Nutrition Fundamentals

Smart Supermarket Shopping
New video shows how to use a shopping list, navigate the supermarket, and read the food label in support of following the 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans.  Gives a brief introduction to the MyPyramid graphic.  Includes tips for food preparation and food safety.
20 minutes, Copyright 2006
Price $89 VHS Item # 100N 
Price $119 DVD Item # 100DVD

Reading and Understanding the New Food Label
Use of a new food label, listing amount of trans fat will be required in 2006.This tape will help consumers understand just what is meant by partially- hydrogenated or trans fat. It will help them use the label to make the healthiest choices when they shop for food. All terms defined. Portion sizes shown. 
19 minutes, Copyright 2005
Price $89 VHS Item #104N
Price $119 DVD Item #104DVD

Nutrition for the over 50 Gang
Explains the need for older persons to reduce calories; reduced fat intake and increased complex carbohydrates emphasized; reviews vitamin, mineral, and protein needs; social eating. 15 minutes, Copyright 1997.
Price $89 VHS Item # 105
     Spanish Version Item # 105s
Price $119 DVD Item # 105DVD

Cancer & Nutrition
Demonstrates and explains the need for calorie and protein-dense food, how to cope with appetite depression, side effects of treatment such as nausea and constipation; cautions against nutrition quackery. 15 minutes, Copyright 1996. 
Price $89 VHS Item # 122
Price $119 DVD Item # 122DVD

Pre-Natal Nutrition
Provides practical information for healthy eating before and during pregnancy; discusses increased nutritional needs such as iron and folacin; coping with common problems such as nausea, constipation and edema. 14 minutes, Copyright 1997.
Price $89 VHS Item # 161
     Spanish Version Item # 161s
Price $119 for DVD Item # 161DVD

Renal Nutrition
Emphasizes crucial role of nutrition. Topics discussed include fluid balance, phosphorous, potassium, protein, phosphate binders and sodium. Guidelines for eating out are also included.
18 minutes, Copyright 1996.  
Price $89 VHS Item # 163
Price $119 DVD Item # 163DVD

The 7 Most Popular Nutrition Myths
In this delightful videotape you will find some of the most common nutrition misconceptions such as "evil" vs. "good" foods, "natural" additives, etc.
16 minutes, Copyright 1996.
Price $89 VHS Item # 165
Price $119 DVD Item # 165DVD

The 7 Most Popular Weight Management Myths (Diabetes) 
Educates consumers regarding most popular weight management myths; skipping meals and fasting are the best ways to lose weight; exercise really doesn't make any difference; potatoes and bread make you fat; cellulite can be "cured" with expensive creams or treatments; "all calories are created equal"; there is a magic food that melts away fat.
13 minutes, Copyright 1996. 
Price $89 VHS Item # 165d
     Spanish Version Item # 165ds
Price $119 DVD Item # 165DVD

Exploring The New Food Pyramid
At last!  The new food pyramid, or rather, food pyramids, explained.  Exploring MyPyramid takes the viewer on a tour of the pyramid, using a sample 2000 calorie/day diet.  The key points of the 2005 Dietary Guidelines are incorporated, with lots of examples.  Copyright 2005  20 minutes
Price $89 VHS Item #174N 
     Spanish Version Item #174NS  
Price $119 DVD Item #174DVD

Vegetarian Diet: Facts & Myths
12 million vegetarians may be on to something such as lower rates of heart disease, high blood pressure, and obesity.
14 minutes, Copyright 1997.
Price $89 VHS Item # 193
     Spanish Version Item # 193s
Price $119 DVD Item # 193DVD

Dietary Guidelines for Americans
An excellent introduction to nutrition fundamentals. Emphasis on the role of exercise and eating whole grains, lean meats, nuts, chicken, legumes, fruits & vegetables.Perfect for new patients and community events.
17 minutes, Copyright 1997.
Price $89 VHS Item # 197
     Spanish Version Item # 197s
Price $119 for DVD Item # 197DVD

Current Nutrition Myths
This videotape deals with some current myths: "natural" herbs cure disease; everyone needs vitamin pills and supplements; food allergies are responsible for most of our ailments; sugar makes children hyper; anyone who calls themselves a "nutritionist" is an expert. Entertaining as well as educational.
16 minutes, Copyright 1998. 
Price $89 VHS Item # 201
Price $119 DVD Item # 201DVD

Kitchen Food Safety
With humor and a quick pace, this video explains safe practices to follow when shopping for, storing, and preparing food. Basic food safety practices beneficial for meal-on-wheel and parent volunteers. 12 minutes, Copyright 1998.
Price $89 VHS Item # 251
     Spanish Version Item # 251s
Price $119 DVD Item # 251DVD

Sports & Nutrition
Emphasizes importance of good nutrition for the athlete; stresses need for variety and moderation; importance of fluid intake stressed; suggests proper role for supplements; presents food pyramid guide as a guide to good food choices; explains key terms in the food label; discusses calorie guidelines. 29 minutes, Copyright 1999.
Price $89 VHS Item # 270
     Spanish Version Item # 270s
Price $119 DVD Item # 270DVD

Separating Nutrition Facts from Fiction
Nutrition advice and products are big business. Unfortunately, misinformation is widespread. Consumers need some basic knowledge tools to make sensible judgments. This tape stresses the role of the real expert, the Registered Dietitian; how to spot phony credentials or initials; how to go behind headlines; questions to ask before accepting "breakthrough" announcements; internet nutrition information is not always accurate even if it's electronic; these and other tools that will empower consumers to make better decisions. 14 minutes, Copyright 1997.
Price $89 for VHS Item # 275,
Price $119 for DVD Item # 275DVD

Fundamentals of Sanitary Food Handling...
Kitchen & Food Safety
Whether planning a career in the food industry of simply fixing a meal at home, safe food practices are a major concern to all on a day-to-day basis. This important program teaches why safe food handling procedures are essential in the kitchen. Viewers are introduced to dangerous food-handling practices and learn why the proper procedures are a must. Demonstrations of procedures include avoiding cross-contamination of tools and surfaces, hand washing, using containers, how to handle poultry and other “trouble” foods, and safe temperature zone for food storage.
28 minutes, Copyright 2004.
Price $89.95 VHS Item # 292
Price $119 DVD Item # 292DVD

Kitchen Safety Fundamentals
Trains food services personnel on how to avoid accidents and injuries in food preparation and service from safe lifting to cleaning the meat slicer. 16 minutes, Copyright 1999.
Price $89 VHS Item # 293
Price $119 DVD Item # 293DVD

Your Digestive System and How It Works
Provides general information about the organs of the digestive system, the digestive process, and the absorption of nutrients. Reviews common digestive problems and coping strategies.
15 minutes, Copyright 1999.
Price $89 VHS Item # 298
Price $119 DVD Item # 298DVD

Cardiovascular Nutrition
Latest NCEP guidelines on how nutrition and exercise can optimize cardiovascular health.  Shows how to use the food label help follow the guidelines. New factors, such as omega3 fatty acids, and trans fats discussed.
21 minutes, Copyright 2007.
Price $89 VHS Item # 311N
Price $119 DVD Item # 311DVD

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HIV & Nutrition
This video contains the latest information on nutrition-medication interactions,
metabolic problems, body shape changes, osteoporosis and more. Nutritional and pharmacologic treatment options to treat these problems discussed, as are food safety issues and meal planning to support medications.
18 minutes, Copyright 2002.
Price $89 VHS Item # 372
Price $119 DVD Item # 372DVD

 

 

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