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Nutritional Myths Debunked

In the ever-evolving field of nutrition, separating fact from fiction is crucial for maintaining a healthy diet. Numerous nutrition myths circulate, often leading to confusion and misinformation. Myth: Skipping Meals Leads to Weight Loss One of the most persistent nutrition myths is that skipping meals can help with weight loss. However, research shows that skipping meals can lead to weight gain instead. When you skip meals, your body’s metabolism slows down to conserve energy, and you are more likely to overeat at your next meal. Instead of skipping meals, focus on consuming a balanced diet with appropriate calorie intake to …

From Military Roots to Chiropractic Care: A Journey of Holistic Healing

Growing up in Missouri, Amanda Scipho, DC (’17), MS (’17) always had a sense of purpose shaped by family and service. Her father served in the United States Navy and then settled the family in Missouri, after living in California. “The inspiration behind my decision to become a chiropractor comes from a deeply personal place,” said Dr. Scipho. “Having witnessed my dad’s struggle with chronic pain, I knew I wanted to find a solution without drugs and surgery. I have always been drawn to a more holistic approach, and I knew I had a place in the medical model with …

Logan University Nutrition Students Gain Real-World Experience at Food Outreach

Proper nutrition can make a world of difference. Food Outreach, a nonprofit organization in the metro St. Louis region, provides nutritional support to individuals living with HIV/AIDS or cancer through dietetic counseling, educational resources and nutritious meal services. For the past five years, Logan University’s Master of Science in Applied Nutrition and Dietetics (MS-AND) program has partnered with Food Outreach as part of the master’s program’s 30-week in-person supervised experiential learning (SEL) requirement. Under the guidance of registered dietitians like Rachel Kleinman, MS, RDN, LDN, CDCES, and Taylor Aarns, MS, RD, LD at Food Outreach, MS-AND students gain firsthand experience …

Logan University is Committed to Helping Veterans Continue Their Mission

At Logan University, our academic programs center on a foundational value held by most veterans: service to others. Since opening in the 1930s, there have been hundreds of veterans who have graduated from Logan University and have used that education to better the world. Logan’s degree programs are ideal for active military, recently discharged veterans, and others who are interested in transitioning from one phase of life to the next. There are several reasons why our programs are so appealing to those who are looking to chart a new path forward: Ample Flexibility. Most College of Health Sciences (CoHS) programs …

Dr. Angelita Howard’s Approach to Diversity, Equity, and Leadership in Education

Combining her passions for teaching and diversity training, Angelita Howard, Ed.D., MBA-PM joined Logan University’s faculty in 2017 to teach two important courses in the university’s Doctor of Education in Health Professions Education (Ed.D.) program: Diversity in Education and Leadership. “The courses I teach are incredibly important for students as they dig deeper and understand how to become more authentic leaders,” she says. For Dr. Howard, authentic leadership is about more than titles. It requires building meaningful relationships with everyone involved in an organization—whether faculty, custodians or social media managers. “Your title means nothing if you don’t have everyone else …

From New Zealand Rugby Field to California Classroom: Johnathan Ploke

This is a story from The Tower – Volume 2, 2024.  At 8 a.m. CDT when many members of the Logan University community were just starting their day, Johnathan Ploke, MS (’24) was wrapping his up as a Master of Science in Strength & Conditioning (MS-SC) student in New Zealand. Johnathan’s academic journey began at California State University, Chico, where he earned bachelor’s degrees in kinesiology and human physiology. After graduating he worked as a personal trainer but wanted additional qualifications to advance his career. He discovered Logan’s one-year, 100 percent online MS-SC program. The program appealed to Johnathan because …