Chapter 7 Weight Management Chapter 8 The Vitamins Chapter 9 Water and the Minerals Chapter 10 Nutrition through the Lifecycle: Pregnancy and Lactation Chapter 11 Nutrition through the Life Span: Infancy, Childhood, and Adolescence
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The theory that the body tends to maintain a certain weight by means of its own internal controls is referred to as the set point theory
What is the Set Point Theory?
100
A, D, E, and K. They are first absorbed into the lymph.

Note: Overconsumptions can lead to toxicity.
What are the fat soluble vitamins and where are they absorbed?
100
Female: 2.7 L /day Males 3.7L/day
What is the adequate intake of water for females and males (liters per day)?
100
RDA of protein during pregnancy requires an extra 25g per day.

Note: Vegan women should get protein from legumes, whole grains, nuts and seeds
What is the RDA for protein during pregnancy?
100
Vitamin K – to prevent uncontrolled bleeding
What is the only supplement recommended at birth?
200
Saxendra, Belviq, Contrave, Orlistat (reduces the absorption of fat), Qsymia (Phentermine)
What are the 5 weight loss medications approved by the FDA?
200
Vitamin A deficiency can cause night blindness. Major cause of childhood blindness.

Note: Beta-carotene (precursor to Vitamin A) is found in dark green and orange vegetables
What does a vitamin A deficiency lead to?
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People who regularly take prescription drugs such as steroids and diuretics are at risk for a deficiency
Fresh fruits and veggies are the richest sources of potassium.

Note: The typical US diet does not get enough potassium.
Who is at risk for a potassium deficiency? What is the richest food source of potassium?
200
350, 450, 330
How many extra calories should pregnant women have in the 2nd and 3rd trimester and lactation?
200
Honey and corn syrup
What 2 foods should be omitted in children under 12 months due to the risk of botulism?
300
150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise per week to prevent weight gain. Must be something you enjoy and can do regularly.
What are the basic physical activity recommendations?
300
Vitamin K is synthesized in the intestine by bacteria. Vitamin K plays a role in blood clotting.
Which fat soluble vitamin can be synthesized in the intestine by bacteria?
300
UL 2300mg. Major source is salt added by manufacturers.

Note: Chronic high sodium intake can raise BP.
What is the tolerable upper limit (UL) of sodium and what is the major source of sodium in the standard American diet?
300
A woman may safely consume up to 200 mg of caffeine daily during pregnancy.
What are the caffeine recommendations during pregnancy?
300
Can cause intestinal bleeding
Why shouldn't a child under age 1 drink cows milk?
400
A healthy low-kcal diet is 500-750 calories less than normal intake.

Note: Nutritional adequacy is difficult to achieve with less than 1200 calories per day.
How many calories less than normal intake is a healthy low calorie diet?
400
Vitamin C, all the B vitamins. Overconsumption is excreted in urine.
What are the water soluble vitamins and what happens if you overconsume them?
400
Part of the hemoglobin molecule – helps to carry oxygen.
Good sources include dried fruits, enriched cereals, legumes, clams. Increase absorption by adding vitamin C rich foods.
What is the main function of iron and what are good food sources?
400
Exclusive breastfeeding until at least 6 months. Should start as soon as possible. An acceptable alternative – iron fortified formula.
Exclusive breastfeeding is recommended for at least how many months? What is an acceptable alternative?
400
85th percentile

Note: Being overweight increases the risk for type 2 diabetes
Overweight is classified as a BMI for age above what percentile?
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Include energy dense foods, engage in weight training
What are two ways to gain weight healthfully?
500
Vitamin B 12 deficiency can lead to pernicious anemia. Vegans are at a high risk.
What does a B12 deficiency lead to? What population is at high risk?
500
99% provides rigidity for the bones.
Vitamin D enhances calcium absorption.
What does 99% of calcium do and what vitamin enhances the absorption of calcium?
500
At least 13 cups of water per day.
What are the water recommendation for lactating women?
500
Let the child participate in meal planning and grocery shopping.
Avoid the power struggle by the parent NOT controlling every aspect of childs eating
The parents should set a good example because they are one of the most influential people in shaping self-concept and addressing weight concerns.
Limit screen time to less than 2 hours per day.
What are 4 healthy behaviors that can help toddlers eat?






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