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0000-0002-2642-8609
Current Organisations
Deakin University
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Hunter New England and Central Coast Primary Health Network
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Removal of sugary drinks from vending machines: an Australian university case study
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 12-2018
From harmful nutrients to ultra-processed foods: exploring shifts in ‘foods to limit’ terminology used in national food-based dietary guidelines
Publisher: Cambridge University Press (CUP)
Date: 02-12-2022
DOI: 10.1017/S1368980022002580
Abstract: The choice of terms used to describe ‘foods to limit’ (FTL) in food-based dietary guidelines (FBDG) can impact public understanding, policy translation and research applicability. The choice of terms in FBDG has been influenced by available science, values, beliefs and historical events. This study aimed to analyse the terms used and definitions given to FTL in FBDG around the world, including changes over time and regional differences. A review of terms used to describe FTL and their definitions in all current and past FBDG for adults was conducted, using a search strategy informed by the FAO FBDG website. Data from 148 guidelines (96 countries) were extracted into a pre-defined table and terms were organised by the categories ‘nutrient-based’, ‘food ex les’ or ‘processing-related’. National FBDG from all world regions. None. Nutrient-based terms (e.g. high-fat foods) were the most frequently used type of term in both current and past dietary guidelines (91 %, 85 %, respectively). However, food ex les (e.g. cakes) and processing-related terms (e.g. ultra-processed foods) have increased in use over the past 20 years and are now often used in conjunction with nutrient-based terms. Regional differences were only observed for processing-related terms. Diverse, and often poorly defined, terms are used to describe FTL in FBDG. Policymakers should ensure that FTL terms have clear definitions and can be integrated with other disciplines and understood by consumers. This may facilitate the inclusion of the most contemporary and potentially impactful terminology in nutrition research and policies.
An analysis of the transformative potential of major food system report recommendations
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 03-2022
Testing the effectiveness of a novel, evidence-based weight management and lifestyle modification programme in primary care: the Healthy Weight Initiative
Publisher: CSIRO Publishing
Date: 13-04-2022
DOI: 10.1071/HC21065
Abstract: Introduction Primary care prevention strategies that support and provide tools for general practice have the potential to slow and reverse rates of overweight and obesity. Aim To test the effectiveness of a novel 12-week, online, structured, evidence-based weight management and lifestyle modification programme in general practices. Methods Between August 2018 and March 2020, participants with a body mass index (BMI) ≥ 25 were recruited from general practices in the Hunter New England and Central Coast Primary Health Network region of Australia. Practices were randomly assigned to deliver a ‘low-intensity’ (LI) or ‘high-intensity’ (HI) variant of the programme. Practitioners were trained in programme delivery. The intervention involved weekly progress and accountability checks and scripted education sessions on evidenced-based nutrition, physical activity and lifestyle modification. The trial included follow-up evaluations at 6 and 12 months. Results In total, 695 participants were recruited from 26 practices. At the end of the 12-week programme, participants in the HI treatment arm lost an average of 3.2 kg (s.d. 3.8) and 29% (50/172) achieved clinically significant weight loss ( % of initial body weight). Positive results were maintained at evaluations by participants in the HI treatment arm who attended, but only 31% of participants at 6 months and 21% at 12 months were followed up. Discussion Participant engagement and retention and practitioner workload burden are key factors in the design of weight management programmes in primary care. Many lessons can be obtained as a result of this trial, and programme adjustments have been identified to improve its delivery model.
Related Organisations
Hunter New England And Central Coast Primary Health Network
Location: Australia
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