Everyday nutrition for individuals with spinal cord injury.

Abstract: This webcast features reasons, tips, and resources on why nutrition is important after a spinal cord injury (SCI). Because of increased risks of developing specific medical complications as well as the physical challenges of shopping and meal preparation, nutrition plays an important role in the well-being of people living with SCI. Topics discussed include: general guidelines for weight control, protein recommendations, bone health, nutrition supplements, physical activity, steps toward healthier eating, food preparation, and cookbooks. Running time: 58:00.
NARIC Accession Number: O18267.  What's this?
Author(s): Barton, Vickeri; Kim, Susie.
Project Number: H133N060033.
Publisher(s): Northwest Regional Spinal Cord Injury System University of Washington Rehabilitation Medicine, Box 356490 Seattle, WA 98195 800/366-5643.
Publication Year: 2011.
Descriptor Terms: AUDIOVISUAL MATERIALS, DAILY LIVING, HEALTH PROMOTION, NUTRITION, QUALITY OF LIFE, SELF CARE, SPINAL CORD INJURIES.