Thursday April, 26th
Today we learned about the the Ohio Board of Dietitians. It is the board that oversees registered dietitians and DTRs. They are responsible in protecting the safety of the public and making sure all professional are practicing correctly. They are funded through the licensing fees all dietitians must pay in order to practice. Another one of the jobs investigating complaints and if there is a violation they determine the penalty. The chair of the board must be a RD.
Thursday, April 26, 2012
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Tuesday, April 24th
Today we got the opportunity to listen to Francie Astrom. She is the dietitian at WellWorks, the universities wellness and fitness center for faculty and staff. WellWorks is primarily supported by membership fees. WellWorks provides a wide variety of different programs. They consider themselves to be more wellness focus compared to the typically medical model. They aim to help each member reach optimal health for their own individual status. One of their biggest programs is Healthy Ohio. It involves faculty and staff receiving a biometric assessment and also receive health coaching. They also have another program called Risk Reduction. This program is aimed at helping reducing some of the major health risks some people face. Some of the other services they provide are a fitness center with personal trainers, massage therapy, wellness coaching and blood pressure and cholesterol screening around campus.
In order to join WellWorks, you need to be a faculty staff member or a dependents. OU retirees and their dependents are also able to join. Community members can join, but at a higher cost compared to faculty members. Their are also corporate members who have worked with WellWorks. They have a little over 1,600 members.
There are different ways programs are developed. First off, their main goal is to identify the needs of the OU community based off the different assessments they conduct during the year. They also take special requests from different departments and programs.
The registered dietitian is an integral to success of the WellWorks program. They are responsible to provide up to date nutrition information. They are responsible to review and interpret current literature for clients and also current staff members.
Friday, April 20, 2012
Thursday, April 20th
We discussed all our different agencies today. The majority of the agencies I didn't even realize existed. I think it is crucial for us as dietetic students to stay up to date on these programs. We need to be able to spread awareness so everyone who needs assistance can get it. The one program I thought was most interesting was called Empty Bowls. They are fundraising activities that involve pottery and making your own bowl. What I thought was really nice, was that any one could get one started. It would be an awesome idea to try and start or here at Ohio University. With are eclectic mix of artsy folk who are passionate about helping people,I think it would be a great successful.
We discussed all our different agencies today. The majority of the agencies I didn't even realize existed. I think it is crucial for us as dietetic students to stay up to date on these programs. We need to be able to spread awareness so everyone who needs assistance can get it. The one program I thought was most interesting was called Empty Bowls. They are fundraising activities that involve pottery and making your own bowl. What I thought was really nice, was that any one could get one started. It would be an awesome idea to try and start or here at Ohio University. With are eclectic mix of artsy folk who are passionate about helping people,I think it would be a great successful.
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Name: Nick Claussen
Agency: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Programs (SNAP)
Type of program/funding: Financial assistance program for purchasing food to help low and no-income people and families. It is funded through state and federal government.
Purpose/mission: Supply families/individuals with enough food to last 3 weeks of every month.
Role of nutrition professional: Currently there is no nutritional professional on staff and their are no nutrition specific guidelines. However, it is important for local dietitians to promote awareness of these types of programs so people who need them can be assisted.
Monitoring/Evaluation: The state keeps track of budgeting for each county.
Agency: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Programs (SNAP)
Type of program/funding: Financial assistance program for purchasing food to help low and no-income people and families. It is funded through state and federal government.
Purpose/mission: Supply families/individuals with enough food to last 3 weeks of every month.
Role of nutrition professional: Currently there is no nutritional professional on staff and their are no nutrition specific guidelines. However, it is important for local dietitians to promote awareness of these types of programs so people who need them can be assisted.
Monitoring/Evaluation: The state keeps track of budgeting for each county.
