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Other in Nutrition

Texas Woman's University

PhD in Nutrition

Texas Woman's University

MS in Human Nutrition

Colorado State University

BS in Dietetics, Summa Cum Laude

Texas Christian University

Published Works

• Heiss, J. C., Isom, K. . Rationale for obesity intervention and Health at Every Size. Topics in Clinical Nutrition,
• Ramos, N., Heiss, J. C., Sikalidis, A., Amin, S. . Effect of added mango on the glycemic and satiety responses to a high glycemic load meal. Journal of the American College of Nutrition,
• Heiss, J. C., Lilly, L., Battson, M., Karl, H. . Effect of nut butters on blood glycemic control, satiety, and weight: A structured review. Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics,
• Heiss, J. C., LaFrano, M. (2021). Can Health at Every Size® and weight management coexist? . OTCE,
• Heiss, J. C., Tollefson, L. M., Worthman, F. S. (2020). Storytelling’s role in lifestyle medicine. American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine, https://doi.org/ 10.1177/1559827620912179
• Lilly, L., Heiss, J. C., ., Maragoudakis, F. S., Bass, K. (2019). Effect of added peanut butter on the glycemic response to a high glycemic index breakfast: A pilot study. Journal of the American College of Nutrition, https://doi.org/10.1080/07315724.2018.1519404
• Tollefson, L. M., Matuszewicz, E., Dore, K. A., Heiss, J. C. (2018). Effectiveness of student-led stress reduction activities in the undergraduate classroom on perceived student stress. College Student Journal,
• Hinojosa, L. S., Heiss, J. C. (2017). Effect of a short bout of postprandial light exercise on the glycemic response to a breakfast beverage in individuals with type 1 diabetes. Journal of the American College of Nutrition, https://doi.org/10.1080/07315724.2017.1345337
• Heiss, J. C., Goldberg, R. L. (2016). Associations among visceral obesity, type 2 diabetes, and dementia. J Obes Eat Disord, https://doi.org/10.21767/2471-8513.100027
• Heiss, J. C. (2015). Post-meal exercise may attenuate the glycemic response to a carbohydrate load: Important implications for adults who are obese, with pre-diabetes or diabetes, and/or at-risk for dementia. Obesity Research, https://doi.org/0.17140/OROJ-2-113
• Goldberg, R. L., Heiss, J. C., Parsons, D. S., Foley, S. A., Mefferd, S. A., Hollinger, D., Parham, F. D., Patterson, J. (2014). Hydration in older adults: The contribution of bioelectrical impedance analysis. International Journal of Speech-Language Pathology, https://doi.org/10.3109/17549507.2014.882989
• Heiss, J. C., Tollefson, L. M., Levigne, J., Sutton, W. (2014). Post-prandial light exercise attenuates the glycemic effect of a candy bar. Topics in Clinical Nutrition, https://doi.org/10.1097/01.TIN.0000445897.59899.48
• Goldberg, L., Heiss, J. C. (2013). The effect of appearance on the palatability of thickened apple juice: A pilot study. Topics in Clinical Nutrition, 28(2), 154-162. https://doi.org/10.1097/TIN.0b013e31828d79df.
• Heiss, J. C., Rengers, D. B., Fajardo-Lira, C., Henley, S., Bizeau, E. M., Dormer, G. C. (2013). Preparing dietitians to effectively serve the Hispanic population. Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics,
• Heiss, J. C. . . Topics in Clinical Nutrition,
• Heiss, J. C. . Manuscript reviewer. European Journal of Clinical Nutrition,
• Goldberg, L., Heiss, J. C., . (2013). The effect of appearance on the palatability of thickened apple juice: A pilot study. Topics in Clincial Nutrition,
• Heiss, J. C., Henley, S., Daniluk, P., Fajardo-Lira, C., Dormer, G. C., Bizeau, E. M., Rengers, D. B. (2012). Recruiting Hispanics to the Profession: WIC employees' perceptions of dietetics. Journal of Allied Health,
• Goldberg, R. L., Heiss, J. C., Yenter, A. J., Patterson, A. J., Parham, F. D., Sherz, J. (2012). Energy expenditure during chewing: A comparison of two measurement methods. Topics in Clinical Nutrition, https://doi.org/10.1097/TIN.0b013e31824622c2
