Journal Club – Contaminants in our Water and Environment (Lead, Arsenic, Fluoride)

Learning Objectives

Contaminants in our Water and Environment (Lead, Arsenic, Fluoride)

1. Discuss What Role Does Nutrition Play in the Prevention or Treatment of Childhood Lead Poisoning? JAND Nov.2012 p.1916

2. Visit the KUB website (www.kub.org) for the latest report of Knoxville water quality

3. Review the Knoxville News Sentinel article How Safe is local drinking water? Aug. 7, 2017

Morning Journal Club – Study Group

KAND Journal Club has been in existence for over 40 years, meeting in members’ homes once a month for 2 hours each from October to May, except December.  In May, we decide on topics for the next year and apply for prior approval over the summer.  Participants search for articles on the topic and everyone adds to the discussion.  We use JADA articles, Mayo Clinic Proceedings, Nutrition Newsletters (e.g. Tufts), NY Times Science Section and ADA information, plus the internet.

Topics have included Metabolic Syndrome, Diabetes—all aspects, Food Safety, Cancer Prevention, Nutrition Guidelines, Eating Disorders, Childhood Obesity, etc.

Chairman: Joan Dow Scott, M.S., LPN

Attendance & RSVP: 2 CEU’s available per session. All registered dietitians are welcome to participate. Please contact Joan (577-4003) or Marge (588-0085) for location and to RSVP.

Meeting Time: 9:30 – 11:30 am

Subject Content for 2017-2018   

October 4 | USDA Current School Food Requirements 

November 1 | Understanding Weight Management and Fat Physiology

January 3 | Feeding the Athlete

February 7 | Effects of Food Choices on Oral Health

March 7 | Foods (Diet) Recommendations for Thyroid and Autoimmune Conditions

April 4 | Contaminants in our Water and Environment (Lead, Arsenic, Fluoride)

May 2 | Recommended Uses of Fiber Supplements, Snack Foods, and New Food/Supplement Products