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Prevalence, Adverse Events, and Factors Associated with Dietary Supplement and Nutritional Supplement Use by US Navy and Marine Corps Personnel
About 50% of Americans and 60% to 70% of US military personnel use dietary supplements, some of which have been associated with adverse events (AEs). Nutritional supplements like sport drinks and sport bars/gels are also commonly used by athletes and service members. Previous dietary supplement and nutritional supplement surveys were conducted on Army, Air Force, and Coast Guard personnel.Evaluation of General Nutrition Knowledge in Australian Military Personnel
Sound nutrition knowledge and a balanced diet are essential for operational readiness and optimal health of military personnel. Few studies have examined nutrition knowledge in this population.Coming Together in Conference: A Photographic Journey through Academy Annual Meetings in the 20th Century
In October 1917, a group of dietitians was invited by a handwritten notice to “come together in conference” to discuss how they could assist the government in conservation efforts for World War I. Members of this group had intended to avail of the opportunity at an American Home Economics Association’s (AHEA) annual meeting to discuss these very issues, but the AHEA opted to postpone its meeting to accommodate obligations to World War I–related activities. Rather than delay the conversation on this and other important issues any longer, these dietitians convened their own meeting in Cleveland, OH—a meeting that became the forerunner to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics∗ Annual Meeting, now called the Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo (FNCE).The Academy’s Military Roots Visualized
Early recognition of the contribution of dietitians to improving the nation’s health is owed largely to those who served in the military. Dietetics really began to take root as a profession during World War I (WWI). In 1917, a state of war between the United States and the Imperial German Government was declared, and dietitians met to discuss how they could assist the war effort. The result of that meeting was the founding of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (Academy).∗1Nutrition Care Process and Model: An Academic and Practice Odyssey
In 2003, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, formerly the American Dietetic Association, adopted a Nutrition Care Process and Model (NCPM) that identifies the unique contribution of dietetics practitioners to health care outcomes and establishes a global standard for provision of nutrition care by dietetics practitioners (Figure 1).1History Snapshot: Dietetics Student Experience in the 1940s
The 2017 centennial of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics∗ is an opportunity to reflect on the earlier decades of the profession and consider their impact on the tremendous strides of nutrition and dietetics in the nearly 100 years since. Visually attesting to these developments is a catalogue, in the Academy’s possession, which includes photographs from Johns Hopkins Hospital that give a glimpse into an important era in dietetics education. Johns Hopkins Hospital was among the first to offer an approved training course in dietetics (in 1914) and to recognize the dietitian’s role in the national hospital system.Use of the Go-for-Green Nutrition Labeling System in Military Dining Facilities Is Associated with Lower Fat Intake
Point-of-purchase nutrition labeling is a potential tool to help consumers choose healthier foods. The objectives of our study were to survey soldiers on their use of the Go-for-Green nutrition labeling system in dining facilities and compare characteristics of users and nonusers. The study population consisted of 299 US Army active duty soldiers at two US Army installations. The frequency of use of food labels and characteristics were calculated and differences in characteristics of label users and nonusers were compared using χ2 and regression analyses.Nutrition-Focused Wellness Coaching Promotes a Reduction in Body Weight in Overweight US Veterans
Diet plays a critical role in the pathogenesis of major chronic diseases common in populations of US veterans. The role of nutrition-focused wellness coaching in improving dietary behavior and/or reducing weight in overweight and obese US veterans is not known. At the San Francisco Veterans Affairs Medical Center, US veterans aged 25 to 80 years were randomized to receive nutrition coaching on eating behaviors at baseline only (control group, n=22) or an additional eight times over the course of 6 months (intervention group, n=28) in 2010-2011.Eating Patterns and Leisure-Time Exercise among Active Duty Military Personnel: Comparison to the Healthy People Objectives
To assess whether active duty military personnel meet Healthy People 2010 objectives for physical activity and fruit, vegetable, and whole-grain intake; the relationship of select demographic characteristics, lifestyle factors (eg, smoking), and eating patterns (eg, frequency and location of meals) on achieving diet and exercise-related Healthy People 2010 objectives; and the relationship of eating patterns to self-reported weight gain.Adherence to National Diet and Physical Activity Objectives among Active Duty Military Personnel: What Are the Implications?
THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT issues evidence-based nutrition and physical activity guidance, such as the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) and Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, to promote health, reduce the risk of chronic diseases, and reduce the prevalence of overweight and obesity through improved nutrition and physical activity.1,2 These guidelines and the associated implementation and communication strategies that are developed for health professionals, program and policy groups, and the public aim to promote the consumption of nutrient-dense foods and beverages and regular physical activity to achieve reduction of chronic disease risk and foster health promotion and disease prevention.Effects of Modified Foodservice Practices in Military Dining Facilities on Ad Libitum Nutritional Intake of US Army Soldiers
Modifying foodservice practices in military dining facilities could influence ad libitum nutritional intake patterns of soldiers.Caffeine Use among Active Duty US Army Soldiers
Eighty-percent of the US adult population regularly consumes caffeine, but limited information is available on the extent and patterns of use. Caffeine use is a public health issue and its risks and benefits are regularly considered in scientific literature and the lay media. Recently, new caffeine-containing products have been introduced and are widely available on Army bases and are added to rations to maintain cognitive performance. This study surveyed caffeine consumption and demographic characteristics in 990 US Army soldiers.Efficacy of Orlistat 60 mg on Weight Loss and Body Fat Mass in US Army Soldiers
A higher body mass index is associated with exercise-related injuries and increased risk for musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders, which are relevant to military personnel. Studies show the efficacy of orlistat 60 mg for promoting weight and body fat loss in civilians; however, its efficacy among predominantly young, male soldiers is unknown. This study's objective was to examine the effect of a 6-month, standard education-based weight-management program with and without orlistat 60 mg on changes in weight and body fat in overweight soldiers.Efficacy of a Meal-Replacement Program for Promoting Blood Lipid Changes and Weight and Body Fat Loss in US Army Soldiers
Excess weight is associated with negative health outcomes. Meal replacements are effective in promoting favorable body composition changes in civilian populations; however, their efficacy with military service members who have unique lifestyles is unknown. The objective of this randomized controlled trial was to determine the efficacy of the Army's education-based weight-management program, “Weigh to Stay,” with and without meal replacements for improving blood lipids, and to promote weight and body fat loss in overweight US Army soldiers.RDs in the Military
With close to 230 registered dietitians serving in three branches of the US military today, the roles they fill vary widely, from running health care facilities stateside and abroad, to filling teaching and research positions, to creating health and wellness programs (1-3). Since the 1940s, when the demand for dietitians in the military grew, registered dietitians (RDs) have been tapped to fill critical roles, oftentimes moving to positions of leadership within and outside of the medical realm (4,5).
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