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Optimizing Health & Nutrition Equity: The Role of Dairy Foods and Lactose-Free Milk Options in Schools

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June 5, 2024

Join us for an insightful webinar where experts will delve into the role of dairy foods in helping to improve health outcomes for children and adolescents. Dr. Priscilla Mpasi, Medical Director for Delaware Medicaid Partners (ACO) and the Clinically Integrated Network and a primary care pediatrician at ChristianaCare Health, will explore the pervasive health and nutrition disparities faced by people of color, shedding light on impacts of "under-nutrition", "over-nutrition" and food insecurity. Discover evidence-based strategies to address health disparities through healthy eating patterns, with a focus on the contribution of dairy foods. Dr. Mpasi will also address lactose intolerance and how it affects nutrition outcomes, as well as practical tips and solutions for effective management.

Jessica Shelly, Director of Dinning Services at Cincinnati Public Schools, and Lisa Hatch, Vice President of Business Development at National Dairy Council, will provide an overview of a breakthrough lactose-free shelf stable dairy milk pilot conducted in Cincinnati Public Schools. Results indicate incredible potential to address the gap in lactose-free options available in school meals. Jessica will provide firsthand experience from a successful pilot implementation in a diverse school district, offering valuable insights and lessons learned. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain knowledge, exchange ideas, and explore solutions aimed at improving health and nutrition equity for students.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
1) Discuss health and nutrition disparities impacting health outcomes in children and adolescents.
2) Explain the role of dairy foods for growth and development during childhood and adolescence.
3) Identify education and nutrition intervention strategies that target misconceptions about lactose intolerance and the potential unintended nutritional consequences of certain restrictive diets.
4) Evaluate the potential of lactose-free dairy milk options in schools to expand choices and ensure equitable access for all children.

EARNING CEUs
SNA CEUs:
1.0
Key Area 1000: Nutrition
Key Topic 1100: Menu Planning

Thank you NDC for supporting this webinar!

Contributors

  • Jessica Shelly, MBA, SNS, REHS

    Director of Student Dining Services
    Cincinnati Public Schools
    Cincinnati, OH

  • Priscilla Mpasi, M.D., FAAP

    Pediatrician, School-Based Health Centers Medical Director,
    Delaware Medicaid Partners (ACO)
    ChristianaCare Health System

  • Lisa Hatch

    Vice President of Business Development, School Channel
    National Dairy Council

June 5, 2024
Wed 3:00 PM EDT

Duration 1H 15M

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