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Updated: June 6th, 2025 05:01

2025 article

Plan, Track, and Live Mindfully: Insights from the Eat Smart, Move More, Prevent Diabetes Program

McCallum, E., Nordby, K., Aggarwal, S., Lavelle, C., Thomas, C., & Dunn, C. (2025, May 14). Diabetology, Vol. 6.

By: E. McCallum n, K. Nordby n, S. Aggarwal n, C. Lavelle n, C. Thomas* & C. Dunn n

author keywords: prediabetes; type 2 diabetes; lifestyle-change program; theory of planned behavior; planning; tracking; mindfulness
topics (OpenAlex): Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet; Obesity and Health Practices; Diet and metabolism studies
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: June 2, 2025

2025 article

The Associations Between Physical Activity and Skin Carotenoid Levels in a Small Sample of Preschoolers: A Pilot Study

Hasan, F., Swift, D., Kuenze, C., You, W., Zoellner, J., Nguyen, A. J., … Kranz, S. (2025, February 5). Childhood Obesity.

author keywords: antioxidant; carotenoids; physical activity; preschool
topics (OpenAlex): Antioxidant Activity and Oxidative Stress; Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet; Exercise and Physiological Responses
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Source: Web Of Science
Added: February 17, 2025

2023 article

Enrollment, Engagement, and Effectiveness of a Large-Scale Diabetes Prevention Program Using Synchronous Distance Technology

Collins, C., McCallum, E., Nordby, K., Aggarwal, S., Griffith, E., Thomas, C., & Dunn, C. (2023, December 11). Diabetology, Vol. 4, pp. 574–585.

By: C. Collins n, E. McCallum n, K. Nordby n, S. Aggarwal n, E. Griffith n, C. Thomas*, C. Dunn n

author keywords: prediabetes; national DPP; synchronous distance technology; distance learning delivery mode; lifestyle change program; diabetes prevention recognition program (DPRP)
topics (OpenAlex): Diabetes Management and Education; Mobile Health and mHealth Applications; Diabetes Management and Research
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: January 16, 2024

2018 journal article

Mindfulness Approaches and Weight Loss, Weight Maintenance, and Weight Regain

Current Obesity Reports, 7(1), 37–49.

By: C. Dunn n, M. Haubenreiser*, M. Johnson n, K. Nordby n, S. Aggarwal n, S. Myer n, C. Thomas*

author keywords: Mindful eating; Weight; Weight loss; Weight maintenance; Weight regain; Obesity; Overweight; Mindfulness; Awareness; Meditation; Acceptance-based behavior therapy (ABBT); Mindfulness-based stress reduction; Literature review
MeSH headings : Body Weight Maintenance; Feeding Behavior; Humans; Mindfulness; Obesity; Weight Gain; Weight Loss
topics (OpenAlex): Mindfulness and Compassion Interventions; Eating Disorders and Behaviors; Dietary Effects on Health
TL;DR: This review demonstrates strong support for inclusion of mindful eating as a component of weight management programs and may provide substantial benefit to the treatment of overweight and obesity. (via Semantic Scholar)
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5. Gender Equality (Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2018 journal article

The Buddy Benefit: Increasing the Effectiveness of an Employee-Targeted Weight-Loss Program

Journal of Health Communication, 23(3), 272–280.

By: R. Dailey*, L. Romo n, S. Myer n, C. Thomas*, S. Aggarwal n, K. Nordby n, M. Johnson n, C. Dunn n

MeSH headings : Adult; Aged; Body Mass Index; Family / psychology; Female; Friends / psychology; Humans; Interpersonal Relations; Male; Middle Aged; Occupational Health Services; Program Evaluation; Psychological Theory; Sexual Partners / psychology; Social Support; Weight Loss; Weight Reduction Programs; Young Adult
topics (OpenAlex): Behavioral Health and Interventions; Eating Disorders and Behaviors; Obesity and Health Practices
TL;DR: It was found that a combination of high accepting and high challenging messages from buddies was associated with the greatest decrease in body mass index (BMI) as well as the greatest reduction in waist size. (via Semantic Scholar)
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5. Gender Equality (Web of Science)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: June 6, 2020

2017 journal article

Color Me Healthy for SNAP-Ed Supplemental Toolkit: A Comprehensive Approach to the Social-Ecological Model

Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, 49(7), S53.

