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Knowledge, Attitudes and Behaviours Related to Dietary Salt Intake among New Zealand Adults

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Neela Bhana

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Jennifer Utter

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Helen Eyles

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 2; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008002 - 05 Mar 2019

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Background: Sodium reduction programmes are ideally multifaceted, combining food industry interventions with consumer education and awareness-raising campaigns [...]
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Is Sleep the Answer to Child Obesity

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Rachael Taylor

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 3; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008003 - 05 Mar 2019

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Although diet and physical activity have long been the cornerstone of obesity research, immense challenges in changing these behaviours long-term necessitate finding new approaches to combating obesity in children [...]
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The Effects of Promotional Content on the Nutritional Quality of Children’s Breakfast Cereals From Australia, New Zealand, The United Kingdom, Canada and The United States

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 4; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008004 - 05 Mar 2019

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Background: Breakfast is considered to be an essential meal for children, offering valuable nutrition for growing bodies [...]
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The Use of Technology in Nutrition Research

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Cliona Ni Mhurchu

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 5; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008005 - 05 Mar 2019

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Good nutrition is essential for health, equity and prosperity. [...] Full article

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Nutrition Curriculum for Health Professionals: How Can We Spread the Word

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Clare Rosemary Wall

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 6; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008006 - 05 Mar 2019

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There is an urgency to address diet [...] Full article

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An Evaluation of Weight Loss Challenges in the Workplace

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Diana Anderson

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Kate Smallman

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 7; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008007 - 05 Mar 2019

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Background: An evaluation [...] Full article

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The Use of Complementary and Alternative Healthcare for Minor Illness

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Kelsey Bayes-Moke

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Maria Anna Choukri

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 8; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008008 - 05 Mar 2019

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Background: Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is the term used to describe
healthcare with approaches outside of the scope of Western biomedicine. [...] Full article

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What Motivates and Deters Nut Consumption among the General Public in New Zealand

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 9; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008009 - 05 Mar 2019

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Background: Despite the well-documented health benefits of nuts, consumption at the population level remains low. Understanding motivators of and deterrents to consuming nuts among the general public may inform the development of initiatives to improve levels of consumption [...]
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Exogenous Carbohydrate as an Ergogenic Aid: Recent Advances in Dose and Form and Format

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David S. Rowlands

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 10; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008010 - 05 Mar 2019

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Performance nutrition is as wide and complex topic as the number and diversity of sports available for human endeavor [...]
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Animal Model of Antibiotic Induced Gut Microbiota Dysbiosis

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 11; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008011 - 05 Mar 2019

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Background: The gut harbors a diverse ecosystem consisting predominantly of bacteria [...]
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Health Text Messaging Intervention to Increase Fruit and Vegetable Intake

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Alicia Clark

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Maria Anna Choukri

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 12; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008012 - 05 Mar 2019

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Background: Fruit and vegetables are an important [...] Full article

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Ginsenosides Analysis for New Zealand Wild Grown Panax Ginseng

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Wei Chen

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Prabhu Balan

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David Glen Popovich

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 13; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008013 - 05 Mar 2019

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Background: Ginseng is a slow-growing perennial herbaceous plant of the genus Panax. [...] Full article

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Measuring Children’s Sodium and Potassium Intakes in New Zealand: A Pilot Study

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 14; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008014 - 06 Mar 2019

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Background: Low sodium and high potassium intakes in childhood protect against rises in blood
pressure (BP) and risk of cardiovascular disease later in life [...] Full article

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Sustainability at the Table

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Emily King

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 15; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008015 - 06 Mar 2019

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How do we ensure nutritious diets in a climate [...] Full article

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Validity of Quantitative Ultrasound and Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis against Dual X-Ray Absorptiometry for Measuring Bone Quality and Body Composition in Children

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 16; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008016 - 07 Mar 2019

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Background: Dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) is a well-regarded device for primarily
measuring bone mineral density (BMD) and body composition. [...]

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Iron Status and Associations with Physical Performance in Female New Zealand Army Recruits

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 17; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008017 - 07 Mar 2019

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Background: Decreases in iron status have been reported [...] Full article

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A Quantitative and Qualitative Study of Retail Food Waste in New Zealand

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Sheila Skeaff

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Francesca Goodman-Smith

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Miranda Mirosa

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 18; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008018 - 07 Mar 2019

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Background: An estimated one-third of the [...] Full article

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Effect of a Tailored Dietary Intervention with High or Standard Protein Intake on B-Vitamin and One Carbon Metabolism Status in Healthy Older Males: A 10 Week Randomised Controlled Trial

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 19; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008019 - 07 Mar 2019

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Background: Maintaining optimal status of folate and metabolically [...]
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Sex Differences in Diet and Cardio-Metabolic Diseases in the Pacific Islands

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 20; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008020 - 07 Mar 2019

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Background: The burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) is increasing in low-to middleincome
countries (LMIC), increasing disproportionately for women in LMIC compared to women in
high income countries. [...]

