public health: a nutrition program by: victoria lawton
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Public Health: A Nutrition Program By: Victoria Lawton
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Goal To improve the nutritional health of
those living in urban areas by providing information in applications displayed on smart phones and equipment worn on the wrist.
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What to inform about Proximity to locally grown food sources Nutritional differences of similar
products In season fruits and vegetables Seasonal recipes Nutritional content of meals Meal planning Discounts on healthy foods
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Limitations of Urban areas Limited access to
locally grown produce
Many fast food restaurants
Few grocery stores Limited income
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Benefits of improving nutrition Energy to perform daily
tasks Healthy weight Protected against
diseases of malnourishment
Cells are able to perform properly
Stronger bones Healthy cholesterol and
blood pressure
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Zipongo Free application Available in the app
store Search for discounts
on items by store or product
Allows you to make a custom grocery list
Offers healthy recipes Value: makes healthy
eating more affordable
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Thyrve Free application for smart
phones Available in the app store Food tracker Focuses on how you feel
post-meal Separates your meal into
the food groups Indicates which groups
you are deficient in Value: displays your
deficiencies and assesses how you feel post-meal
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Locavore Free application Available in the app store Pinpoints local farmers
markets in your area Give ideas on how to
prepare the produce and store produce
Provides a list of seasonal fruits and vegetables
Value: shows availability and accessibility of fresh produce
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Fooducate Free application, plus
version is $3.99 Available in the app store Give knowledge about food
labels Identifies positive and
negative aspects of every product
Gives a grade for the product’s “healthiness”
Offers healthier alternatives Value: helps guide shoppers
to pick healthier option in the grocery store
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iPod touch- 4th generation Ipod touch: $175 Handheld device used to
run the applications for the program
Cheaper to purchase, can buy older versions that are cheaper
Handheld, portable, and user-friendly
All applications listed are available on apple devices
Value: handheld, allows clients to utilize the applications listed
Buy from: Walmart.com
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Conclusion The four applications satisfy all the
needs outlined for urban residents They offer information, incentive and
availability. Free apps= no cost The iPod allows the users to utilize the
free applications detailed iPods are handheld, portable, and easy
to use
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Resourceshttp://greatist.com/health/best-health-fitness-apps#