By: J. Wass n, G. Hofing n, L. Goolsby n, L. Haynes-Maslow n & C. Dunn n

topics (OpenAlex): Dye analysis and toxicity
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: February 20, 2020

2017 journal article

EFNEP's Families Eating Smart and Moving More: Integration of Video, Social Media, and PSE in EFNEP Delivery

Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, 49(7), S54–S55.

By: L. Jones n, C. Dunn n, E. Foley n, M. Burghardt*, L. Rhew*, S. van Rijn n, J. Cialone*, K. Andersen*, S. Vodika*

topics (OpenAlex): Food Security and Health in Diverse Populations; Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet; Urban Agriculture and Sustainability
Source: Crossref
Added: February 24, 2020

2016 journal article

Behaviors Predictive of Weight Loss Maintenance: Six-Month Follow up of an Online Weight Management Program

Obesity: Open Access, 2(3).

By: S. Thompson*, C. Dunn, S. Aggarwal, S. Tchwenko, A. Wang, J. Rushing, C. Thomas, K. Nordby, C. Allision

topics (OpenAlex): Obesity and Health Practices
TL;DR: The identified mindfulness and healthy eating behaviors should be emphasized throughout a weight management curriculum to encourage participants to adopt behaviors that will contribute to their sustained success. (via Semantic Scholar)
Source: Crossref
Added: July 10, 2019

2015 journal article

Offering a free online program to maintain weight over the holiday season

Journal of Extension, 53(5).

By: M. Johnson, C. Dunn, C. Thomas, S. Aggarwal, K. Nordby, S. Thompson, S. Myer

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: July 28, 2019

2015 journal article

Using synchronous distance education to deliver a weight loss intervention: A randomized trial

Obesity, 24(1), 44–50.

By: C. Dunn n, O. Olabode-Dada*, L. Whetstone*, C. Thomas*, S. Aggarwal n, K. Nordby n, S. Thompson*, M. Johnson n, C. Allison n

MeSH headings : Adult; Body Mass Index; Body Weight; Education, Distance / methods; Female; Humans; Internet; Male; Middle Aged; Obesity / therapy; Patient Education as Topic / methods; Pilot Projects; Weight Loss; Weight Reduction Programs / methods
topics (OpenAlex): Mobile Health and mHealth Applications; Physical Activity and Health; Eating Disorders and Behaviors
TL;DR: To implement a randomized trial to evaluate the effectiveness of a weight loss program delivered using synchronous distance education compared with a wait‐list control group with 6‐month follow‐up. (via Semantic Scholar)
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4. Quality Education (OpenAlex)
Sources: Web Of Science, Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2014 chapter

Move More Scholars Institute

In R. Pate & D. Buchner (Eds.), Implementing Physical Activity Strategies. Champaign, ILL: Human Kinetics.

By: L. Rhew, C. Thomas, K. Peach, C. Dunn, J. Newkirk, D. Ward, A. Vaughn

Ed(s): R. Pate & D. Buchner

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: July 10, 2019

2014 journal article

Price, Nutrition, Time, and Other Trade-Offs: A Web-Based Food Value Analysis Application to Compare Foods at Different Levels of Preparation and Processing

Nutrition Today, 49(4), 176–184.

By: M. Muth*, S. Karns*, M. Zmuda*, M. Coglaiti*, M. Koyanagi*, K. Duffey*, C. Dunn n, H. Jensen*, C. Gregory*

topics (OpenAlex): Consumer Attitudes and Food Labeling; Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet; Sodium Intake and Health
TL;DR: A Web-based application for use by nutrition educators was developed to help individuals compare foods prepared from home recipes with those for other forms of food, and can be used to evaluate differences in prices of fresh or processed foods. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Crossref, ORCID
Added: July 28, 2019

2014 journal article

Using Synchronous Distance-Education Technology to Deliver a Weight Management Intervention

Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, 46(6), 602–609.