Thursday, April 12, 2012
Thursday, April 12
Today, we discussed a little more about how different policies are instituted and created. The majority of class we spent watching a movie created by a farmer's market in South Carolina. The market was created because they noticed that a lot of people in their community were not consuming enough fresh fruits and vegetables. There was also a high rate of hypertension, type II diabetes and other nutrition related diseases. A big reason for the lack of produce consumption was because they were located in a "Food Desert". This is an area where there is no immediate access to fresh foods. The farmer's market also gave local farmers a chance to sell some of their produce. It was created through money acquired from the government. What I really liked about the market was that it was located outside of the local community health center. This gave the market easy access to a captive audience. I also liked that people were able to get vouchers/discount for produce. This gave people who were in need, but also unable to afford fresh produce the chance to buy some. I think a lot of people do not buy produce because of the high cost typically associated with it. The other thing I really liked about this market was the resources they created for people. They created a cookbook with a whole bunch of recipes using the foods at the market. People do not typically buy pro.duce they do not know how to cook, so this is a nice way of getting people to try new foods in the comfort of their own home.
Today, we discussed a little more about how different policies are instituted and created. The majority of class we spent watching a movie created by a farmer's market in South Carolina. The market was created because they noticed that a lot of people in their community were not consuming enough fresh fruits and vegetables. There was also a high rate of hypertension, type II diabetes and other nutrition related diseases. A big reason for the lack of produce consumption was because they were located in a "Food Desert". This is an area where there is no immediate access to fresh foods. The farmer's market also gave local farmers a chance to sell some of their produce. It was created through money acquired from the government. What I really liked about the market was that it was located outside of the local community health center. This gave the market easy access to a captive audience. I also liked that people were able to get vouchers/discount for produce. This gave people who were in need, but also unable to afford fresh produce the chance to buy some. I think a lot of people do not buy produce because of the high cost typically associated with it. The other thing I really liked about this market was the resources they created for people. They created a cookbook with a whole bunch of recipes using the foods at the market. People do not typically buy pro.duce they do not know how to cook, so this is a nice way of getting people to try new foods in the comfort of their own home.
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Tuesday, April 10th
We discussed some of the ways that policies get implemented. First a problem needs to be identified so an agenda can be created. Once you have an issue, you can start brainstorming different alternatives. Once an agreed upon alternative is decided a new policy can start to be adopted. This happens through new policy implementation. After a while the policy can be evaluated to determine how affective an alternative it was. Since this cyclical, ultimately the policy can't be terminated. We than discussed how this applied to national nutrition. We learned when the government discovers a an issue (I.e. pregnant woman not receiving adequate nutrition) they have to create a policy (WIC). We also discussed some of the ways in which the government collects this type of data. One of the biggest is through the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey.
We discussed some of the ways that policies get implemented. First a problem needs to be identified so an agenda can be created. Once you have an issue, you can start brainstorming different alternatives. Once an agreed upon alternative is decided a new policy can start to be adopted. This happens through new policy implementation. After a while the policy can be evaluated to determine how affective an alternative it was. Since this cyclical, ultimately the policy can't be terminated. We than discussed how this applied to national nutrition. We learned when the government discovers a an issue (I.e. pregnant woman not receiving adequate nutrition) they have to create a policy (WIC). We also discussed some of the ways in which the government collects this type of data. One of the biggest is through the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey.
Thursday, April 5, 2012
Thursday, April 5th
Today in class we talked about food insecurity in a little more detail. One of the more interesting facts of the day was that Ohio is currently the sixth most food insecure. I found this fact to be relatively surprising. I knew the state was suffering and had a lot of poverty, but I never imagined we were this poor off. I have always had a stereotypical view of poverty. I was under the impression that it was secluded to the inner cities and southern states. We learned about a project we will do that invokes shopping for a family for a week. This is going to be another interesting experiment. We than broke up into groups and started to discuss how we were going to approach our gardens. I am involved with a group dealing with pregnant woman. Our goal is to grow produce that is high in iron and folate. Some of our idea include: kale, beets, broccoli, peppers and peanuts. I am really looked forward to working on the garden. I got out there a couple days ago and was able to turn over some soil and get it ready to plant. It was a really good feeling seeing the transformation from weeds to a distinctive plot of usable land. The whole experience should be really rewarding and I am looking forward to it.
