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Differences in Dietary Quality by Sexual Orientation and Sex in the United States: NHANES 2011-2016
There are persistent disparities in weight- and diet-related diseases by sexual orientation. Lesbian and bisexual females have a higher risk of obesity and cardiovascular disease compared with heterosexual females. Gay and bisexual males have a higher risk of diabetes and cardiovascular disease compared with heterosexual males. However, it remains unknown how sexual orientation groups differ in their dietary quality.Social Determinants of Health: Enhancing Health Equity
Nutrition and dietetics practitioners traditionally focus on modifying behavior to improve patient outcomes, but the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (Academy) also recognizes the role of social determinants of health (SDOH) when examining root causes of chronic diseases, such as high blood pressure, coronary heart disease, hepatitis, and stroke, particularly for minority and underserved populations.1Gender Expression and Sexual Orientation Differences in Diet Quality and Eating Habits from Adolescence to Young Adulthood
Diet and eating habits during youth have implications on diet and eating habits during adulthood, however, little longitudinal research has examined sexual orientation and gender expression differences in diet.Caring for Transgender Patients and Clients: Nutrition-Related Clinical and Psychosocial Considerations
Disease prevention and health promotion in the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) community has gained significant momentum in the past 3 decades. Prior research has demonstrated marked health disparities among the LGBTQ population, such as elevated rates of cancer, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, and mental health disorders, compounded by limited access to quality health care.1 Studies investigating cancer incidence specifically in the transgender population have been limited in size and scope, making it difficult to draw conclusions; however, increased incidence and mortality from cancer have been reported in LGBTQ communities.Promoting Diversity within the Dietetics Profession through a Peer Mentorship Program
“A supportive mentor can mean the difference between struggle and success.”1 On December 31, 2012, President Barack Obama proclaimed January as National Mentoring Month.1 Mentorship is vital for professional development and advancement in careers in nutrition and dietetics,2 as well as related professions (eg, nursing,3 academic medicine,4 public health and epidemiology,5 global health innovators,6 occupational therapy,7 and physical therapy8). Sylvia Escott-Stump, MA, RD, LDN, dietetics internship (DI) director for East Carolina University and consultant for Nutritional Balance, explained, “Often the best way to become successful is by teaching and supporting others.”9 Because mentoring is recognized as being important, the Academy started offering mentoring programs.
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