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Anthropology of Food and Nutrition, Volume 3, Food for Health, Food for Wealth
written by Lynn Harbottle, fl. 2000, in Anthropology of Food and Nutrition, Volume 3 (New York, NY: Berghahn Books, 2004, originally published 2000), 193 page(s)
Food and eating practices are central to current sociological and anthropological concerns about the body, health, consumption, and identity. This study explores the importance of these themes as they intersect with processes of globalization and cultural production within a specific group of consumers, British Sh...
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written by Lynn Harbottle, fl. 2000, in Anthropology of Food and Nutrition, Volume 3 (New York, NY: Berghahn Books, 2004, originally published 2000), 193 page(s)
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Food and eating practices are central to current sociological and anthropological concerns about the body, health, consumption, and identity. This study explores the importance of these themes as they intersect with processes of globalization and cultural production within a specific group of consumers, British Sh'ite Iranians. Through the analysis of the consumption practices of this particular migrant group, this book illustrates how both the n...
Food and eating practices are central to current sociological and anthropological concerns about the body, health, consumption, and identity. This study explores the importance of these themes as they intersect with processes of globalization and cultural production within a specific group of consumers, British Sh'ite Iranians. Through the analysis of the consumption practices of this particular migrant group, this book illustrates how both the nutritional value and symbolic significance of food contribute to its health-giving properties and how gender and ethnic identities are preformed and reinforced through the medium of food-work in public and private spheres. At the same time, as this study demonstrates, migration modifies and transfigures such identities and produces hybrid cultures and cuisines.
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Field of Study
Food Studies Online
Content Type
Book
Author / Creator
Lynn Harbottle, fl. 2000
Date Published / Released
2000, 2004
Publisher
Berghahn Books
Series
Anthropology of Food and Nutrition
Topic / Theme
Health, Diet and food, Cultural identity, Gender, Late 20th Century (1975–2000), Iranians, British
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2000 by Berghahn Books
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Science of Pacific Island Peoples, Vol. 1, Science of Pacific Island Peoples: Ocean and Coastal Studies, Vol. 1
edited by Linda Crowl, fl. 1994, Paul Geraghty, 1950- and John Morrison, fl. 1994, in Science of Pacific Island Peoples, Vol. 1 (Suva, Central (Fiji): University of the South Pacific. Institute of Pacific Studies, 1994, originally published 1994), 163 page(s)
This book, by the Institute of Pacific Studies, looks at subjects such as: fisheries development in Vanuatu; fishing on Yap; central Pacific sailing technology; Roviana women & fishing; marine resource management; environmental planning; marine management in Yap; survival & sustainability in Kiribati; marine conse...
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edited by Linda Crowl, fl. 1994, Paul Geraghty, 1950- and John Morrison, fl. 1994, in Science of Pacific Island Peoples, Vol. 1 (Suva, Central (Fiji): University of the South Pacific. Institute of Pacific Studies, 1994, originally published 1994), 163 page(s)
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This book, by the Institute of Pacific Studies, looks at subjects such as: fisheries development in Vanuatu; fishing on Yap; central Pacific sailing technology; Roviana women & fishing; marine resource management; environmental planning; marine management in Yap; survival & sustainability in Kiribati; marine conservation in Tokelau; and Pacific navigation & Western science.
Field of Study
Global Issues
Content Type
General reference book
Contributor
Linda Crowl, fl. 1994, Paul Geraghty, 1950-, John Morrison, fl. 1994
Date Published / Released
1994
Publisher
University of the South Pacific. Institute of Pacific Studies
Series
Science of Pacific Island Peoples
Topic / Theme
Sea level rise in the Pacific, Artisanal fishing, Islands, Climate change, Ecology, Pacific Islanders, 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1994 Institute of Pacific Studies
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Social Justice and the Urban Obesity Crisis
presented by Melvin Delgado, fl. 2004 (New York, NY: Columbia University Press, originally published 2013), 276 page(s)
A number of economic, cultural, and contextual factors are driving urban America's obesity crisis, which can create chronic health conditions for those least able to manage them. Considering urban obesity through a social justice lens, this book is the first to help social workers and others develop targeted inter...
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presented by Melvin Delgado, fl. 2004 (New York, NY: Columbia University Press, originally published 2013), 276 page(s)
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A number of economic, cultural, and contextual factors are driving urban America's obesity crisis, which can create chronic health conditions for those least able to manage them. Considering urban obesity through a social justice lens, this book is the first to help social workers and others develop targeted interventions for effective outcomes. The text dissects the problem of urban obesity in populations of color from individual, family, group,...
A number of economic, cultural, and contextual factors are driving urban America's obesity crisis, which can create chronic health conditions for those least able to manage them. Considering urban obesity through a social justice lens, this book is the first to help social workers and others develop targeted interventions for effective outcomes. The text dissects the problem of urban obesity in populations of color from individual, family, group, community, and policy perspectives. Beginning with a historical survey of urban obesity in communities of color, anti-obesity policies and programs, and the role of social work in addressing this threat, the volume follows with an analysis of the social, ecological, environmental, and spatial aggravators of urban obesity, such as the food industry's advertising strategies, which promote unhealthy choices; the failure of local markets to provide good food options; the lack of safe exercise spaces; and the paucity of heath education. Melvin Delgado reviews recent national obesity statistics; explores the connection between food stamps and obesity; and reveals the financial and social consequences of the epidemic for society as a whole. He concludes with recommendations for effective health promotion programs, such as youth-focused interventions, community gardens, and community-based food initiatives, and a unique consideration of urban obesity in relation to acts of genocide and national defense.
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Field of Study
Social Work
Content Type
Book
Author / Creator
Melvin Delgado, fl. 2004
Date Published / Released
2013
Publisher
Columbia University Press
Topic / Theme
Food industry, Nutrition, Urban life, Urban population, Obesity, Macro
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2013 by Columbia University Press. All Rights Reserved. Reproduced by permission of Columbia University Press.
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