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Evaluation of Milk and Lactose Sensitivity in Lactase Non-Persistence Genotypes

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Aahana Shrestha

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Jakob André Martinsson

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Helga Josefin Karlström

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Nils Jimmy Nilsson

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Mathew Philip Greig Barnett

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Jo Kate Perry

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Amber Marie Milan

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David Cameron-Smith

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 21; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008021 - 07 Mar 2019

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Background: Lactase non-persistence, a condition affecting 75% of the world’s population, is
characterized by inactivity of the lactase enzyme, resulting in lactose intolerance. [...]

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Prevalence of Malnutrition and Dysphagia in Advanced Age Adults Newly Admitted to Age-Related Residential Care

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 22; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008022 - 07 Mar 2019

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Background: Adults over 80 years are the fastest growing population segment predicted to
increase six-fold by 2050 [...] Full article

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Impact of Dairy Intolerance on Acute B-Vitamin Response Post Milk Ingestion

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Pankaja Sharma

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Aahana Shrestha

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Helga Josefin Karlström

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Jakob André Martinsson

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Nils Jimmy Nilsson

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Matthew Philip Greig Barnett

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Amber Marie Milan

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David Cameron-Smith

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 23; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008023 - 11 Mar 2019

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Background: Milk is as an excellent source of B-vitamins, particularly riboflavin. [...] Full article

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Open AccessAbstract

Caffeine Related Risk among Tertiary Students in New Zealand

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Saskia Stachyshyn

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Kay Rutherfurd-Markwick

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Ajmol Ali

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Carol Wham

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 24; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008024 - 11 Mar 2019

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Background: Caffeine-related health incidents in New Zealand have escalated over the last two
decades. [...] Full article

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Prevalence of Gene Variants Associated with Poor Absorption or Negative Interactions with Key Anti-Inflammatory Nutrients in a New Zealand Population

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Bobbi Brennan Laing

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Nishi Karunasinghe

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Lynnette Robyn Ferguson

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 25; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008025 - 11 Mar 2019

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Background: New Zealand (NZ) has high rates of Crohn’s disease (CD) at 26/10⁵. [...] Full article

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Does Acute Supplementation with Nitrate-Rich Beetroot Juice Benefit Older Adults More than Younger Adults

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Luke Stanaway

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Kay Rutherfurd-Markwick

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 26; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008026 - 11 Mar 2019

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Background: To investigate age-related effects of acute dietary nitrate (NO3−) supplementation
on cardiovascular responses, cognition and mood. [...] Full article

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Physical Activity and Metabolic Health in New Zealand European and Pacific Women from the Promise Study

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 27; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008027 - 12 Mar 2019

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Background: This study investigates relationships between physical activity (PA) and
biomarkers of metabolic health in populations with different metabolic disease risk; Pacific and New
Zealand European (NZE) women with different body composition profiles. [...] Full article

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Cytokine Production, Ferritin Levels and Bone Mineral Density in Healthy Postmenopausal Women

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Bolaji Lilian Ilesanmi-Oyelere

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Marlena Cathorina Kruger

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 28; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008028 - 12 Mar 2019

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Background: Cytokines, chemokines and CRP are known inflammatory markers. [...] Full article

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Alignment between the New Zealand Health Star Rating System and the Chilean Warning Label System

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Fredrik Söderlund

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Helen Eyles

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Cliona Ni Mhurchu

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 29; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008029 - 12 Mar 2019

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Background: Unhealthy diet is the leading preventable risk for poor health in New Zealand. [...] Full article

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Metabolic Disease Risk Alters Circulating Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cell microRNAs in Response to A High Glycemic Meal

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Farha Ramzan

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Randall F. D’Souza

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Brenan R. Durainayagam

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 30; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008030 - 12 Mar 2019

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Background: High glycemic diets have been shown to exacerbate the risk of cardio-metabolic
disease in individuals with pre-existing disease risk, including obesity and insulin resistance,
common to the Metabolic Syndrome (MetS). [...] Full article

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Dietary Intake of New Zealand European and Pacific Woman from the PROMISE Study

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 31; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008031 - 12 Mar 2019

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Background: New Zealand is culturally diverse and has one of the highest rates of obesity in the
world, especially among women. [...] Full article

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Nutrition and Physical Activity for Pre-Schoolers: Knowledge and Perspectives amongst Early Childhood Education Teachers