Today in class we talked about food insecurity in a little more detail. One of the more interesting facts of the day was that Ohio is currently the sixth most food insecure. I found this fact to be relatively surprising. I knew the state was suffering and had a lot of poverty, but I never imagined we were this poor off. I have always had a stereotypical view of poverty. I was under the impression that it was secluded to the inner cities and southern states. We learned about a project we will do that invokes shopping for a family for a week. This is going to be another interesting experiment. We than broke up into groups and started to discuss how we were going to approach our gardens. I am involved with a group dealing with pregnant woman. Our goal is to grow produce that is high in iron and folate. Some of our idea include: kale, beets, broccoli, peppers and peanuts. I am really looked forward to working on the garden. I got out there a couple days ago and was able to turn over some soil and get it ready to plant. It was a really good feeling seeing the transformation from weeds to a distinctive plot of usable land. The whole experience should be really rewarding and I am looking forward to it.
Tuesday, April 3, 2012
Tuesday, April 3rd
Today we went out to our community garden plot. I was surprised to find how much freedom each group is going to have with their individual gardens. I think tending to the garden is going to be the most exciting part of the entire quarter. I actually wish it was a larger majority of the course. I have never been asked to create and manage my own garden before, so it should be a really good learning experience. I hope to gain enough knowledge from the course to be able to successfully grow my own produce in the future. I also really like the idea that for $75 we are able to create $600 worth of produce. I find that fascinating and think this project is a wonderful way to help benefit the community.
Today we went out to our community garden plot. I was surprised to find how much freedom each group is going to have with their individual gardens. I think tending to the garden is going to be the most exciting part of the entire quarter. I actually wish it was a larger majority of the course. I have never been asked to create and manage my own garden before, so it should be a really good learning experience. I hope to gain enough knowledge from the course to be able to successfully grow my own produce in the future. I also really like the idea that for $75 we are able to create $600 worth of produce. I find that fascinating and think this project is a wonderful way to help benefit the community.
Sunday, April 1, 2012
Thursday, March 29th
Today in class we learned about community nutrition assessments and food insecurity. The idea of food insecurity was brought to life, when we watched a story depicting food insecurity in the neighboring city of Marietta, Ohio. The program showed hundreds of people waiting in line to receive free food. What I found most shocking was the majority of these people were employed, hard-working and honest individuals. They were not looking for a free handouts. A lot of people are unaware of the conditions many people live in. Especially, us college students because we live such pampered and protected lives here on campus. It is scary to think that people are starving all around us. When I think of people not being able to eat, I think of under-developed countries; not the United States of America. As uncomfortable as these types of segments are to watch, I think they are necessary. It is a lot harder for people to ignore something once they have been exposed to it. Hopefully through the work of 60 minutes and other organizations we can help eleviate some of our nations food insecurities.
Tuesday, March 27th
This was the first day of the course. We covered some of the basic goals and objectives we hope to accomplish this quarter. The portion of the class I am ost excited about, is the actual farming portion. I have maintained a small garden in the past and I am excited to get back into it. I also like the idea that the produce we grow will be donated. That concept seems to embody the idea of community nutrition and giving back to your community. The community portion of the course also sounds very exciting. There is many aspects of community nutrition that are very unfamiliar too me, so this will be a very valuable learning experience. I am excited to hear from all the different speakers who are representing some of the organizations that help throughout the Appalachian region. Overall, I think the course is going to be very interesting and help development my understanding of what community nutrition encompasses.
This was the first day of the course. We covered some of the basic goals and objectives we hope to accomplish this quarter. The portion of the class I am ost excited about, is the actual farming portion. I have maintained a small garden in the past and I am excited to get back into it. I also like the idea that the produce we grow will be donated. That concept seems to embody the idea of community nutrition and giving back to your community. The community portion of the course also sounds very exciting. There is many aspects of community nutrition that are very unfamiliar too me, so this will be a very valuable learning experience. I am excited to hear from all the different speakers who are representing some of the organizations that help throughout the Appalachian region. Overall, I think the course is going to be very interesting and help development my understanding of what community nutrition encompasses.
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