A recent study of child-feeding habits among Marshallese in Arkansas reveals a cultural reliance on white rice and other processed American foods. The exploratory study was conducted by three University of Arkansas nurse scholars, and it will be used in future interventions to lower chronic high rates of obesity, diabetes and heart disease among Marshallese migrants.
UA Marshallese Child Nutrition Study Links Feeding and Health
courtesy: Arkansas Coalition of Marshallese on Facebook
