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Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences News

The department of kinesiology and nutrition sciences within the School of Integrated Health Sciences provides a high-quality educational experience in the areas of kinesiology, nutrition sciences, and athletic training. Students receive rigorous classroom instruction aided by computer and multimedia instruction, practical laboratory immersion, and clinical experiences.

Current Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences News

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A collection of the top news headlines featuring UNLV faculty and students.

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Some of the biggest news headlines featuring UNLV faculty and students.

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UNLV Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences professors debate the health perks of drinking two of the world's favorite beverages.

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A selection of top news headlines featuring UNLV faculty and students.

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When the dream of being a pro athlete failed to materialize, James Navalta followed in his father’s academic footsteps. Now, the kinesiology professor is the 2025 Outstanding Faculty Award winner.

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The top news stories starring university students and staff.

Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences In The News

Men's Health

So your doctor said to include exercise in the lifestyle changes you’re making to get your cholesterol under control. But what kind of exercise, exactly, should you be doing?

Flow State

Considering how large an impact movement and nutrition can have on the entire body, it’s no surprise that they’re two pillars of preventative medicine. While anyone can benefit, midlife women especially can gain a lot from figuring out the best ways to move and eat.

WebMD

The holidays can be an unexpected litmus test of how well your daily routine syncs – or doesn't – with your body's natural circadian rhythm.

Nevada Independent

Parents and experts told The Indy that heat is just one reason that Nevada consistently ranks last nationwide for participation in youth sports. High costs and complicated scheduling issues also play a big part. Nevada has had the lowest or second-lowest rate of children on sports teams every year since 2017 except 2019, according to data collected through the National Survey of Children’s Health (NSCH), a project of the Census Bureau, and analyzed by researchers at Johns Hopkins University.

Mirror.co.uk

The beverages we consume daily can have a significant impact on our kidney health, even if we don't immediately notice the effects. Our kidneys play a crucial role in filtering waste products, balancing fluid levels and regulating electrolytes to maintain overall health.

Times of India

Health experts warn about the overuse of electrolyte supplements. These supplements, popular for strenuous activities, contain minerals lost through sweat. However, excessive intake, particularly of sodium, can lead to health issues like high blood pressure and heart rhythm changes. Most people get enough electrolytes from food.

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Recent Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences Accomplishments

James Navalta (Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences) and collaborators recently published in the Journal of Personalized Medicine. The article, titled "Long COVID Does Not Impair Hemodynamic, Vascular, or Autonomic Responses to Maximal Exercise: Sex-Stratified Study in Young Adults," reveals how physically active adults are largely protected…
Richard Rosenkranz (Kinesiology & Nutrition Sciences), along with colleagues at Louisiana State University, recently published Using AI Chatbot to Assist Students’ Behavior Management for Obesity Prevention in Middle Schools: Feasibility Study in the journal JMIR Formative Research. 
Julia Freedman Silvernail (Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences), along with colleagues, recently published the research article, "Biomechanical insights into Achilles tendinopathy risk and protection in runners: a large prospective study 4HAIE," in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. 
Michelle Samuel (Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences), along with colleagues, recently published Comparison of Gluteus Medius Muscle Activation in Women With and Without Patellofemoral Pain in the Journal of Athletic Training. 
Richard Rosenkranz (Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences), along with Amin Mokari-Yamchi (Urmia University of Medical Sciences), published a paper titled, "The association between weight misperception and weight-related behaviors among U.S. adults with overweight and obesity," in the journal BMC Public Health. 
Faculty and students from the Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences department recently published an article in Sensors. James W. Navalta (Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences), Olivia R. Perez (MS Kinesiology), Rodolfo Mejia (Interdisciplinary Health Sciences), Jennifer A. Bunn (Sam Houston State University) published an article titled, "The…