The Causes and Risk Factors of Childhood Obesity

Kristen C. Hamm, MS, RDN, LDN
Registered Dietitian
DHSc Candidate

Evidence-Based Doctoral Portfolio

Doctor of Health Science and Exercise Leadership

Pennsylvania Western University

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About Me

Kristen Hamm, MS, RDN, LDN

My name is Kristen Hamm. I was raised in West Chester, PA where I continue to reside. My passion is nutrition and fitness. I enjoy running, hiking, camping, going to the beach and spending quality time with my friends and family. I am a Registered Dietitian and currently work at a long-term care facility located in West Chester. I am currently enrolled in the Pennsylvania Western University online doctorate program in health science and exercise leadership. My research interest is childhood obesity.

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CORE VALUES

Honesty
Wellness
Compassion

VISION

To promote healthy eating and active lifestyles in children and families.

MISSION

Help families understand the causes and risk factors of childhood obesity to help make informed healthy decisions.

RESEARCH FOCI

Causes and risk factors of childhood obesity

School lunches and childhood obesity

Childhood obesity prevention

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GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Prevent and reduce the incidence of childhood obesity.

Pursue continuous learning

Evidence-based practices

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