We’ve all heard the phrase, “It’s in my genes.” Can your diet affect how your genes behave? Yes, it can, according to a field of science known as nutrigenomics. Dr. Amanda Brodeur, Missouri State University associate professor of biomedical sciences, and Natalie Allen, registered dietitian and Missouri State University clinical instructor of biomedical sciences, shed light on … [Read more...] about Exploring the link between food and genes
In icy weather, everyone is in danger of slips and falls. But for older adults, dangerous slips and falls can happen anytime – even in their own homes. Dr. Sue Robinson, physical therapy professor at Missouri State University, wants to prevent these falls. “When you fall, you run the risk of never bouncing back,” Robinson said. She uses technology to assess real versus … [Read more...] about Slippery slope: Keeping senior citizens stable
One of Missouri State University’s fastest growing colleges will soon be under new leadership. Dr. Letitia White-Minnis will begin as interim dean of the McQueary College of Health and Human Services on Jan. 1. She replaces Dr. Helen Reid, who plans to retire Feb. 1 after serving as dean for 10 years. White-Minnis is currently the associate dean of academic programs for the … [Read more...] about McQueary College of Health, Human Services names interim dean
Meal prep is one simple solution to eating healthier and dining out less often. “It’s hard to get dinner on the table when we’re in a rush, so meal prepping is helpful,” said Natalie Allen, clinical instructor of biomedical sciences at Missouri State University. Allen, a registered dietitian, offers two tips to get started: Keep a running grocery list on your smartphone or a … [Read more...] about Bears show how to meal prep
HIV infects about 50,000 people in the United States each year. Twenty-three percent of Americans diagnosed with HIV are simultaneously told they have AIDS. And worldwide, 36.9 million people are living with AIDS. Due to these staggering statistics, Dec. 1 is recognized as World AIDS Day. Dr. Amy Hulme, assistant professor of biomedical sciences at Missouri State University, … [Read more...] about Tiny steps, big discoveries: The future of HIV research