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Outside Resources for Women ages 20-35 in Northern Michigan<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Outside Resources for Women ages 20-35 in Northern Michigan Mana Food Project Helps feed the hungry in Antrim, Charlevoix, and Emmet Counties Mental Health Care in Northern Michigan Michigan.gov offers sources to find counseling for mental health concerns USDA The U.S. Department of Agriculture\u2019s nutrition.gov website provides a wide array of resources on health and […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4196,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-119","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/119","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4196"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=119"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/119\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=119"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":109,"date":"2024-04-24T13:25:47","date_gmt":"2024-04-24T13:25:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/?page_id=109"},"modified":"2024-04-24T13:25:47","modified_gmt":"2024-04-24T13:25:47","slug":"recipes-for-the-luteal-phase","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/recipes-for-the-luteal-phase\/","title":{"rendered":"Recipes for the Luteal Phase"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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Step one: Program Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mission Statement: Hormonal Health in Northern Michigan\u2019s mission is to empower menstruating women aged 20-35 in Northern Michigan to reclaim harmonious control over their hormonal health and well-being through targeted, personalized nutrition education, healthy lifestyle habits, and community support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The HHNoMI will achieve its goals through a variety of targeted activities and strategies designed to address the specific needs of menstruating women aged 20-35 in Northern Michigan.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First, HHNoMI will enhance participants’ nutrition knowledge and awareness<\/strong> by providing personalized nutrition education through blog posts, cooking classes, and educational workshops. These activities will dive deep into the role of nutrition in hormonal health, educating participants on nutrient-rich foods, meal planning, identifying essential nutrients, and how they can support hormonal balance. Increasing awareness and understanding of the link between nutrition and hormonal health will empower participants to make informed dietary choices that promote their overall well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Secondly, HHNoMI will foster healthy lifestyle habits among participants<\/strong> as HHNoMI will emphasize the importance of regular exercise, stress management techniques, adequate sleep, and overall self-care practices. Participants will have access to resources in the local area, as well as free resources provided through social media, which they can incorporate into their daily routines. The focus is always on honoring one\u2019s body, sustainability, and baby steps to long-term behavior change and healthy habits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lastly, HHNoMI recognizes the importance of social support in achieving health goals. This program will facilitate peer interactions, accountability sisterhood, encouragement, a community environment, and mutual support among participants. Cultivating a supporting community environment<\/strong> will be achieved through establishing accountability sisterhoods, group discussions, and community events where women can share their experiences, challenges, and successes. In fostering a sense of sisterhood and empowerment, HHNoMI aims to create an environment that motivates and uplifts women on their journey toward hormonal balance and overall well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The quality of content delivered will be cross-checked from peer-reviewed articles to ensure the accuracy of information. Cooking classes and educational classes will be conducted by instructors who have studied nutrition and fully understand the nutrients in foods and which foods correlate to hormonal health. Staff will be briefed through training sessions to cover HHNoMI\u2019s mission goals and methods to ensure staff alignment with values. <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Nutrition education blog posts will be delivered twice a week; each post will dig deeper into hormonal health, identifying nutrient-rich foods and creating balanced meals to support hormones. Cooking classes and in-person educational classes will be conducted twice a month, each lesson lasting approximately 2 hours. Participants will have a hands-on opportunity to prepare hormone-balancing meals under the guidance of the nutrition educator, thus increasing their knowledge and self-efficacy in their abilities to prepare food for themselves at home. Moreover, each participant will be paired with an \u2018accountability sister.\u2019 Through this, participants encourage one another and check in with each other to ensure social support. <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Participant engagement in cooking classes will be assessed through attendance records, and blog posts will be measured through site visits. Participants will take surveys to assess what they\u2019ve learned and what needs more attention. Participants will be encouraged to share their experiences and challenges openly and seek support when needed. The goal is to adapt the information and program to cater to audiences’ needs. Additionally, participants will be encouraged to replicate the recipes at home and share their cooking experiences with the group.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Participation will be measured by the number of enrolled participants in in-person meetings\/cooking classes, as well as evaluated based on the percentage of participants who actively engage with their accountability sisters<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Recruitment <\/td>How will 20\u201335-year-old women in Northern Michigan be recruited to read the blog?<\/td>Flyers, word of mouth, working with already established wellness facilities to spread the word about the HHNoMI<\/td>Flyers, community engagement<\/td><\/tr>
Reach <\/td>How many of the intended target groups participated in the program? <\/td>Track activity on website, and how many participate in in person cooking classes <\/td>Website tracking, tracking who comes to classes<\/td><\/tr>
Fidelity <\/td>To what extent was the program presented consistent to goals and were there any deviations from the program?<\/td>Consistently keeping up to date on nutrition knowledge from reliable and credible sources<\/td>Research platforms which are peer revied and credible sources<\/td><\/tr>
Context <\/td>Were there any unexpected challenges or barriers encountered during program implementation?<\/td>Conduct interviews, or focus groups with participants and staff to identify areas effecting HHNoMI delivery<\/td>Interview guides and focus group protocols<\/td><\/tr>
Dose Delivered <\/td>To what extent was all of the intended content covered?<\/td>Review content of posts and classes to assess what is being said\/delivered<\/td>Recorder for cooking classes and schedule to review content (with a checklist)<\/td><\/tr>
Dose Received <\/td>How engaged were participants during program activities?<\/td>Post surveys on nutrition education before and after lesson implementation to measure the rate of knowledge (gain, loss, or neutral) as well as track symptoms and their severity<\/td>Community engagement<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>
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Anonymous. (2021, July 1).\u00a0Asking program evaluation questions<\/em>. American University\u00a0
Online.\u00a0https:\/\/programs.online.american.edu\/online-graduate-certificates\/project-monitoring\/resources\/asking-program-evaluation-questions
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Mckenzie, J. F., Neiger, B. L., & Thackeray, R. (2022).\u00a0Planning, implementing, and evaluating\u00a0<\/em>
health promotion programs<\/em>\u00a0(7th ed.). Pearson Higher Education.