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Jeanette Rapson

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Cath Conlon

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Ajmol Ali

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 32; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008032 - 12 Mar 2019

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Background: Caregivers’ knowledge of the links between nutrition, diet and physical activity is
recognised as important for children’s health and body size [...] Full article

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Child Nutritional Status—Alternative Metrics to Body Mass Index

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E. Rush

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L. Young

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C. Cairncross

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 33; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008033 - 12 Mar 2019

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Background: For children, body mass index, adjusted for age and gender is the globally accepted
measure of relative growth and risk of over and under-nutrition [...] Full article

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Sugar Sweetened Beverage Consumption in Auckland Primary School Children

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 34; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008034 - 12 Mar 2019

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Background: Sugar sweetened beverage (SSB) consumption has a positive relationship with
unhealthy weight gain in children [...] Full article

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Sweet Taste Perception in Pacific and NZ European Women is Associated with Dietary Intake and Eating Behaviour

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 35; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008035 - 12 Mar 2019

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Background: Taste perception may influence long-term dietary preferences, potentially
contributing to the development of obesity [...] Full article

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Factors Associated with Bone Health in Healthy Young Women

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 36; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008036 - 12 Mar 2019

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Background: It is not feasible in large population studies to measure bone density using Dual Xray Absorptiometry (DXA) due to cost and accessibility [...] Full article

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Knowledge about Osteoporosis Risk Prevention in Young and Post-Menopausal Women in Palmerston North, New Zealand

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 37; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008037 - 12 Mar 2019

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Background: Critical determinants of bone health are genetics, diet and physical activity.
Women face challenges to the modifiable risk factors [...] Full article

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Open AccessAbstract

Dietary Intake of New Zealand Strength Athletes

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Ruby Garbutt

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Maria Anna Choukri

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Peter Olsen

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 38; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008038 - 12 Mar 2019

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Background: Nutrition is crucial for optimal performance of athletes. There is limited research
on dietary habits of strength athletes in New Zealand [...] Full article

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Open AccessAbstract

Do Lactose Intolerant Individuals Efficiently Absorb Protein from Acute Milk Consumption?

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Utpal Kumar Prodhan

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Aahana Shrestha

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Helga Josefin Karlström

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Jakob Andre Martinsson

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Nils Jimmy Nilsson

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Mathew Philip Greig Barnett

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Amber Marie Milan

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David Cameron-Smith

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 39; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008039 - 12 Mar 2019

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Background: Lactose intolerance is due to the malabsorption of lactose, the predominant sugar
present in milk [...] Full article

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Open AccessAbstract

The Accessibility and Understanding of Nutrition Advice in First Time Mothers

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Caitlin Sisson

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Maria Anna Choukri

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 40; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008040 - 12 Mar 2019

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Background: Nutrition is vital to achieve optimal health outcomes for both mother and baby
during pregnancy [...] Full article

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Open AccessAbstract

Micronutrient Intake of Vegans Living in Christchurch, New Zealand

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Zane Stankuna

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Maria Anna Choukri

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 41; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008041 - 12 Mar 2019

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Background: The two main motives for individuals to exclude all animal-derived products from
their diet are health reasons and ethical belief [...] Full article

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Open AccessAbstract

Fundraising in New Zealand Schools

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Vicky Rowe

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Maria Anna Choukri

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Megan Harlick

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 42; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008042 - 12 Mar 2019

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Background: Learning healthy nutritional behaviours is important [...] Full article

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Immediate and Longer-Term Effects of An Intensive Adolescent Cooking Intervention on Mental Well-Being and Cooking Self-Efficacy, Attitudes and Involvement

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 43; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008043 - 12 Mar 2019

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Background: Cooking more frequently is associated with a healthier diet. However, reported
decreases in adolescents’ cooking opportunities may contribute [...] Full article

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A Retrospective and Cross-Sectional Study to Evaluate the Effect of Acculturation on the Dietary Calcium Intake and Predictors of Bone Mineral Density in Filipino Women Recently Immigrated to New Zealand

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 44; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008044 - 12 Mar 2019

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Background: Filipinos in New Zealand have [...] Full article

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Risk Factors for Prediabetes in Auckland Primary School Children

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 45; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008045 - 12 Mar 2019

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Background: The incidence of prediabetes and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is increasing in
children around the world [...] Full article

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Open AccessAbstract

Potential Markets for Snacks: A Role for New Zealand Snack Products

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M. Yan

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E. Rush

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S. Shaikh

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 46; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008046 - 13 Mar 2019

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Background: Worldwide there is an increase in the consumption of snack foods and this is a key
business driver for the food industry [...] Full article

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Open AccessAbstract

Attitudes towards Inclusion of Sustainability Characteristics within New Zealand’s Eating and Activity Guidelines by Professionals in the Agriculture, Environment and Health Sectors

