...Learning Journal Unit 6 University of the People HS 2611-01 Nutrition AY2024-T3 Instructor. Terri Evans 2024, March 12. Introduction Various factors influence body weight and composition, including energy balance, calories, nutritional makeup, and physical activity. Several tips are available for managing weight, including eating small, balanced and healthy meals, getting regular exercise, regulating meal sizes, and drinking enough water. In this assignment, I'll discuss the relationship between energy balance and body weight and the key strategies for promoting and sustaining weight loss at various intervention levels. I will next go over the distinctions between fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins. I will next discuss how this classification affects how they are absorbed, stored, and used by the body. I'll explain the most...
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...Good Nutrition First Step for Healthy Body By: Marielis Peña Introduction The purpose of this presentation is to explain the importance in the health of each group of food. Nutrition is the study of how your body uses the food that you eat. A well balance body prevents chronic diseases. The Six Classifications of Nutrients Vitamins Minerals Water Protein Carbohydrates Fats Sugar Starches Cellulose The Food Pyramid Steps to a healthier you GRAINS VEGETABLES FRUITS OILS MILK MEAT & BEANS Meat and Beans Go lean on protein Primary source of protein in the diet. • Protein provides body with dietary energy needed for growth and repair Sources: Meat, poultry (chicken), fish, eggs and nuts. Servings: 2-3 per day Grains Make half of your grains whole Cereals, breads, crackers and rice. Supplies energy through carbohydrates 6-11 servings daily How can you get the right amount of grains? • Bread in sandwiches • Cereal and oatmeal during breakfast • Rice with dinner Vegetables Vary your veggies Packed with vitamins. Low in energy Common vegetables: broccoli, carrots and corn. Servings: 3-5 per day. Can be eat as a snack. Fruits Focus on fruits Great source of minerals. Low in energy. Common fruit: apples, peaches, bananas. Servings: 3-5 per day. Oils Know your fats List a few examples of oils and...
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...Nutrition Concepts and Controversies Introduction Nutrition can be defined as the process of absorbing nutrients from food and processing them in the body for growth, replacement of tissues, and maintenance of good health. Historically, women have been responsible for cooking and providing meals for their families. Often, that food was grown in the family garden or local community. The women may not have had much formal education, but they seemed to know, almost instinctively, what was good for their families. Life was less complex earlier in time, and fewer food choices existed. The evolution of technology and modern farming techniques has caused a great deal of change in the quality of our food. Water, soil, and air pollution are depleting our soil of vitamins essential for good health, and an increase in the amounts of food additives, chemicals, sugar, and unhealthy fats in our foods has contributed to the increase in chronic diseases present in society. Therefore, it is critical that people learn as much as they can about their nutritional needs and the connection between their diet and their health. This paper will review of basic nutrition. This paper discussed nutrients in foods and nutrients diet constituents. Further, it will cover Nutrients and the Human Genome along with emphasis on diseases associated with poor nutrition. In last, the paper will address Nutritional Challenges within Families. There are many good introductory nutrition...
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...conducted a seven day dietary and physical activity analysis that began on February 3rd till February 9th. The project required to input what I ate into a Supertracker that produced results of my nutrients and food group intake. You will see the outcomes of what I was getting too little of or too much of. Also during this week I monitored how much physical activity I had conducted and input the data into the physical activity tracker. You will also see the analyzation of all six nutrients that are essential to nutrition. Finally there are five articles that are incorporated with my diet. They help explain the meaning of a balanced diet and some of the causes that may occur that I found with my diet during the seven day project. Introduction I would have to describe my overall diet as being good for my age and gender. I do tend to not eat so healthy on the weekends though. But do to my active lifestyle I have been for the most part been able to maintain a healthy weight in my opinion. I conduct regular physical activity for work and on my off time. I would be more active if I were not trying to complete two online eight week courses. Lately most of my off time is spent reading chapters and completing weekly assignments. I was not too worried about meeting my energy expenditure requirements. Because in the Army we conduct sixty minutes of physical activities in the morning and plus I like to utilize the gym when I get the chance on my off time. Usually when I am at...
