Ethan Sirles
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Article ItemPhysical activity increases total daily energy use, study shows , article
The study shows that active bodies burn more calories throughout the day and don’t conserve energy in other areas.
Date: Oct 20, 2025 -
Article ItemValentine’s Day and chocolate are a perfect match, but is it a healthy relationship? , article
Emily Myers, a registered dietitian and faculty member in the Virginia Tech Department of Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise, suggests that it may be better to approach chocolate with more neutrality, instead of as a functional food.
Date: Feb 13, 2025 -
Article ItemIn memoriam: Ronald R. Bos, professor emeritus, Department of Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise , article
While he taught kinesiology in the exercise science program, Bos' major professional contribution was in administrative leadership as the director of the Division of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation.
Date: Jan 20, 2025 -
Article ItemClass of 2024: Griffin Armstrong finds his Hokie home through football , article
Armstrong will bring his expertise in strength training and kinesiology to help Virginia Tech athletes excel.
Date: Dec 12, 2024 -
Article ItemIn memoriam: Ryan McMillan, Department of Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise , article
A Virginia Tech faculty member since 2006, McMillan was instrumental in creating the Metabolic Phenotyping Core, now called the Metabolism Core, which offers sophisticated in vivo and in vitro experimental tools to internal and external investigators.
Date: Dec 09, 2024 -
Article ItemVirginia Tech health experts develop award-winning food education curriculum , article
A Virginia Family Nutrition Program curriculum aimed at ages 45-plus is making an impact and earning awards.
Date: Oct 11, 2024