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Rebekah Jones

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Barbara Burlingame

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Carol Wham

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 47; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008047 - 13 Mar 2019

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Background: Globally, adverse health and environmental changes are occurring associated with
changes in the food and nutrition system [...] Full article

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The New Zealand Beef and Sheep Sector’s Contribution to Biodiversity and Carbon Sequestration

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 48; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008048 - 13 Mar 2019

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Background: Climate change and the environmental impact of food production is a key modern
challenge, becoming part of the wider human nutrition discussion in regard to sustainable diets [...] Full article

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1 pages, 127 KiB

Open AccessAbstract

Parents’ Perceptions of Packed Lunches in New Zealand Primary Schools

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Abby Taylor

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Peter Olsen

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Maria Anna Choukri

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 49; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008049 - 13 Mar 2019

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Background: Children today in developed countries have an abundance of discretionary, cheap,
palatable and ready to eat foods available [...] Full article

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Open AccessAbstract

Protective Effects of Green Shelled Mussels in Osteoarthritis

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Parkpoom. Siriarchavatana

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 50; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008050 - 13 Mar 2019

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Background: Obesity-induced chronic inflammation is associated with metabolic syndrome, and
often leads to the development of osteoarthritis [...] Full article

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Beyond Nutrients: Insights for Health Professionals around a Communal Iftar Meal during Ramadan

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 51; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008051 - 13 Mar 2019

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Background: Two main meals are consumed by Muslims during Ramadan, before sunrise
(Suhoor), and after sunset (Iftar) [...] Full article

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A Dose-Response Study to Assess the Effects of New Zealand Pine Bark Extract on Glycaemic Responses in Healthy Participants

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 52; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008052 - 13 Mar 2019

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Background: The current estimation of 451 million people diagnosed with diabetes is expected
to increase to 693 million by 2045. Plant extracts have been shown to improve glycaemic control in
humans. [...] Full article

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Determining the Validity And Reproducibility of A Feeding Assessment Tool to Assess Nutrient Intake in New Zealand Infants Aged 9 to 12 Months

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 53; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008053 - 14 Mar 2019

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Background: Dietary assessment in infants is challenging but necessary to understand the
relationship between nutrition and growth and development [...] Full article

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Inequalities in Infant Feeding Practices among the Growing Up in New Zealand Cohort

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Teresa Gontijo de Castro

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 54; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008054 - 18 Mar 2019

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Background: Nutrition in the first year of life has a profound and enduring effect on health.
This study is the first in New Zealand (NZ) to provide generalizable national information about a
range of infant feeding practices beyond breastfeeding [...] Full article

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Infant Feeding Index among the Growing up in New Zealand Cohort: Adherence to the National Food and Nutrition Guidelines

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Teresa Gontijo de Castro

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 55; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008055 - 18 Mar 2019

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Background: Research on infant feeding tends to focus on discrete practices, making it difficult
to summarize this critical period to reflect the whole infant diet simultaneously [...] Full article

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Postprandial Metabolic Responses When Manipulating Timing and Composition of a Meal

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 56; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008056 - 22 Mar 2019

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Background: Controlling postprandial glycaemia helps to prevent and manage
non-communicable diseases. One strategy in controlling glycaemia may be to consume meals in two
parts; a preload, followed by the remainder of the meal [...] Full article

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Eating Patterns of Pacific Children at Age 14 Years; Pacific Islands Families Study

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Shabnam Jalili Moghaddam

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Elaine Rush

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Gael Janine Mearns

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 57; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008057 - 03 Apr 2019

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Background: The variety, quality and quantity of foods consumed and eating patterns influence
the development of non-communicable diseases [...] Full article

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Vitamin D and Omega-3 Long Chain Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids Improve Behavioural Symptoms in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

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Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 58; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008058 - 03 Apr 2019

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Background: The efficacy of vitamin D and omega-3 long chain polyunsaturated [...] Full article

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A Life-Course Model of Obesity: Primary and Secondary Interventions to Prevent Childhood Obesity

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Lynne Allison Daniels

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 59; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008059 - 10 Apr 2019

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Background: Childhood obesity is highly prevalent globally. [...] Full article

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Development and Feasibility of a Low-Cost, Pacific Community-Focussed, Weight Management Programme in Glen Innes, Auckland

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Susan Pirrit

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Jennifer Utter

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Vili Nosa

Proceedings 2019, 8(1), 60; https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2019008060 - 16 May 2019

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Background: Obesity is a significant nutritional public health issue in New Zealand, with 32%
of adults (15 yrs+) classified as obese and a further 34% overweight but not obese [...] Full article

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