Thank you for your interest in Sargent College’s graduate nutrition programs! We can’t wait to connect with you, but first, we encourage you to explore your program of choice! Programs All applicants are considered for merit-based scholarships and graduate assistantships. MS in Nutrition + Dietetic Internship (MS+DI) The MS+DI program (MS in Nutrition + Dietetic Internship) […]
In a new paper in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Assistant Professor of Health Sciences and Global Health Lindsey Locks and co-authors discuss how the dismantling of USAID will have detrimental effects for global nutrition health. The authors argue: The abrupt withdrawal from WHO and subsequent dismantling of USAID are colossal and unforced policy […]
Scholarly, Research, and/or Practice Interests Role of carbohydrates (dietary fiber, whole-grains and sugar) on cardiometabolic risk Genetic predisposition to metabolic risk factors in the presence of high versus low sugar diets Dietary patterns and health and predictors of dietary adherence among followers of popular diets Dietary methodology for population studies and use of novel biomarkers […]
Scholarly, Research, and/or Practical Interests Sara O’Brien is an advanced practice registered dietitian with special areas of interest in clinical nutrition, malnutrition diagnosis, nutrition focused physical exam, nutrition support and critical care. An educator with a passion for healthcare simulation through a nutrition lens. Courses Taught Publications Usmani, Ayman A, O’Brien, Sara, Burns, David L […]
Scholarly, Research, and/or Practice Interests Roles of eating patterns, dietary composition and their interaction effects on energy regulation; Physiological and psychological factors influencing energy balance; Improvement in dietary intake, physical activity and body composition assessment methods. Selected Publications Lists of published works: Google Scholar List of Published Work in MyBibliography (* denotes lead/corresponding authorship) Collins […]
Awards and Honors Award of Merit, Sargent College (2020)
Scholarly, Research, and/or Practice Interests Overweight and obesity prevention in college students; Disordered eating and eating disorders; Nutrition-focused, multi-level health promotion program development Diet-related risk factor management Courses Taught SARHS 395 Food, Supplements, and Consumer Health SARHS 396 Dietary Interventions and Public Health The Sargent Choice Nutrition Center provides clinical learning opportunities for undergraduate and […]
Courses Taught HS366/566 Community Nutrition HS201 Introduction to Nutrition HS789 Theory and Practice in Nutrition Counseling HS811 Nutrition Practicum HS703 Dietetic Internship Scholarly and Practice Interests: Adult Obesity and Weight Management, Cardiovascular Disease, Hypertension, Wellness, Lifestyle Changes, Food Safety, Nutrition Communications (Media) Book Publications Blake, Joan Salge. Nutrition &You, 2nd Edition, 2011. San Francisco: Pearson […]
Scholarly, Research, and/or Practice Interests School-based health promotion and nutrition education Child, adolescent, and adult obesity Diet and chronic disease, specifically cardiovascular disease and metabolic disease Sports nutrition Eating disorders prevention and treatment Dietary assessment Courses Taught HS 408 Mediterranean Diet: Food, Culture and Health HS 384/584 Medical Nutrition Therapy I HS 385/585 Medical Nutrition […]