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Research Interests
As a psychologist, my research focuses on theory-based behavior change interventions to improve diet and nutrition status and to prevent and treat obesity, in a variety of population groups.
I have a particular interest in the role of novel behaviour-change methods such as habit formation and peer support, and I am keen to explore dietary behaviour change across the life-course, including in preconception, pregnancy and aging populations.
Achievements
I am the Regional Lead for the Association for the Study of Obesity Northern Ireland Network. https://www.aso.org.uk/network/northern-ireland/
I’m an invited member of the Obesity Prevention Steering Group at the Dept of Health NI.
I’m an invited member of the All-Island Obesity Coalition – Safefood http://www.safefood.eu/Professional/Nutrition/All-island-Obesity-Action-Forum/Forum-membership.aspx
I'm a member of the Research Impact Sub-committee for the Division of Health Psychology, and I’m a committee member for the Division of Health Psychology in NI (British Psychological Society).
I regularly contribute to the popular press via articles and interviews (TV and radio).
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Projects
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R6947CPH: Tailored dietary interventions combined with oral rehabilitation in older patients
McKenna, G., Cardwell, C., Clarke, M., McGowan, L., McGuinness, B. & Woodside, J.
28/04/2016 → …
Project: Research
Research Output
Exploring preconception health beliefs amongst adults of childbearing age in the UK: a qualitative analysis
McGowan, L., Lennon-Caughey, E., Chun, C., McKinley, M. C. & Woodside, J. V., 16 Jan 2020, In : BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth. 20, p. 41Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
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A Tailored Habits-based Dietary Intervention Coupled with Oral Rehabilitation on the Nutritional Status of Partially Dentate Older Adults
McCrum, L-A., Watson, S., Moore, C., McGowan, L., McGuinness, B., Cardwell, C., Woodside, J. & McKenna, G., 13 Jun 2019, In : Current Devlopments in Nutrition. 3, Suppl 1, p. 183Research output: Contribution to journal › Meeting abstract
Open Access
Can Self-reported Oral Health Status Impact Change in Mediterranean Diet Score and Nutrient Intake Amongst Adults at a High Risk of Cardiovascular Disease in Northern Ireland?
Wallace, S., O'Neill, R., McGowan, L., McEvoy, C., McKenna, G., Cupples, M., Patterson, C., Young, I., Kee, F. & Woodside, J., 13 Jun 2019, In : Current Devlopments in Nutrition. 3, Suppl 1, p. 1172Research output: Contribution to journal › Meeting abstract
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The impact of dental status on perceived ability to eat certain foods and nutrient intakes in older adults: cross-sectional analysis of the UK National Diet and Nutrition Survey 2008–2014
Watson, S., McGowan, L., McCrum, L-A., Cardwell, C. R., McGuinness, B., Moore, C., Woodside, J. V. & McKenna, G., 14 May 2019, In : International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity. 16, 13 p., 43.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
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The impact of oral rehabilitation coupled with healthy dietary advice on the nutritional status of adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis
McGowan, L., McCrum, L-A., Watson, S., Cardwell, C., McGuinness, B., Rutherford, H., Paice, V., Moore, C., Brocklehurst, P. R., Woodside, J. & McKenna, G., 01 Jul 2019, In : Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
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