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...Chapter 1 PROJECT BACKGROUND Introduction The purpose of this study is to come-up a new product which is distinctive in a form that the proponents examined the concept of inventing and adding a new ingredient in making pizza which is instead of using beef, pepperoni, sausage and ham the proponents choose fish sardines (in tomato sauce) as the main ingredient of the product and this is called “pizza ala sardines”. Chapter one is designed to study the project background of the proponents about their chosen product including the history, brief description of the project which pertains to the proposed name of the business, kind of business being pursued, the members of the group which refers as the proponents with their individual share of capital and the planned location where the business will put-up and operate. Historical Background Pizza is one of the most favorite foods of many Filipino. They love to eat pizza with their family, friends and peers. It is considered the most popular meal in the world, and definitely one of the favorites in the Philippines. A “pizza” is a round, open pie made with yeast dough and topped with tomato sauce, cheese, and a variety of other ingredients. Flatbreads or rounds of dough with various toppings can be found throughout the history of civilization. What is known as pizza today can be traced to Naples, Italy in the middle Ages. The Italians are also credited with coining the term pizza, although its origin is not clear. It could have derived...
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...structural protein that forms the major component of the connective tissue and plays a significant role in forming bones and cartilage. Till now, it was believed that collagen was found only in these tissues, but recent discoveries state that this integral protein is also found in dental papilla, the flesh surrounding the teeth. The two types of collagen predominantly found in the papillae are type 1 and type 3 collagen. Type 1 and 5 collagen is found in the enamel of the teeth with type 3 collagen additionally found in tooth germ, the part that essentially forms into the new tooth material along with dental papilla. Treating Teeth and Gum problems...
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...VITAMIN WATER VITAMIN WATER VITAMIN WATER VITAMIN WATER Executive Summary Executive Summary Group Members: Faizan Makhdoom Sarah Waheed Rutba Gabool Mehak Masood Group Members: Faizan Makhdoom Sarah Waheed Rutba Gabool Mehak Masood VITAMIN WATER Executive Summary This term report is a compilation of our research based on a lengthy interview taken from the Brand and Category Managers of Vitamin Water by Searle. In this report we explored factors that have led the brand to build its equity since its introduction in 2013. It was initially introduced as an Enhanced Water product with 6 essential vitamins and minerals and came in only 5 flavors. It is the only Enhanced Water category product that exists in Pakistan. This is where it has gotten an edge over its competitors. However, they believe that the target market is still unaware of what the product exactly is, despite of being aware of the Brand’s existence. Currently, Vitamin Water is at its introductory phase where it is looking to generate leads and educate its audience about the Enhanced Water Product category. They have started conducting researches for long-term plans and to evaluate their existing market performances. They believe that in the next 5 years, Vitamin Water is likely to have a larger share in the market, especially when people are more aware of it category rather than its existence. Table of Contents Introduction to vitamin water 3 Consumer Based Brand Equity 3 Brand...
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...of 25-hydroxyvitamin D for multiple health outcomes1–3 Heike A Bischoff-Ferrari, Edward Giovannucci, Walter C Willett, Thomas Dietrich, and Bess Dawson-Hughes Downloaded from ajcn.nutrition.org at UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO SCIENCE LIBRARY on September 23, 2012 ABSTRACT Recent evidence suggests that vitamin D intakes above current recommendations may be associated with better health outcomes. However, optimal serum concentrations of 25-hydroxyvitamin D [25(OH)D] have not been defined. This review summarizes evidence from studies that evaluated thresholds for serum 25(OH)D concentrations in relation to bone mineral density (BMD), lowerextremity function, dental health, and risk of falls, fractures, and colorectal cancer. For all endpoints, the most advantageous serum concentrations of 25(OH)D begin at 75 nmol/L (30 ng/mL), and the best are between 90 and 100 nmol/L (36 – 40 ng/mL). In most persons, these concentrations could not be reached with the currently recommended intakes of 200 and 600 IU vitamin D/d for younger and older adults, respectively. A comparison of vitamin D intakes with achieved serum concentrations of 25(OH)D for the purpose of estimating optimal intakes led us to suggest that, for bone health in younger adults and all studied outcomes in older adults, an increase in the currently recommended intake of vitamin D is warranted. An intake for all adults of 1000 IU (40 g) vitamin D (cholecalciferol)/d is needed to bring vitamin D concentrations in no less than 50%...
