Menstrual health in servicewomen: The Menstrual Cycle, menstrual disturbances, and occupational consequences

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Most women serving in the military do so during their reproductive life and enter service at a young gynecological age. This review provides an overview of …

Dietary sodium and potassium intake and risk of diabetes in the Million Veteran Program

Abstract: BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVE: Studies show an association between elevated blood pressure, obesity, and insulin resistance with an higher risk of developing diabetes. As sodium …

Military health and nutrition examination study (MHANES): Assessment of dietary intake and estimated energy requirements in U.S. Army soldiers

Abstract:Learning Outcome: Describe the 24-hour dietary recall data and estimate energy requirements in US Army Soldiers as part of the Military Health and Nutrition Examination …

A qualitative study to investigate the nutrition perspectives and experiences of Veterans with CKD

Background: CKD affects susceptible populations at higher rates than the general public. Dietary adherence, quality, and behaviors play a crucial role in CKD and chronic disease …

Nutrition interventions to improve the military nutrition environment positively impacts service members

Abstract: Introduction: This systematic review examines dietary interventions in the military nutrition environment (MNE) to support the health and performance of service members …

The role of nutrition in mild traumatic brain injury rehabilitation for service members and Veterans

Abstract: Background: Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense (DOD) acknowledge that nutrition may be a modifier of mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) sequelae. Military …

Military family perspectives on enrollment and engagement in the WIC program

Abstract: Introduction: One in four U.S. service members endorses food insecurity. The Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is an invaluable, …

Nutrition and Food Security Among Veterans: Operationalizing Nutritional Functioning

Abstract: Objective: To assess injured military veterans' experiences, beliefs and daily physical and psychosocial functioning in relation to food and nutrition. Design: We used a …

Nutritional Functioning after Mild Traumatic Brain Injury in Military Veterans: Operationalizing a New Approach

Abstract: To use the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) to operationalize ?nutritional functioning? in military veterans with mild brain …

Diet quality is associated with nutrition knowledge and physical activity in the US military Veterans enrolled in university programmes

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Military veterans are at greater risk for chronic medical conditions, many of which are associated with greater body mass index (BMI). Detrimental changes …

Nutrition knowledge is associated with diet quality among US Army soldiers

Abstract: Objective: Examine the relationship between nutrition knowledge, diet quality, and eating behavior among active-duty US Army Soldiers. Methods: Cross-sectional study with …

Sex differences in iron status during military training: A prospective cohort study of longitudinal changes and associations with endurance performance and musculoskeletal outcomes

Abstract: This study investigated sex differences in Fe status, and associations between Fe status and endurance and musculoskeletal outcomes, in military training. In total, 2277 …