• Heiss, J. C., Goldberg, L., Bolton, P. J., Brady, H. (2012). Service-Learning in Dietetics Courses: A Benefit to the Community and an Opportunity for Students to Gain Dietetics-Related Experience. Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, 112(10), 1224-27. .
• Goldberg, L., Heiss, J. C., Parsons, S., Fisher, A., Corder, E., Hess, S., Foley, A., . . Optimizing quality of life for older adults: Evidence for the importance of objective and perceptual measures to document swallowing function. International Journal of Speech-Language Pathology,
• Heiss, J. C. . Lliterature Review. Wasdworth/Cengage,
• Ansburg, P., Heiss, J. C. (2012). Potential paradoxical effect of nutrition myth-busting in older adults. American Journal of Health Education, 33(1), 31-37. files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/EJ978261.pdf.
• Heiss, J. C. (2011). How to Read Food Labels. McGraw-Hill Publishing Company,
• Heiss, J. C., Goldberg, L., Dion, N. (2010). Iron Deficiency and Overweight in a Child Exposed to Methamphetamine in Utero: A Case Study. Topics in Clinical Nutrition, (25), 160-164. .
• Goldberg, L., Heiss, J. C., Black, L., Kaaf, W., Becker, A., Schindler, J., Dion, N., Oswalt, J. (2010). Methamphetamine Exposure in Utero: Implications for Assessing Cognitive-Communicative Function. Communication Disorders Quarterly,
• Heiss, J. C., Goldberg, L., Dzarnoski, M. (2010). The Dietitian and the Speech-Language Pathologist: An Important Partnership in the Treatment of Patients with Dysphagia. Journal of the American Dietetic Association,
• Heiss, J. C., Rengers, B., Farjardo-Lira, C., Henley, S., Bizeau, E. M., Dormer, G. C. (2010). Preparing Dietitians to Effectively Serve the Hispanic Population. Journal of the American Dietetic Association,
• Heiss, J. C., Gara, N., Novotny, D., Heberle, H., Morgan, L., Stufflebeam, J., Fairfield, M. (2009). Effect of a 1 Liter Fluid Load on Body Composition Measured by Air Displacement Plethysmography and Biolelectrical Impedance. Journal of Exercise Physiology Online,
• Heiss, J. C., Shaw, S., Carothers, L. (2008). Association of Calcium Intake and Adiposity in Postmenopausal Women. Journal of the American College of Nutrition, (27), 260-266. .
• Moody, L., Heiss, J. C., Williams, S., Crosley, J. (2008). Eating Behaviors of Boys with Autism Differ from Non-Autistic Boys. Topics in Clinical Nutriiton,
• Heiss, J. C., Naylor, J., Bronco, K. (2008). Effect of Fed and Fasted State on Body Composition as Measured by Three Different Methods. Topics in Clinical Nutrition, (23), 229-233. .
• Heiss, J. C. (2008). Gender differences in motivation to work on eating and body image concerns between college students. Journal of Exercise Physiology Online,
• Fajardo-Lira, C., Heiss, J. C. (2006). Comparing the Effectiveness of Supplemental Computer-Based Education to Traditional Education in an Introductory Food Science Course. Journal of Food Science Education, (5), 31-33. .
• Zubas, S. P., Pedersen, E. M., Heiss, J. C. (2006). The Effect of a Supplemental Computer-Based Tutorial on Student Performance in a Clinical Nutrition Course. Journal of Interactive Online Learning, (5), 75-81. .
• Lucas, M., Heiss, J. C. (2005). Protein Needs of the Mature Adult Engaged in Resistance Training. Journal of Aging and Physical Activity,
• Honaker, L., Heiss, J. C. (2004). Health Implications of Conjugated Linoleic Acid. Journal of the American Dietetic Association,
• Loy, S., Heiss, J. C., Humphries, B., Brown, D., Pryor, K., Elliston, S., Brendzel, A. (2004). Time for a new and healthy “First.” How about dinner? . ,
• Klopp, A. S., Heiss, J. C., Smith, S. H. (2003). Eating Attitudes and Behaviors of Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian College Women. Journal of the American Dietetic Association, (103), 745-747. .
• Heiss, J. C., Fajardo-Lira, C. (2002). Food Safety: A Tutorial. , www.csun.edu/~cjh78264/foodsafety
