah T. Henes, Jung Sun Lee, Ginnefer O. Cox Tags: Research Brief Source Type: research

Accessible Digital Technology in Nutrition Education and Behavior Change Interventions
The June 2023 article “Digital Technology in Nutrition Education and Behavior Change: Opportunities and Challenges”1 indicates the need to consider challenges that might impact the effectiveness and approaches that enhance equitable access before developing or adapting nutrition education and behavior change interven tions (NEBIs) incorporating digital technology. However, the article overlooks the need for digital technology to be accessible to individuals with disabilities. The US digital divide profoundly impacts the 27% of adults with disabilities2 who have a physical or mental impairment substantially limit ing ...
Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior - November 1, 2023 Category: Nutrition Authors: Suzanne Domel Baxter Tags: Letter to the Editor Source Type: research