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...ACTIVITIES RELATED TO NUTRITION & GASTRO INTESTINAL (GIT) SYSTEM. This section relates to activities on introduction to GIT. You are expected to consult the recommended physiology textbooks in your module study guide and the online textbook to gain adequate knowledge on these topics. Activity 1 Identify the anatomical structure of the GIT? * Mouth * Pharynx * Oesophagus * Stomach * Small intestine * Large intestine 1.2 – Explain the functions of the features identify in activity 1.1? * Mouth: Food begins its journey through digestive system in the mouth; inside the mouth are many organs that aid in the digestion of food –the tongue, teeth, and salivary glands. Teeth chop food into small pieces, which are moistened by saliva before the tongue and other muscles push the food into the pharynx. * Pharynx: the throat; a tube that starts at the internal nares and runs partway down the neck where it opens into the oesophagus posteriorly and the larynx anteriorly. It functions as a passage way for both the digestive and respiratory systems. The pharynx receives the food after being swallowed and pushes it to the oesophagus. * Oesophagus: The hollow muscular tube that connects the pharynx and the stomach. The oesophagus contracts to produce wavelike motions, it receives food from the mouth when you...
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...Raymond Urrea Sharon Studdert FCS-19 June 16, 2014 Becoming a Vegetarian For many years, the decision to follow a vegetarian diet was regarded as a noble but deprived existence at best. As the number of vegetarians has grown, and the range of food available has become wider, it has become clear that most vegetarians enjoy their food a great deal and, what is more, there are possible health benefits associated with vegetarian eating. Perhaps the most obvious benefit of vegetarian eating is the reduced risk of coronary heart disease. Vegetarians tend to have lower levels of cholesterol, reduced clotting factors, lower blood pressure and a lower incidence of diabetes. These reduced risks are because vegetarian diets usually have: Lower saturated fat content, higher fiber content lower salt content, larger amounts of fruit and vegetables, more complex carbohydrates and fewer simple sugars. (Polunin) A study showed that people who ate raw salad/vegetables three to four times a week suffered up to 50% less heart disease and cancer than non-salad eaters. Cancer risk may also lower with a vegetarian diet, particularly cancer of the colon. There is also some evidence that vegetarian diets (or diets with only a small meat content) may reduce the risk of cancer of the breast, pancreas, prostate and kidney. The bad points are the fact that although a carefully planned and varied vegetarian diet can provide all the necessary nutrients. The situation isn't helped by the relatively narrow...
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...so great. It turns out that the picture is more complicated than that. The digestive system handles all carbohydrates in much the same way—it breaks them down (or tries to break them down) into single sugar molecules, since only these are small enough to cross into the bloodstream. It also converts most digestible carbohydrates into glucose (also known as blood sugar), because cells are designed to use this as a universal energy source. Fiber is an exception. It is put together in such a way that it can’t be broken down into sugar molecules, and so it passes through the body undigested. Fiber comes in two varieties: soluble fiber dissolves in water, while insoluble fiber does not. Although neither type nourishes the body, they promote health in many ways. Soluble fiber binds to fatty substances in the intestines and carries them out as a waste, thus...
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... | |1 | PREFACE |3 | |2 |ACKNOWLEDGEMENT |4 | |3 |DECLARATION |5 | |3 |COMPANY PROFILE |6-10 | |4 |INTRODUCTION |11-14 | |5 |PRODUCT INTRODUCTION |15 | |6 |TRAINING SESSION |16 | |7 |PROJECT SUMMARY |17 | |8 |OBJECTIVES OF PROJECT...