• Hirano, M. K., Heiss, J. C., Olsen, M. K., Brahler, J. C., Beerman, K. (2001). Actual, Ideal, or Adjusted Body weight: Which Should be Used to Predict Basal Energy Expenditure in Obese Women?. Topics in Clinical Nutrition, 16(3), 61-69. .
• Olsen, M. K., Heiss, J. C., Hirano, M. K., Brahler, J. C., Beerman, K. (2001). Body Fat Distribution and Metabolic Rate in Obese Premenopausal Women. Topics in Clinical Nutrition, 16(3), 85-88. .
• Hendricks-Cox, E. J., Alford, B. B., Bednar, M. C., Heiss, J. C., Edgren, K. K. (2001). CD-ROM Nutrient Analysis Database Assists Self-Monitoring Behavior of Active Duty Air Force Personnel Receiving Nutrition Counseling for Weight Loss. Journal of the American Dietetic Association,
• Heiss, J. C. (2001). Eating Disorders Tutorial. , www.csun.edu/~cjh78264/ed
• Heiss, J. C., Branen, J. L., Johnston, M. J. (2001). Evaluating Nutritional Information. , edu.ag.uidaho.edu/critical/
• Heiss, J. C. (2001). Weekly update. Diabetesmanage.com,
• Heiss, J. C. (2001). Weighing in on weight control. DiabetesManager.com,
• Heiss, J. C. (2001). Artificial Sweeteners. DiabetesManager.com,
• Heiss, J. C. (2001). Fad Diets. DiabetesManager.com,
• Heiss, J. C. (2001). How to talk with your healthcare provider. DiabetesManage.com,
• Heiss, J. C. (2000). New Year’s Resolutions. DiabetesManager.com,
• Richardson, J., Beerman, K., Heiss, J. C., Schultz, L. J. (2000). A Comparison of Body Weight and Body Fat Classifications of Competitive School-Age Club Swimmers. Journal of the American Dietetic Association,
• Heiss, J. C. (2000). Diabetes Control During the Holidays. DiabetesManager.com,
• Heiss, J. C. (2000). Managing Stress. DiabetesManager.com,
• Heiss, J. C. (1999). Diabetes: A Tutorial. , csun.edu/~cjh78264/diabetes
• Heiss, J. C., Houghton, M. (1999). Parenteral Nutrition Tutorial. , www.csun.edu/~cjh78264/parenteral
• Millard, G., Beerman, K., Massey, L., Schultz, T., Heiss, J. C. (1999). Pregnancy and Birth Outcomes of High Risk Women Participating in Multidisciplinary Intervention Program. Topics in Clinical Nutrition, 14(4), 64-67. .
• Heiss, J. C., Houghton, M., Case, O. K. (1999). Tube Feeding Tutorial. , www.csun.edu/~cjh78264/tubefeeding
• Sanders, M. N., Heiss, J. C. (1998). A Comparison of Body Image and Eating Attitudes in Asian and Caucasian College Women. Eating Disorders: Treatment and Prevention,
• Tavelli, S., Beerman, K., Schultz, E. J., Heiss, J. C. (1998). Sources of Error and Nutritional Adequacy of the Food Guide Pyramid. Journal of the American College Health, 47(2), 77-82. .
• Case, O. K., Brahler, J. C., Heiss, J. C. (1997). Actual vs Predicted Metabolic Rate in Asian Women. Journal of the American Dietetic Association,
• Heiss, J. C. (1996). Associations of Body Fat Distribution, Circulating Sex Hormones, and Bone Density in Postmenopausal Women. Menopause Digest,
• Bonnick, L. S., Nichols, L. D., Sanborn, F. C., Payne., Heiss, J. C., Moen, S. (1996). Right and Left Proximal Femur Analyses: Is There a Need to do Both?. Calcified Tissue International,
• Heiss, J. C., Sanborn, S. C., Nichols, L. D., Bonnick, L. S., Alford, B. B. (1995). Associations of Body Fat Distribution, Circulating Sex Hormones, and Bone Density in Postmenopausal Women. Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism,
• Heiss, J. C., Lopez, L. L. (1991). Survey Clocks RD's Educational Activities. Journal of the American Dietetic Association,

Research Interests

Strategies to attenuate the glycemic response too meals high in refined carbohydrates and or sugar; the satiety effect of nut butters; storytelling as a teaching method; use of storytelling to increase DEI in dietetics

Teaching Interests

Teaching interests: Research Methods, Introduction to Nutrition, Nutrition and Weight Management, Nutrition Communications

Office Hours

M 2-4pm; W 1-4pm; by appointment. In person, virtual, or phone.