Saunders, R.P., Evans, M. H., & Joshi, P. (2005).
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HHNoMI Accountability Sisterhood HHNoMI is passionate about sisterhood and connecting women with other women who can support and help promote wellness in each other’s lives. Lifestyle changes are made easier through conencting with others who are on a simialr journey. By signing up for the program you are connecting with other women in the area […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4196,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-76","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/76","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4196"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=76"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/76\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=76"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":66,"date":"2024-04-16T13:58:01","date_gmt":"2024-04-16T13:58:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/?page_id=66"},"modified":"2024-04-24T14:10:41","modified_gmt":"2024-04-24T14:10:41","slug":"about-hhnomi","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/about-hhnomi\/","title":{"rendered":"About HHNoMI"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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Mission Statement<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Hormonal Health in Northern Michigan\u2019s mission is to empower menstruating women aged 20-35 in Northern Michigan to reclaim harmonious control over their hormonal health and well-being through targeted, personalized nutrition education, healthy lifestyle habits, and community support.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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WHAT WE PROVIDE<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Virtual 1-on-1 Woman’s Nutrition Coaching<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Group Cooking Classes that Prioritize Nutrition for Feminine Health as well as community Nutrition Education Workshops<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Online Feminine Health Resources<\/a> to Enhance Knowledge and Awareness<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Online Recipes and Helpful Tips<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Online Gym Resources<\/a> and Exercise Recommendations in the Local Area<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Accountability Sisterhood<\/a>, which Cultivates a Sense of Community and Support through your Wellness Journey<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Impact Objectives<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
1. Increase participant\u2019s knowledge of the role nutrition plays in hormone health in the first 3 months of program implementation.
2. Encourage the group to engage in more physical activity.
3. Improve participants\u2019 sense of social support and belonging with the \u201caccountability sisterhood\u201d thus leading to a better sense of community and belonging with the program. <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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By offering resources, participants will organically learn more about feminine health as they participate, leading to lessened PMS symptoms. Encouraging participants to participate in regular exercise routines through local gyms will improve their physical health leading to long-term improvements in overall physical health. \u2018Accountability sisterhood\u2019 helps improve participants\u2019 sense of social support and belonging within the program, leading to long-term commitment.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Develop and distribute educational materials, including cooking videos, infographics, recipes, and resources on hormone health and lifestyle changes to participants.
2. Organize weekly nutrition education sessions (whether online posts or in-person lessons) 
3. Establish online support groups and peer mentoring programs for participants \u2013 this is \u201caccountability sisterhood\u201d as referred to in the program<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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In engaging in the materials available, participants will learn more about menstrual health and increase their knowledge thus leading to an increased sense of control over their PMS symptoms. Moreover, the sense of sisterhood that is gained from the program will help participants feel a sense of belonging to the program and thus will stick with the program longer. Implementation of program suggestions will lead to lessened PMS symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Reduction of the severity and frequency of hormonal symptoms among program participants.
2. Increase the adoption of healthy lifestyle habits including diet and nutrition, physical activity, stress management, and sleeping habits. 