By: C. Dunn n, L. Whetstone*, K. Kolasa*, K. Jayaratne n, C. Thomas*, S. Aggarwal n, K. Nordby n, K. Riley

author keywords: adult; body mass index; Internet; obesity; overweight
MeSH headings : Adult; Body Mass Index; Cohort Studies; Combined Modality Therapy; Diet, Reducing; Education, Distance; Feasibility Studies; Female; Humans; Internet; Male; Motivation; Motor Activity; North Carolina; Nutrition Policy; Nutritional Sciences / education; Obesity / diet therapy; Obesity / therapy; Overweight / diet therapy; Overweight / therapy; Patient Education as Topic; Self Efficacy; Telemedicine; Weight Loss
topics (OpenAlex): Mobile Health and mHealth Applications; Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet
TL;DR: Synchronous online delivery could be employed with no loss to improvements in BMI, weight, and waist circumference and the feasibility of using synchronous distance-education technology to deliver a weight management program is demonstrated. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Sources: Web Of Science, Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2014 journal article

Utility of a New Food Value Analysis Application to Evaluate Trade-offs When Making Food Selections

Nutrition Today, 49(4), 185–195.

By: A. Kretser*, C. Dunn n, R. DeVirgiliis* & K. Levine n

topics (OpenAlex): Consumer Attitudes and Food Labeling; Sensory Analysis and Statistical Methods; Nutritional Studies and Diet
TL;DR: This analysis demonstrates how the application can be used to compare differences among similar foods of different levels of processing, and Nutrition professionals can use the application to help consumers make appropriate trade-offs and reach dietary goals, while accommodating differences in cooking skills as well as time and budgetary constraints. (via Semantic Scholar)
Source: Crossref
Added: June 15, 2019

2013 journal article

Delivering a Behavior-Change Weight Management Program to Teachers and State Employees in North Carolina

American Journal of Health Promotion, 27(6), 378–383.

By: C. Dunn n, L. Whetstone, K. Kolasa, K. Jayaratne*, C. Thomas, S. Aggarwal*, C. Herget, A. Rogers

author keywords: Weight Management; Worksite; Mindfulness; Behavior Change; Prevention Research
MeSH headings : Adult; Aged; Aged, 80 and over; Body Mass Index; Diet, Reducing; Faculty; Female; Health Promotion / organization & administration; Humans; Male; Middle Aged; North Carolina; State Government; Surveys and Questionnaires; Young Adult
topics (OpenAlex): Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet; Health and Lifestyle Studies; Eating Disorders and Behaviors
TL;DR: This project demonstrated the feasibility of implementing a behavior change–based weight management program at the worksite to achieve positive outcomes related to weight, blood pressure, healthy eating, and physical activity behaviors. (via Semantic Scholar)
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5. Gender Equality (Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2013 article

Development of a Movement and State Plan for Obesity Prevention, Eat Smart, Move More North Carolina

Dunn, C., & Kolasa, K. M. (2013, September 8). Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior.

By: C. Dunn n & K. Kolasa*

author keywords: obesity; public health; environment; policy
MeSH headings : Health Policy; Healthy People Programs; Humans; North Carolina; Obesity / prevention & control; Public Health / methods
topics (OpenAlex): Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet; Food Security and Health in Diverse Populations; Global Public Health Policies and Epidemiology
TL;DR: This report outlines the evolution of the Eat Smart, Move More North Carolina movement and publications in support of the movement, including North Carolina's Plan to Address Obesity: Healthy Weight and Healthy Communities, 2013-2020. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

2013 journal article

Everyday Eating: What Drives Consumer's Food Decisions?

Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, 45(4), S12.

By: C. Dunn n, M. Muth* & A. Kretser*

topics (OpenAlex): Consumer Attitudes and Food Labeling; Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet; Culinary Culture and Tourism
Source: Crossref
Added: August 28, 2020

2013 book

Nutrition decisions: Eat smart, move more

Burlington, Massachusetts: Jones & Bartlett Learning.

By: C. Dunn

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2013 journal article

Randomized Controlled Trial Targeting Obesity-Related Behaviors: Better Together Healthy Caswell County

Preventing Chronic Disease, 10.

