Nutrition
Publications and Materials
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Below are selected publications and materials related to nutrition. Please note the year of publication may be later than the year(s) the data represent.
2008 Publications and Materials
Healthy
Eating Index Scores among Adults, 60 Years of Age and Over, by Sociodemographic
and Health Characteristics- United States, 1999-2002 (6/23/08)
Only 17% of older adults consumed a ‘‘good’’ quality diet. Females with a body
mass index of 30 or higher ate fewer servings of dairy products, consumed a higher
percentage of calories from total and saturated fat, and had a lower quality
diet than those whose BMI was less than 30.
Blood Folate
Levels: The Latest NHANES Results (6/23/08)
This data brief provides key findings on blood folate levels from the
National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys and answers pertinent
questions.
Easy Read Folic Acid Awareness (2/14/08)
The B vitamin folic acid helps prevent birth defects. If a woman has
enough folic acid in her body before and while she is pregnant, her
baby is less likely to have a major birth defect of the brain or spine.
Use
of Supplements Containing Folic Acid among Women of Childbearing Age-
United States, 2007 (2/14/08)
Among all women of childbearing age, those aged 18-24 years had the least
awareness regarding folic acid consumption, the least knowledge regarding
when folic acid should be taken, and the lowest reported daily use of
supplements containing folic acid.
2007 Publications and Materials
Easy Read Rethink
Your Drink (11/19/07)
Calories in drinks are not hidden (they’re listed on the Nutrition Facts label),
but many people don’t realize just how many calories beverages can contribute
to their daily intake. Calories from drinks can really add up. But there is good
news: you have plenty of options for reducing the number of calories in what
you drink.
Trends
in Folic Acid Supplement Intake among Women of Reproductive Age- California,
2002-2006 (11/19/07)
This report indicates that although the overall prevalence of intake
of folic acid-containing supplements remained stable from 2002 (40%)
to 2006 (41%) in California, use of such supplements decreased among
Hispanic women and women with less education.
Easy Read Iron Deficiency (10/9/07)
Young children and pregnant women are at higher risk of iron deficiency
because of rapid growth and higher iron needs. Adolescent girls and
women of childbearing age are at risk due to menstruation. In general,
to prevent iron deficiency you can eat a healthful diet that includes
good sources of iron.
Easy Read Improve
Your Health While Enjoying the Season’s Colorful Produce (7/27/07)
Summer is a great time to enjoy everything the season has to offer, including
an abundance of fresh, tasty produce at its peak! The vibrant colors
will liven up your meal, and the appealing flavors and aromas will tantalize
your taste buds!
Fruit
and Vegetable Consumption among Adults- United States, 2005 (4/17/07)
This report describes the results of an analysis, which indicated that
32.6% of adults consumed fruit two or more times per day, and 27.2% ate
vegetables three or more times per day. The results underscore the need
for continued interventions that encourage greater fruit and vegetable
consumption among U.S. adults. The prevalence of eating vegetables three
or more times per day was 22.1% among men and 32.2% among women and ranged
from 20.9% among persons aged 18-24 years to 33.7% among persons aged
65 years and older.
Folate
Status in Women of Childbearing Age, by Race/Ethnicity- United States,
1999-2000, 2001-2002, and 2003-2004 (2/1/07)
http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/mm5551a2.htm
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http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/PDF/wk/mm5551.pdf
This report uses National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey data
to update findings and assess trends in serum folate and red blood cell
folate levels by race/ethnicity from the 1999-2000 survey through the
2003-2004 survey. The results of these comparisons indicated that median
serum folate concentrations among nonpregnant women of childbearing age
decreased 16% from 1999-2000 through 2003-2004, and RBC folate concentrations
decreased 8%. All women of childbearing age who are capable of becoming
pregnant should consume 400 µg of folic acid daily to reduce the occurrence
of NTD-affected pregnancies.
Easy Read Nutrition for Everyone: Healthy Weight (1/8/07)
Whether you want to lose weight or maintain a healthy weight, it’s important
to understand the connection between the energy your body takes in
(through the foods you eat and the beverages you drink) and the energy
your body uses (through the activities you do).
Related Links
Nutrition: Women’s Health Topics A-Z
View women’s health resources related to nutrition.
5 a Day for Better
Health
Eat plenty of different fruits and vegetables. Diets rich in fruits and
vegetables may reduce the risk of cancer and other chronic diseases.
Fruits and vegetables provide essential vitamins and minerals, fiber,
and other substances that are important for good health. Most fruits
and vegetables are naturally low in fat and calories and are filling.
Learn more.
Breastfeeding
Learn more about breastfeeding.
Nutrition and Physical Activity
Learn more about nutrition and physical activity.
Nutrition Topics
View a list of links to information on a variety of topics related to
nutrition.
For Kids Powerful Bones, Powerful
Girls
Learn more about how to take care of your bones.
Easy Read Powerful Bones,
Powerful Girls. Web Site for Parents
The site has useful information on how to help your daughter develop
lifelong bone-healthy habits. For a healthier future, your daughter's
bones need your support now.
Pregnancy Nutrition
Surveillance System
The Pediatric Nutrition Surveillance System (PedNSS) and the Pregnancy
Surveillance System (PNSS) are program-based surveillance systems that
monitor the nutritional status of low-income infants, children, and women
in federally funded maternal and child health programs.
National Health and Nutrition
Examination Survey
View data from the national health and nutrition examination survey.
Dietary Guidelines
for Americans (Non-CDC site)
These guidelines provide authoritative advice for people two years and
older about how good dietary habits can promote health and reduce risk
for major chronic diseases.
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Page last modified: August 18, 2010
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