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\u2018Accountability Sisters\u2019 spreads outside of online support and are encouraged to meal prep with each other as well as go to the gym with each other. In engaging with the program long-term, women who have been through the program can offer insight to newer participants as we learn from each other and grow. Leading to long-term improvements in overall health and well-being for women in the area.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Victoria Curtis is a passionate advocate for holistic health and wellness, dedicated to empowering individuals to make positive changes in their lives through nutrition education. With a recent Master’s degree in Nutrition Education from American University, Victoria brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Throughout her academic journey, Victoria has focused on understanding the intricate interplay between nutrition, hormones, and feminine health. Her research and studies have equipped her with a deep understanding of how dietary choices can impact menstrual health, hormone balance, and overall vitality in women.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Driven by her love for Northern Michigan and supporting women’s health, Victoria is enthusiastic about sharing her knowledge and expertise to support the health and wellness of local women. Whether through individual consultations, community workshops, cooking classes, or educational posts online, she aims to empower women to take control of their hormonal health and embrace their femininity with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Victoria believes in the transformative power of education and support to inspire positive change. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, she collaborates closely with women to develop personalized nutrition plans and lifestyle strategies that honor their unique needs and goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In her free time, Victoria enjoys exploring the natural beauty of Northern Michigan, hiking along scenic trails, experimenting with nourishing recipes, and savoring the flavors of local produce. She is deeply grateful for the opportunity to serve her community and looks forward to continuing her journey in the field of feminine health nutrition.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Mission Statement Hormonal Health in Northern Michigan\u2019s mission is to empower menstruating women aged 20-35 in Northern Michigan to reclaim harmonious control over their hormonal health and well-being through targeted, personalized nutrition education, healthy lifestyle habits, and community support. WHAT WE PROVIDE Virtual 1-on-1 Woman’s Nutrition Coaching Group Cooking Classes that Prioritize Nutrition for Feminine […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4196,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-66","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/66","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4196"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=66"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/66\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=66"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":53,"date":"2024-04-15T00:41:36","date_gmt":"2024-04-15T00:41:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/?page_id=53"},"modified":"2024-04-22T18:54:41","modified_gmt":"2024-04-22T18:54:41","slug":"program-rational","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/edspace.american.edu\/hhnomi\/program-rational\/","title":{"rendered":"Program Rational"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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Hormonal imbalance among menstruating women is a pervasive global health issue, affecting millions of women worldwide.1<\/a><\/sup> Menstrual problems affect as many as 90% of adolescent females and are the main reason for gynecology visits.2<\/a><\/sup> Moreover, menstrual irregularities occur in an estimated 14% to 25% of women of childbearing age.2<\/sup><\/sub> Sadly, 30% to 40 % of women experience symptoms severe enough to disrupt their daily lives, as hormonal fluctuations during the menstrual cycle affect both physical and emotional well-being, manifesting in mood swings, fatigue, bloating, and irregular periods.2<\/sup> These symptoms not only decrease quality of life but also hinder productivity and daily functioning. Moreover, the economic burden of hormonal imbalances is also substantial, with the total cost evaluated in the United States being upward of 4 billion annually.3<\/a><\/sup> Furthermore, indirect costs, such as decreased productivity, absenteeism from work, and diminished quality of life, place additional strain on economies and healthcare systems.1,3<\/sup>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Within the broader context of hormonal imbalance, menstruating women aged 20-35 represent a particularly vulnerable population as this is the stage in life where hormonal fluctuations are common.4<\/a><\/sup> In addition to menstruating women ages 20-35 being vulnerable to fluctuating hormones during this life stage, the impact of these fluctuations on overall health and well-being is often underestimated or overlooked by the healthcare system.5<\/a><\/sup> Despite the prevalence and severity of these symptoms, there is a lack of targeted interventions to support hormonal health in this population, leaving women without adequate support and resources to manage their hormonal health effectively.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Hormonal imbalance among menstruating women aged 20-35 is a common health concern that has adverse effects on the physical and mental health of women in this demographic. Despite its prevalence and impact, there is a lack of targeted interventions to address this issue. In turn, this poses a negative effect on both the health of a major population, as well as the economic impact on those in the local area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Therefore, the establishment of a Hormonal Health Program in Northern Michigan (HHNoMI Program) is crucial to address the critical gap in supporting the overall health outcomes of menstruating women aged 20-35. This program will empower women to balance their hormones through dietary modifications, educational resources, lifestyle changes, and community support, offering a comprehensive solution tailored specifically to their needs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The HHNoMI Program will offer a tailored approach to menstruating women ages 20-35 in Northern Michigan. Through the blog site, women can access cooking videos, recipes, infographics on new menstrual-related health research, and links to local workout classes. Moreover, women will have the opportunity to receive individualized diet and physical activity recommendations, as well as participate in educational workshops, such as cooking classes held at Victoria Curtis’s home. Through participating, women will receive “accountability sisters” to encourage continuation and support. Participants will learn about the impact of diet and lifestyle, like exercise, stress management, and sleep on hormonal health and receive practical strategies for managing hormonal imbalances naturally.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The HHNoMI Program is designed to address the specific needs and concerns of menstruating women aged 20-35 through evidence-based interventions and community-based support. This program aims to reduce the severity and frequency of hormonal symptoms. We empower women with the knowledge and tools to support hormonal balance through nutrition and lifestyle changes, resulting in increased productivity, better relationships, and an overall higher quality of life.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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In addition to personal improvement, improved public health outcomes, such as reduced rates of hormonal-related disorders and associated healthcare costs, will also occur. Moreover, enhanced productivity among women in the workforce can lead to economic growth in the local area.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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