Susan B Roberts
Biographic Data
| ID | 5466780 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Susan B Roberts |
| GIVEN NAMES | Susan B |
| FAMILY NAME | Roberts |
| SIGNATURE | ROBERTS S B |
| AFFILIATIONS | Tufts University |
| ORCID | 0000-0003-1320-8460 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 20 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 30 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 20 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 1998 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2025 |
| H-INDEX | 3 |
A Scoping Review of Eating Behaviors Associated with Weight Status in Black American Adults
Scoring adherence to voluntary restriction diets (SAVoReD) in the Adapt study
Voluntary adoption of popular food-group-restricting diets like Paleo and plant-based diets (PBDs) are often health-motivated. However, unlike the theoretical design of these diets, different levels of dietary adherence may result in different diet quality and bodyweight in real-world settings-a limitation to the efficacy of dietary interventions. Scoring Adherence to Voluntary Restriction Diets (SAVoReD) is a metric to quantify and compare adher…
The impact of a community social marketing campaign on children’s meal orders and consumption
Objective: Restaurants may be important settings for interventions to reduce children’s energy intake. The objective of this study was to test the impact of a parent-focused social marketing campaign to promote healthy children’s meals on calories ordered and consumed by children at quick-service restaurants (QSR). Design: Using a repeated cross-sectional study design, two urban communities were randomised to intervention (IN) v . control (C) con…
Newborn weight change and predictors of underweight in the neonatal period in Guinea‐Bissau, Nepal, Pakistan and Uganda
In low- and middle-income countries (LMIC), growth impairment is common; however, the trajectory of growth over the course of the first month has not been well characterised. To describe newborn growth trajectory and predictors of growth impairment, we assessed growth frequently over the first 30 days among infants born ≥2000 g in Guinea-Bissau, Nepal, Pakistan and Uganda. In this cohort of 741 infants, the mean birth weight was 3036 ± 424 g. For…
Growing and distinct
Objective We examine the size, characteristics, and attitudes of Unaffiliated party registrants as they compare to registrants from the two major parties. Methods We analyze voter registration files, voter history files, and public opinion data from North Carolina. Results Unaffiliated registrants are not simply shadow partisans but, on average, are distinct from two major parties in terms of demographics, political behavior, and political attitu…
Variability in energy expenditure is much greater in males than females
In mammals, trait variation is often reported to be greater among males than females. However, to date, mainly only morphological traits have been studied. Energy expenditure represents the metabolic costs of multiple physical, physiological, and behavioral traits. Energy expenditure could exhibit particularly high greater male variation through a cumulative effect if those traits mostly exhibit greater male variation, or a lack of greater male v…
Food cravings
Reading Ian Shaw's Predator Empire
A pilot and feasibility study to assess children’s consumption in quick-service restaurants using plate waste methodology
Conducting plate waste research in QSRs is feasible and there is concordance with stated calorie information. Consuming foods exclusively from the children's menu may help limit overconsumption in QSRs
Association of nutrition club membership with markers of health
Herbalife NC membership was positively associated with perceived health and measured cardiometabolic benefits. However, causality cannot be inferred from these findings
Effect of glycemic load on eating behavior self-efficacy during weight loss
Relationship of cravings with weight loss and hunger. Results from a 6month worksite weight loss intervention
Estimating total body fat using a skinfold prediction equation in Brazilian children
The PE was more valid for Brazilian children that existing equations, but further studies are needed to assess the validity of this PE in other populations
Energy requirements and aging
Objective To summarise the literature on energy requirements and aging. Design An analysis and review of published data on components of energy expenditure and total energy expenditure (TEE). Setting Data on basal metabolic rate (BMR) and TEE were obtained from the US Institute of Medicine of the National Academies database (all available data from studies published before 2001, collected from 20 researchers willing to provide individual subject …
Stunting and future risk of obesity
There is a fair amount of epidemiological evidence showing that nutritional stunting causes increased risks of obesity. Obesity is increasing dramatically not only in developed countries but also in developing countries, such as Brazil, especially among the poorer. The mere coexistence of undernutrition and obesity among poor people has a great impact, as the burden in the social, economic, and health care systems is remarkable. In addition, an i…
Procedures for screening out inaccurate reports of dietary energy intake
Objective: To review existing methods and illustrate the use of a new, simple method for identifying inaccurate reports of dietary energy intake (rEI). Design: Comparison of rEI with energy requirements estimated by using total energy expenditure predicted (pTEE) from age, weight, height and sex using a previously published equation. Propagation of error calculations was performed and cut-offs for excluding rEI at plus or minus two standard devia…
