M1 Discuss similarities and differences in the nutritional and energy requirements of 2 groups of individuals Within this document I will be discussing the similarities and differences in the nutritional and energy requirements of adults and pregnant women. I will be comparing and contrasting their nutritional and energy requirements of adults and pregnant women. Firstly, adults; once growth has stopped, adults need to maintain their weight, but should try to avoid putting on extra weight. High-fat
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Fat- and Water-Soluble Vitamins April Gough University of Phoenix Nutrition SCI/241 Mary L. Martin November 7, 2014 Fat- and Water-Soluble Vitamins Vitamins don't provide energy, like carbohydrates, proteins and fats, but they are essential compounds that help the body grow and function optimally. Thirteen essential vitamins help boost your immunity, strengthen your bones, heal wounds, bolster your eyesight and assist you in obtaining energy from food -- among multiple other functions.
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Questions: 1.) Taking vitamin C can ward off a cold TRUE or FALSE When researchers recently reviewed more than a decade’s worth of findings, they concluded that so-called mega-doses of vitamin C don’t prevent colds for most people. Some studies suggest vitamin C may help you get over the symptoms a little faster. But vitamin C doesn’t appear to lessen its intensity. What vitamins or minerals may help reduce the risk of age-related vision loss? A Zeaxanthin and lutein from fruits
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Protein, Fat, Folacin, Niacin, Calcium, Iron, Zinc, Fluoride, Chloride, Chromium, Copper, Iodine, Magnesium, Manganese, Molybedenum, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Sodium, Pantothenic Acid, Biotin, Vitamin A, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Vitamin K. Functions, Symptoms and Sources. Protein The function of Protein is building up tissue proteins, helps maintain fluid balance, it is a source of energy, helps in the formation of anti-bodies
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Vitamins are classified as fat-soluble and water soluble. According to Utah Education Network fat soluble vitamins goes through the body absorbs and stores in fat. Water soluble vitamins dissolve in water and are transported through the body. According to Nuble (2010) the body needs a minimum amount of vitamins and minerals every day to stay health and function correctly. If the body doesn’t get the right amount of vitamins on a daily basis it takes the body through changes. For example if the
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vegetable is a good source of Vitamin A, calcium, and Vitamin B2. Broccoli has to be grown on well drain soil pH should be 6.0 to 6.5. Omar Alejo ABT-92 Outline 4/6/2014 Broccoli How Is It Grown 1. Introduction a. Broccoli Is good for your health b. Broccoli is a part of the cabbage family. c. It has been shown to fight cancer cells in lab tests 2 Soil Quality a. Soils that are well-suited for the production of broccoli are fertile b. Well drained c. Have texture ranging from sandy
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Food Groups and Calories Report | | | | | | | | | | Jules's Food Groups and Calories Report 11/06/14 - 11/06/14 | Your plan is based on a 3200 Calorie allowance. | | | | | Food Groups | Target | Average Eaten | Status | | | | Grains | 10 ounce(s) | 2 ounce(s) | Under | | | | Whole Grains | ≥ 5 ounce(s) | 2 ounce(s) | Under | | | | Refined Grains | ≤ 5 ounce(s) | 0 ounce(s) | OK | | | | Vegetables | 4 cup(s) | ½ cup(s) | Under | | | | Dark Green |
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This group consists of protein, fat and carbohydrates. On the other hand, micronutrients are smaller in comparison and only a minute amount is required by the body to aid macronutrients in their various capacities. Micronutrients are made up of vitamins and minerals. Coherently, water is needed to
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particularly if physical activity is restricted. Although this often means eating less, requirements for protein, vitamins and minerals remain largely unchanged. The total daily kcal requirement is 1900 for women and 2330 for men. Energy requirements decline with increasing age. It is, therefore, important that older people choose a nutrient-dense diet, including foods which contain protein, vitamins and minerals such as milk and dairy products, meat, eggs, fish, bread, cereals, and fruit and vegetables.
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DIET & PHYSICAL ACTIVITY ANALYSIS PROJECT University of Maryland University College (UMUC) NUTR 100 Abstract In the following paper I 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
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