(11/14/19, Boston 25 News) Expert Quote: “Do the tables look dirty? Are there crumbs on the floor? If they see the table is dirty, the fork is dirty or the plate is dirty, they should go home and tell their parents. A child’s immune system is not as robust as an adult. They’re still growing. So […]
(11/13/19, BU Today) In this op-ed, Associate Professor of Nutrition and Health Sciences Chair Paula Quatromoni argues for system-wide changes to protect athletes from body-shaming, abuse, and dietary neglect. “The only way forward is by breaking the silence to raise awareness and demand change. When athletes tell their stories, as Mary Cain has, they protect […]
Clinical Professors Karen Jacobs and Robin Newman have been honored by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). Jacobs, Sargent’s Associate Dean for Digital Learning & Innovation, was chosen to receive the Outstanding Mentor Award in recognition of her “boundless enthusiasm to educate, innovate, connect, and mentor.” This award recognizes occupational therapy practitioners who have […]
(10/29/19, Food Network) Expert Quote: “The recipients smile, and you feel good. What a sweet deal!” – Clinical Professor Joan Salge Blake Read the article
(10/25/19, Simplemost) Expert Quote: “if it’s protein you’re looking for, combining the benefits of chocolate with peanuts or almonds will do the trick. Not only do nuts have protein, but they also provide fiber, both of which can help you stay full longer and perhaps avoid stuffing yourself with a ton of other candy.” – Clinical […]
(10/23/2019, BU Today) “We know that Americans love their sweets and that it’s contributing to health problems like type 2 diabetes, obesity, and heart disease, to name just a few. But is sugar always bad? Of course not. How can you practice self-control? And is it OK to throw out the sugar rules for one […]
(10/21/19, BU Today) Expert Quote: “Don’t just assume the new options are healthier than the cow.” – Clinical Professor Joan Salge Blake Read the article
(10/25/19, Reuters) Expert Quote: “An eating disorder in an athlete can remain hidden or invisible, and that is where it wreaks havoc. Eating disorders in sport are ‘metabolic injuries’ that, when left untreated, have devastating consequences to physical health, mental health and athletic performance.” – Associate Professor Paula Quatromoni Read the article
On September 25, 2019, doctor of occupational therapy student Kylie Woodall (Sargent ’21) and Clinical Assistant Professor Leanne Yinusa-Nyahkoon attended the 2019 CityMatCH Maternal and Child Health Leadership Conference in Providence, RI. They were invited panel participants and also presented their work on the Gabby Preconception Care system. Developed by researchers at Boston Medical Center (BMC), […]
(9/6/19, BU Today) Karen Jacobs, clinical professor of occupational therapy, offers tips on what to look for when buying a backpack and how to prevent discomfort and pain from a heavy pack. Read the article in BU Today
(9/13/19, The Wall Street Journal) Expert quote: “Many people living with Parkinson’s disease have difficulty exercising on their own because of depression and apathy..The camaraderie is very motivating and helps people stick with it, which is half the battle.” – Terry Ellis, associate professor and chair, Department of Physical Therapy & Athletic Training Read the […]
(9/6/19, BU Today) Stacey Zawacki, director of the Sargent Choice Nutrition Center, offers tips to novice cooks and first-time apartment dwellers on how to shop for fresh produce and protein-rich foods. Read the article in BU Today
(9/11/19, BU Today) Veteran nutritionist Joan Salge Blake, a clinical associate professor of nutrition and host of the podcast Spot On! has six wellness tips for navigating the dining hall. Listen to the podcast
Clinical Professor of Occupational Therapy Karen Jacobs, EdD, OT, OTR, CPE, FAOTA was appointed Sargent College Associate Dean for Digital Learning & Innovation. In this role, Jacobs will leverage her extensive experience developing successful online or hybrid programs. Her efforts in this area recognize BU and Sargent’s increasing efforts in digital learning and will help […]
(Reader’s Digest) Expert quote: “I love them, and they love you,” says Joan Salge Blake, a clinical professor of nutrition at Boston University. “While black olives are about 90 percent fat, it’s healthy fat! I add them to salad because they also add fiber.” Read the Article