Peer, Parent, and Media Influences on the Development of Weight Concerns and Frequent Dieting Among Preadolescent and Adolescent Girls and Boys
OBJECTIVE: To assess prospectively the influence of peers, parents, and the media on the development of weight concerns and frequent dieting. DESIGN: Prospective cohort study. SETTING: Questionnaires mailed annually to participants throughout the United States. PARTICIPANTS: One-year follow-up of 6770 girls and 5287 boys who completed questionnaires in 1996 and 1997 and were between 9 and 14 years of age in 1996. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE: Onset of hi…
Why are nutritionally stunted children at increased risk of obesity? Studies of metabolic rate and fat oxidation in shantytown children from São Paulo, Brazil
Returning to the scene
Two studies examined the efficacy of context reinstatement as a reminder in enhancing 5- to 7-year-old children's recall. In Experiment 1, children who had been interviewed shortly after an event were reinterviewed 6 months later. Children exposed to a context reminder 24 hr before the 6-month interview and children interviewed in the event context did not differ but reported significantly more information in a verbal interview than children rece…
Nonsurgical Factors That Influence the Outcome of Bariatric Surgery
OBJECTIVE: Severe obesity (ie, at least 100% overweight or body mass index > or =40 kg/m2) is associated with significant morbidity and increased mortality. It is apparently becoming more common in this country. Conventional weight-loss treatments are usually ineffective for severe obesity and bariatric surgery is recommended as a treatment option. However, longitudinal data on the long-term outcome of bariatric surgery are sparse. Available data…
Stunting and future risk of obesity
There is a fair amount of epidemiological evidence showing that nutritional stunting causes increased risks of obesity. Obesity is increasing dramatically not only in developed countries but also in developing countries, such as Brazil, especially among the poorer. The mere coexistence of undernutrition and obesity among poor people has a great impact, as the burden in the social, economic, and health care systems is remarkable. In addition, an i…
Relationship of cravings with weight loss and hunger. Results from a 6month worksite weight loss intervention
Variability in energy expenditure is much greater in males than females
In mammals, trait variation is often reported to be greater among males than females. However, to date, mainly only morphological traits have been studied. Energy expenditure represents the metabolic costs of multiple physical, physiological, and behavioral traits. Energy expenditure could exhibit particularly high greater male variation through a cumulative effect if those traits mostly exhibit greater male variation, or a lack of greater male v…
Growing and distinct
Objective We examine the size, characteristics, and attitudes of Unaffiliated party registrants as they compare to registrants from the two major parties. Methods We analyze voter registration files, voter history files, and public opinion data from North Carolina. Results Unaffiliated registrants are not simply shadow partisans but, on average, are distinct from two major parties in terms of demographics, political behavior, and political attitu…
Food cravings
Effect of glycemic load on eating behavior self-efficacy during weight loss
Returning to the scene
Two studies examined the efficacy of context reinstatement as a reminder in enhancing 5- to 7-year-old children's recall. In Experiment 1, children who had been interviewed shortly after an event were reinterviewed 6 months later. Children exposed to a context reminder 24 hr before the 6-month interview and children interviewed in the event context did not differ but reported significantly more information in a verbal interview than children rece…
Nonsurgical Factors That Influence the Outcome of Bariatric Surgery
OBJECTIVE: Severe obesity (ie, at least 100% overweight or body mass index > or =40 kg/m2) is associated with significant morbidity and increased mortality. It is apparently becoming more common in this country. Conventional weight-loss treatments are usually ineffective for severe obesity and bariatric surgery is recommended as a treatment option. However, longitudinal data on the long-term outcome of bariatric surgery are sparse. Available data…
Returning to the scene
Two studies examined the efficacy of context reinstatement as a reminder in enhancing 5- to 7-year-old children's recall. In Experiment 1, children who had been interviewed shortly after an event were reinterviewed 6 months later. Children exposed to a context reminder 24 hr before the 6-month interview and children interviewed in the event context did not differ but reported significantly more information in a verbal interview than children rece…
Why are nutritionally stunted children at increased risk of obesity? Studies of metabolic rate and fat oxidation in shantytown children from São Paulo, Brazil
Peer, Parent, and Media Influences on the Development of Weight Concerns and Frequent Dieting Among Preadolescent and Adolescent Girls and Boys
OBJECTIVE: To assess prospectively the influence of peers, parents, and the media on the development of weight concerns and frequent dieting. DESIGN: Prospective cohort study. SETTING: Questionnaires mailed annually to participants throughout the United States. PARTICIPANTS: One-year follow-up of 6770 girls and 5287 boys who completed questionnaires in 1996 and 1997 and were between 9 and 14 years of age in 1996. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE: Onset of hi…