By: J. Zoellner*, J. Hill, K. Grier*, C. Chau*, D. Kopec*, B. Price*, C. Dunn n

MeSH headings : Community-Based Participatory Research; Counseling; Diet; Exercise; Female; Health Education; Healthy People Programs; Humans; Male; North Carolina; Obesity / therapy; Pilot Projects; Rural Population
topics (OpenAlex): Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet; Health and Lifestyle Studies; Eating Disorders and Behaviors
TL;DR: This 15-week randomized controlled pilot study demonstrates feasibility for a larger scale CBPR obesity trial targeting underserved residents affected by health disparities and signifies successful collaboration among community and academic partners engaged in a CBPR coalition. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2013 article

SNAP-Ed Steps to Health Inspires Third Graders to Eat Smart and Move More

Hecht, L., Wass, J., Kelly, L., Clevenger-Firley, E., & Dunn, C. (2013, May 9). Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior.

By: L. Hecht n, J. Wass n, L. Kelly*, E. Clevenger-Firley* & C. Dunn n

MeSH headings : Child; Exercise; Food Labeling; Health Education / methods; Health Promotion / methods; Humans; Nutritive Value; School Health Services; Students
topics (OpenAlex): Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet; Early Childhood Education and Development; Child Nutrition and Feeding Issues
TL;DR: North Carolina State University's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program–Education (SNAP-Ed) Steps to Health (STH) Third-Grade Program seeks to educate and inspire limited resource third-grade students and their families across North Carolina to eat smart and move more. (via Semantic Scholar)
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2012 journal article

Applying Best Practices: Designing an Original SNAP-Ed Program without Reinventing the Wheel

Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, 44(4), S70.

By: J. Wass n, L. Hecht, L. Kelly, E. Clevenger-Firley & C. Dunn*

topics (OpenAlex): Dietetics, Nutrition, and Education; Food Security and Health in Diverse Populations
Source: Crossref
Added: August 28, 2020

2012 journal article

Engaging Young Eaters to Explore Their Senses with Color Me Healthy for SNAP-Ed

Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, 44(4), S28–S29.

By: L. Kelly n, J. Wass, L. Hecth, E. Clevenger-Firley & C. Dunn*

topics (OpenAlex): Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet
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2. Zero Hunger (OpenAlex)
Source: Crossref
Added: August 28, 2020

2011 journal article

Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less a weight management program for adults – revision of curriculum based on first year pilot

Journal of Extension, 49(6).

By: C. Dunn, K. Kolasa, S. Vodicka, L. Schneider, C. Thomas, C. Smith, C. Lackey

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: December 29, 2020

2011 journal article

Effects of a behavior-based weight management program delivered through a state cooperative extension and local public health department network, North Carolina, 2008-2009

Preventing Chronic Disease, 8(4).

By: L. Whetstone, K. Kolasa, C. Dunn, K. Jayaratne, S. Vodicka, L. Schneider, C. Thomas, M. Staveren, S. Aggarwal, C. Lackey

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2011 journal article

Establishing worksite wellness programs for North Carolina government employees, 2008

Preventing Chronic Disease, 8(2).

By: S. Young, J. Halladay, M. Plescia, C. Herget & C. Dunn

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2011 article

Increasing Fruit and Vegetable Consumption among Preschoolers: Evaluation of Color Me Healthy

Witt, K. E., & Dunn, C. (2011, September 18). Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior.

By: K. Witt* & C. Dunn n

author keywords: nutrition education; child care; fruit; vegetable; child
MeSH headings : Analysis of Variance; Animal Nutrition Sciences / education; Child Day Care Centers; Child, Preschool; Feeding Behavior; Female; Fruit; Health Behavior; Health Education / methods; Humans; Male; Vegetables
topics (OpenAlex): Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet; Consumer Attitudes and Food Labeling; Child Nutrition and Water Access
TL;DR: It is suggested that CMH may be used in child care settings for developing healthful eating habits and group assignment (ie, CMH or control) was the only significant predictor of fruit and vegetable consumption. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

2011 journal article

NC Cooperative Extension Service and SNAP-Ed Inspire Third Graders across North Carolina to Eat Smart and Move More

Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, 43(4), S7–S8.

By: L. Hecht n, J. Williams & C. Dunn*

topics (OpenAlex): Diverse Educational Innovations Studies
Source: Crossref
Added: August 28, 2020

2011 journal article

Rethinking Nutrition: Connecting Science and Practice in Early Childhood Settings

Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, 43(3), 207.e5.

By: C. Dunn n

topics (OpenAlex): Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet; Child and Adolescent Health
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2. Zero Hunger (OpenAlex)
Source: Crossref
Added: December 29, 2020

2010 report

Integrating learning, discovery, and engagement through the scholarship of engagement

In Technical Report- Not held in TRLN member libraries. Raleigh, NC: NCSU Office of Extension, Engagement, and Economic Development.

