Agnes Higgins, Nutritionist, 1911-1985, and The Montreal Diet Dispensary

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Agnes Higgins, Nutritionist, 1911-1985, and The Montreal Diet Dispensary
Abstract
Traces the discovery of the connection between proper nutrition during pregnancy and the health of infants. Agnes C. Higgins (1911-1985) began working at the Montreal Diet Dispensary in 1948 and was Executive Director from 1959 to 1981. During her work with prenatal clinics, she observed that often undernourished pregnant women gave birth to small and sickly babies. Under her guidance the Montreal Diet Dispensary began a battle against "low birth-weight". She developed the "Higgins Method" which coupled corrective nutrition, motivational strategies and extended support based on a special relationship between the expectant mother and her dietitian. She also ensured that this method was proven effective by instituting a study in collaboration with the Royal Victoria Hospital.
Publication
Resources for Feminist Research
Volume
Vol. 15
Issue
no. 3
Pages
48-49
Date
1986
Language
en
Citation
Ewan, Gail. “Agnes Higgins, Nutritionist, 1911-1985, and The Montreal Diet Dispensary.” Resources for Feminist Research Vol. 15, no. 3 (1986): 48–49.
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