Typed research paper of ~1500 words (12 pt font, double spaced) on an appropriate nutrition topic.. One page from each of two research-based references must accompany the paper.Use the IFIC Review document for background reading on understanding and interpreting food and health research. You may use MLA or APA style formats (see course website for examples of these formats) in citing research articles used.
Construction: The paper should include 3 basic constructs:
1. Introduction- includes background information pertinent to your topic, a thesis statement and an overview, which is brief description of what you will be discussing in the body of the paper (1-2 sentences). Define any scientific terms in the paper. At least 2 terms should be defined. 2. Body- represents the presentation of your findings in a logical order with an explanation of source and relevance to thesis statement. Two original research or review articles should be summarized to support the thesis statement. 3. Conclusion- summary of findings with answer or response to thesis statement.
References: You are to use and cite AT LEAST 3 references: from original/review research articles from a peer reviewed journal. References are to be cited within the paper and as a separate works cited page. DO NOT use quotes in the paper. Peer Reviewed journals include:
The Journal of Nutrition
The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition
The Journal of the American Dietetics Association
The Journal of the American Medical Association
The New England Journal of Medicine
The British Journal of Nutrition
