Health and Human Services News

Archives for January 2023

Black Girl Talks impact community

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Black History Month is a time to stop and pay tribute to the contributions African Americans have made to the United States. One of the ways Missouri State is paying tribute is by uplifting Black voices who are making a difference in their community.

Dr. Ashley Payne, assistant professor of psychology at Missouri State University, created a mentorship program for local black adolescent girls called Black Girl Talks.

Payne explains the heart behind Black Girl Talks and the difference it’s making in our community.

Black Girl Talks impact community

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Dietitian debunks some nutrition myths

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When it comes to diet and nutrition, there seems to be plenty of myths and misinformation – especially online. For example, don’t eat carbs if you want to lose weight or go on a detox diet to cleanse your body.

Trying to figure out what’s true or not can be challenging.

Addressing a few of these myths is registered dietitian Natalie Allen. She’s also clinical assistant professor of nutrition and dietetics at Missouri State University.

Separate facts from misinformation

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How to jumpstart your wellness goals for the new year

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The start of the new year presents a fresh start for many people. For some, that means setting wellness goals for a healthier future.

The key to a successful start, according to Evonne Bird, is setting realistic, achievable goals. Bird is a certified exercise physiologist and national board-certified health and wellness coach in the McQueary College of Health and Human Services at Missouri State University.

Bird highlights ways to jumpstart these wellness goals and gives recommendations on finding a personal trainer or wellness coach.

How to jumpstart your wellness goals for the new year

Read the full transcript here.