Procedures for screening out inaccurate reports of dietary energy intake
Objective: To review existing methods and illustrate the use of a new, simple method for identifying inaccurate reports of dietary energy intake (rEI). Design: Comparison of rEI with energy requirements estimated by using total energy expenditure predicted (pTEE) from age, weight, height and sex using a previously published equation. Propagation of error calculations was performed and cut-offs for excluding rEI at plus or minus two standard devia…
Stunting and future risk of obesity
There is a fair amount of epidemiological evidence showing that nutritional stunting causes increased risks of obesity. Obesity is increasing dramatically not only in developed countries but also in developing countries, such as Brazil, especially among the poorer. The mere coexistence of undernutrition and obesity among poor people has a great impact, as the burden in the social, economic, and health care systems is remarkable. In addition, an i…
Energy requirements and aging
Objective To summarise the literature on energy requirements and aging. Design An analysis and review of published data on components of energy expenditure and total energy expenditure (TEE). Setting Data on basal metabolic rate (BMR) and TEE were obtained from the US Institute of Medicine of the National Academies database (all available data from studies published before 2001, collected from 20 researchers willing to provide individual subject …
Estimating total body fat using a skinfold prediction equation in Brazilian children
The PE was more valid for Brazilian children that existing equations, but further studies are needed to assess the validity of this PE in other populations
Relationship of cravings with weight loss and hunger. Results from a 6month worksite weight loss intervention
Effect of glycemic load on eating behavior self-efficacy during weight loss
A pilot and feasibility study to assess children’s consumption in quick-service restaurants using plate waste methodology
Conducting plate waste research in QSRs is feasible and there is concordance with stated calorie information. Consuming foods exclusively from the children's menu may help limit overconsumption in QSRs
Association of nutrition club membership with markers of health
Herbalife NC membership was positively associated with perceived health and measured cardiometabolic benefits. However, causality cannot be inferred from these findings
Reading Ian Shaw's Predator Empire
Food cravings
Newborn weight change and predictors of underweight in the neonatal period in Guinea‐Bissau, Nepal, Pakistan and Uganda
In low- and middle-income countries (LMIC), growth impairment is common; however, the trajectory of growth over the course of the first month has not been well characterised. To describe newborn growth trajectory and predictors of growth impairment, we assessed growth frequently over the first 30 days among infants born ≥2000 g in Guinea-Bissau, Nepal, Pakistan and Uganda. In this cohort of 741 infants, the mean birth weight was 3036 ± 424 g. For…
Growing and distinct
Objective We examine the size, characteristics, and attitudes of Unaffiliated party registrants as they compare to registrants from the two major parties. Methods We analyze voter registration files, voter history files, and public opinion data from North Carolina. Results Unaffiliated registrants are not simply shadow partisans but, on average, are distinct from two major parties in terms of demographics, political behavior, and political attitu…
Variability in energy expenditure is much greater in males than females
In mammals, trait variation is often reported to be greater among males than females. However, to date, mainly only morphological traits have been studied. Energy expenditure represents the metabolic costs of multiple physical, physiological, and behavioral traits. Energy expenditure could exhibit particularly high greater male variation through a cumulative effect if those traits mostly exhibit greater male variation, or a lack of greater male v…
The impact of a community social marketing campaign on children’s meal orders and consumption
Objective: Restaurants may be important settings for interventions to reduce children’s energy intake. The objective of this study was to test the impact of a parent-focused social marketing campaign to promote healthy children’s meals on calories ordered and consumed by children at quick-service restaurants (QSR). Design: Using a repeated cross-sectional study design, two urban communities were randomised to intervention (IN) v . control (C) con…
A Scoping Review of Eating Behaviors Associated with Weight Status in Black American Adults
Scoring adherence to voluntary restriction diets (SAVoReD) in the Adapt study
Voluntary adoption of popular food-group-restricting diets like Paleo and plant-based diets (PBDs) are often health-motivated. However, unlike the theoretical design of these diets, different levels of dietary adherence may result in different diet quality and bodyweight in real-world settings-a limitation to the efficacy of dietary interventions. Scoring Adherence to Voluntary Restriction Diets (SAVoReD) is a metric to quantify and compare adher…
Medicine (14 works) · Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet (11 works) · Psychology (10 works) · Demography (9 works) · Obesity (9 works) · Internal Medicine (8 works) · Environmental health (7 works) · Overweight (7 works) · Nutritional Studies and Diet (6 works) · Body mass index (5 works)