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...Dental Association Introduction 100% Real Dental Healing Testimonials Leroy from Utah Ms. Steuernol from Alberta , Canada Mike from Ashland , Oregon Pioneering Tooth Cavity Remineralization CHAPTER 1 DENTISTRY'S INABILITY TO CURE CAVITIES Reaffirm Your Choice to Cure Your Cavities The Real Cause of Cavities Remembering Your Connection Fear of the Dentist How Conventional Dentistry Works Micro-organisms Conventional Dentistry’s Losing Battle Against Bacteria The Failure of Conventional Dentistry Chapter 1 References CHAPTER 2 DENTIST WESTON PRICE DISCOVERS THE CURE Lack of Nutrition is the Cause of Physical Degeneration The Healthy People of the Loetschental Valley, Switzerland Modern Swiss were Losing Their Health The Healthy People of the Outer Hebrides Gaelics on Modern Foods are Losing Their Health Genetics and Tooth Decay Aborigines of Australia Nutritive Values of Diets Compared Fat-soluble Vitamins and Activators Mantesh Why Tooth Decay with Modern Civilization? Weston Price's Tooth Decay Curing Protocol Dr. Price's Protocol Summarized Chapter 2 References CHAPTER 3 MAKE YOUR TEETH STRONG WITH FAT-SOLUBLE VITAMINS How Teeth Remineralize 101 Hormones and Tooth Decay Cholesterol The Miracle of Vitamin D Vital Fat-Soluble Vitamin A Cod Liver Oil Heals Cavities Weston Price’s Activator X More Fat-Soluble Vitamin Sources: Bone Marrow, Brain, Kidneys, and Glands Organs from the Water Fat-soluble Vitamin Summary Chapter 3 References ...
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...2016 INTRODUCTION This term paper is about Orange Juice and how it is produced and gotten. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT My foremost gratitude goes to Almighty God, JEHOVAH, who has led me thus far. I also want to appreciate the effort of my Family members most especially Mrs Nwankwo Happiness .U. who has been helping me both financially and whose love has kept me going. Also my friend who helped me to type this work. ORANGE JUICE Orange juice is the liquid extract of the fruit of the orange tree. It is made by squeezing the fresh orange. Some commercial orange juice with a long shelf life are made by drying and later re-hydrating the juice, or by concentrating the juice and later adding water to the concentrate. Others are made by pasteurizing the juice and removing oxygen from it, necessitating the later addition of a flavor pack, generally made from orange products. It is known for its health benefits, particularly its high concentration of vitamin C. It comes in several different varieties, including blood orange. Orange juice is made from unfermented fresh oranges and provides many benefits for the body. Fresh orange juice is the richest source of vitamin C and fulfills an entire day’s worth of vitamin C in just one serving. Chock full of useful minerals like potassium and magnesium, orange juice is also very low in fat and contains no cholesterol whatsoever. NUTRITION A cup serving of raw, fresh orange juice, amounting to 248 grams or 8 ounces, has 124 mg of vitamin C. It...
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...electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior permission of Whurr Publishers Limited. This publication is sold subject to the conditions that it shall not, by way of trade or otherwise, be lent, resold, hired out, or otherwise circulated without the publisher’s prior consent in any form of binding or cover other than that in which it is published and without a similar condition including this condition being imposed upon any subsequent purchaser. British Library Cataloguing in Publication Data A catalogue record for this book is available from the British Library. ISBN 1 86156 216 0 Printed and bound in the UK by Athenaeum Press Ltd, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear. Contents Series Preface Introduction Background Current health targets – Saving Lives: Our Healthier Nation Nutritional issues highlighted in Saving Lives: Our Healthier Nation Contents Chapter 1 A healthy diet Dietary reference...
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