Research Paper Title Longitudinal trends in use of dietary supplements by U.S. Army personnel differ from those of civilians. Background Prevalence and patterns of dietary supplement (DS) use by U.S. Army soldiers differ from the civilian population. Longitudinal trends in use of DSs by civilians have been examined, but are unavailable in subpopulations such as… Read More
“Compared to the Jurched soldiers, the Mongols were much healthier and stronger. The Mongols consumed a steady diet of meat, milk, yoghurt, and other diary products, and they fought men who lived on gruel made from various grains. The grain diet of the peasant soldiers stunted their bones, rotted their teeth, and left them weak… Read More
Research Paper Title ADF Educators Guide to Healthy Eating (ADF EDGE). Executive Summary In 2006, the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) updated the Nutrient Reference Values (NRVs) for Australia and New Zealand (NHMRC, 2006). Recommendations for Military NRVs (MNRVs) were subsequently developed in light of the new NRVs for Australia and New Zealand… Read More
Research Paper Title Quality Assurance of Current Combat Ration Pack Components: 12 Months Progress Report on 2010/11 Ration Packing Program. Abstract The Defence Science and Technology Organisation (DSTO) provides science and technology (S&T) support to the Defence Materiel Organisation (DMO) for the through-life management of combat ration pack (CRP) components. DSTO’s support includes provision of… Read More
Research Paper Title The Primary Care Diagnosis and Management of Bulimia Nervosa and its Relevance in the UK Armed Forces. Abstract Bulimia Nervosa is an eating disorder that is frequently seen in the UK Armed Forces population. In this article the diagnosis, management and clinical considerations of managing this condition in Primary Care in the… Read More
The UK Armed Forces Personal Guide to Nutrition was produced for the MOD by QinetiQ Ltd and was last updated in 2006. The guide is divided into five sections: Eating a balanced diet; Your energy requirements; Your fluid requirements; Operational ration packs; and Sports drinks and food supplements. A copy of the guide can be… Read More
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