Oral

Inaccurate perceptions of self and diet are barriers to improving behaviors aimed at controlling weight. Identifying specific environmental dietary and physical activity behaviors may influence perceptions to be more accurate. Policy development and implementation are successful when nutrition and physical activity opportunities are allowed to be woven into the culture of the organization. Promotion, education and opportunity are seen as key factors to success.

Session Objectives: 1. Evaluate the effect that affective associations with behaviors and inaccurate perceptions of diet have on interventions promoting adherence to a healthy diet. 2. Describe the process for the successful development, implementation and support of wellness policy within communities and in the workplace.

CE Credits: CME, Health Education (CHES), Nursing