Nutrition labeling regulations introduce United States-Recommended Daily Allowances (RDAs) or higher values than current NRC-RDAs for elderly people. Since few elderly diets met the lower recommendations ways to use the new nutrition information are suggested. (Author/RH)

A weight control program for obese children in Hawaii revealed that success in achieving weight loss was related to birth weight, age at onset of obesity, weight of mother, and school achievement. (Author/RH)

Politics, economics and cultural traditions are considered factors in projects to increase consumption of indigenous foods. Special emphasis is given to breastfeeding infants and drinking coconut milk instead of soft drinks. (Author/BB)

Presents a method for the documentation, quantification, and analysis of individual food belief systems based on a repertory grid instrument. Results of six case studies illustrate the method. Suggests potential use in research and evaluation applications. (Author/DS)

Half of the nutrients evaluated from Basic Four menus did not meet the current recommended allowances. (Author/BB)

The nutritional vulnerability of American elderly citizens is discussed and attention is given to the factors which influence their food and nutrition practices. (SA)

Examines the appropriateness of scaling as a measure of adequacy of dietary patterns of young children and the significance of the mother's subjective evaluation of the child's diet. (Editor/JR)

Discusses energy and nutrient requirements of pregnant women with respect to kcal needs and vitamins B-6, folacin, vitamin E, and intake of certain trace elements. Also discusses nutritional needs of the premature infant and the ways of supplying these nutrients. (MA)

Describes four assessments which preschool children were given to indicate preference for a set of fruits. The research demonstrates the feasibility of obtaining preference data directly from young children. (Author/SA)

Based on food consumption patterns and physiological needs, separate goals for men, women, and children may be necessary. (Author/BB)

The author defines his concept of science and the practice of nutrition. Discusses the problems of nutritional educators and those of the consumer. Describes how the scientific method should provide a sound basis for nutritional education and discusses its appropriateness in evaluating diet and disease theories. (SMB)

Developing a group structure that would be self-sustaining without a program staff was a major objective of this project. Techniques of member involvement, positive reinforcement, and information sharing were important factors leading to weight control group success. (Author/BB)

The cultural, behavioral, and sociopsychological dimensions of role structures were examined in this study of food-related roles of Mexican-American families (N=141 females interviewed) living in South Texas border communities. (DS)