Nutrition Education to Reduce Metabolic Dysfunction for Spinal Cord Injury: A Module-Based Nutrition Education Guide for Healthcare Providers and Consumers

Spinal cord injury can lead to metabolic problems and weight gain due to reduced energy expenditure. This article reviews nutrition guidelines and offers a module-based education guide. The guide aims to help healthcare providers and individuals with SCI understand how to eat a balanced diet to avoid obesity and other health issues. The modules cover various aspects of nutrition, including the MyPlate guidelines, macronutrients, micronutrients, and practical tips for healthy eating.

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  Persons with SCI often have poor dietary intakes, not meeting recommended guidelines for fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
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  Higher conformance to dietary guidelines, as assessed by the Healthy Eating Index, is associated with better fasting glucose profiles.
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  Nutrition education for both healthcare professionals and consumers is needed to mitigate the risks of SCI- and diet-related co-morbidities.