2007 Kellogg Nutrition Symposium
Friday June 8, 2007
Hyatt Regency Hotel
Vancouver, British Columbia
Key insights and science-based perspectives to help address nutrition challenges and opportunities were presented on the following topics:
The Role of Parents in Helping Children Develop Healthy Lifestyle Behaviours
Three different facets of this issue were outlined, followed by an interactive discussion among the panel of speakers.
- The science and influences linking early childhood eating behaviours to health outcomes. Speaker: Jennifer O. Fisher, PhD, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Baylor College of Medicine, Texas
- The moral and ethical responsibility of parents in promoting healthy behaviours in their children. Speaker: Eric Porcellato, BSc HKin, MSc, New Brunswick
- Practical tips and real-life experiences for making healthy eating and active living a reality. Speaker: Lynn Roblin, MSc, RD, Nutrition Consultant, Oakville
What Canadians are Eating: An Examination of the Canadian Community Health Survey
This presentation provided an overview of the CCHS data, including findings on the relationship of breakfast consumption to the nutrient intakes of Canadians.
Speaker: Danielle Brulé, PhD, RD, Health Canada, Ottawa
Shape Management and Satiety: Protein, Fibre and Beyond
An overview of the data – from effect to dose – in relation to protein and satiety was presented, along with a review of emerging data on fibre. The effects of other promising nutrients were also provided.
Speaker: Richard D. Mattes, MPH, PhD, RD, Professor of Foods and Nutrition, Purdue University, Indiana
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Taking Healthy Lifestyles from Research to Practice
Experts from a variety of fields discuss translating science-based recommendations and guidelines into relevant and actionable consumer/client friendly messages.
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The Health of School-Aged Children
Experts representing key sectors provide perspectives on child health and healthy living strategies.
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Building Healthy Communities – Improving the Health of the Population One Community at a Time
Leading experts from around the globe share local perspectives on innovative health education programs in the United States, South Africa and the Netherlands.
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The Great Diet Debate – A New Perspective
A review of various weight loss approaches and challenges to addressing the obesity epidemic.
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The Battle Against Diabetes – New Implications for Dietetic Practice
An overview of the challenges and opportunities in preventing and managing diabetes, including medical management and the role of nutrition and lifestyle.