By: T. Engagement

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2010 journal article

“Take off 4-Health”: Innovative Strategies to Improve Wellness in Adolescents

Journal of the American Dietetic Association, 110(9), A91.

By: N. Harris*, A. Briley*, D. Collier*, C. Dunn n, Y. Crawford*, S. Henes*, S. Kinner*, K. Kolasa*, L. Lutes*, L. Scripture n

topics (OpenAlex): Dietetics, Nutrition, and Education; Nutrition, Genetics, and Disease; School Health and Nursing Education
TL;DR: The nutrition curriculum for a 3 week residential camp for adolescents with health risks related to obesity or type 2 diabetes is presented and the curriculum includes a camper meal card six lessons based on strategies associated with healthy weight meal time tips. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2. Zero Hunger (OpenAlex)
Source: Crossref
Added: August 28, 2020

2009 journal article

Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less: A Community-Based Weight Management Program for Adults

Journal of the American Dietetic Association, 109(9), A88.

By: S. Vodicka*, K. Kolasa*, C. Dunn*, C. Thomas*, L. Schneider* & C. Smith*

topics (OpenAlex): Obesity and Health Practices; Dietetics, Nutrition, and Education
TL;DR: The program was developed by a unique partnerships of the NC Cooperative Extension Serive the NC Division of Public Health and the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. (via Semantic Scholar)
Source: Crossref
Added: August 28, 2020

2007 journal article

P67

Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, 39(4), S130.

By: L. Jones n, C. Dunn n, J. Cialone* & C. Thomas*

topics (OpenAlex): Education, Sociology, Communication Studies; Diverse Educational Innovations Studies
Source: Crossref
Added: August 28, 2020

2006 journal article

Design and implementation of a nutrition and physical activity curriculum for child care settings

Preventing Chronic Disease, 3(2), 58.

By: C. Dunn, C. Thomas, D. Ward, L. Pegram, K. Webber & C. Cullitan

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2006 journal article

P14

Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, 38(4), S21.

By: C. Dunn n, K. Andersen*, J. Cialone*, C. Thomas*, S. Vodicka*, J. Newkirk*, A. Hardison*, R. Ritzman*

topics (OpenAlex): Diverse Educational Innovations Studies
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 28, 2020

2005 article

Women Living Healthy, Women Living Well: Digital Solutions for Living Your Best Life

Dunn, C., Thomas, C., & Reid, I. (2005, July 1). Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior.

By: C. Dunn n, C. Thomas* & I. Reid

MeSH headings : Adult; Exercise / physiology; Female; Health Promotion; Humans; Nutritional Sciences / education; Public Health / education; Women's Health
topics (OpenAlex): Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet; Global Public Health Policies and Epidemiology; Health and Lifestyle Studies
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Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

2004 article

Color Me Healthy, Preschoolers Moving and Eating Healthfully

Dunn, C., Thomas, C., Pegram, L., Ward, D., & Schmal, S. (2004, November 1). Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior.

By: C. Dunn n, C. Thomas*, L. Pegram n, D. Ward* & S. Schmal n

MeSH headings : Child, Preschool; Color; Eating / psychology; Feeding Behavior / psychology; Health Education / methods; Humans; Music; Nutritional Sciences / education
topics (OpenAlex): Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet; Eating Disorders and Behaviors
TL;DR: This study highlights the need to understand more fully the importance of physical activity and nutrition in the diet of children under the age of 13. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

2004 article

SyberShop: Digital Solutions for Eating Healthy and Being Active

Dunn, C., Thomas, C., Greene, C., & Pegram, L. (2004, November 1). Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior.

By: C. Dunn n, C. Thomas*, C. Greene* & L. Pegram*

MeSH headings : Attitude to Health; Computers; Diet; Exercise / physiology; Exercise / psychology; Health Behavior; Health Promotion / methods; Humans; Nutritional Sciences / education; Self Efficacy; Software
topics (OpenAlex): Eating Disorders and Behaviors; Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet; Mobile Health and mHealth Applications
UN Sustainable Development Goals Color Wheel
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2. Zero Hunger (OpenAlex)
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

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