Chapter 16: Supplements Flashcards
Hidden Hunger
A term given to the nutritional deficiencies in people who consume adequate calories but inadequate micronutrients.
Delivery systems
The forms in which a supplement enters the body for absorption.
Multivitamins
A supplement containing two or more vitamins or minerals or both.
Herbal supplements
Supplements created from plants thought to be useful for general health.
Aloe vera usage
Topical burns, gastritis, psoriasis
Black cohosh usage
Night sweats, menopausal symptoms
Echinacea usage
Cold and flu, immune health
Flaxseed usage
Lowers cholesterol.
Ginkgo biloba usage
Memory, brain function
Peppermint oil
Digestive problems, bowel conditions.
Soy usage
Memory loss, menopausal symptomes.
Saint John’s Wort usage
anxiety, sleep disorders
Tea tree oil usage
Acne, athlete’s foot, cold sores, dandruff
Garlic usage
Lowers cholesterol, boosts immunity
Hawthorn usage
high blood pressure, heart conditions.
Licorice root usage
Cirrhosis, stomach ulcers, cough
Echinacea side effects
Fatigue, dizziness, gastrointestinal issues
Garlic side effects
Nausea, headache, heart palpitations
Saw palmetto side effects
headache, diarrhea
Ginseng side effects
anorexia, rash, headache, blood pressure changes
Saint john’s wort side effects
Light sensitivity, dry mouth, dizziness.
Whey protein benefits
contains leucine, digested quickly
Casein protein benefits
slow digesting, reduces muscle wasting post exercise
Pea protein benefits
Does not contain lactose, slower digesting
Egg protein benefits
High quality protein, very bioavailable, complete protein source.
Brown rice protein benefits
Contains all essential amino acids.
Soy protein benefits
Contains all essential amino acids
Anabolic steroids
Synthetic steroid hormones used to promote muscle growth and increased physical performance.
Glucocorticosteroids
Anti-inflammatory steroid like prednisone and cortisone
Minerocorticosteroids
Steroids like vasopressin that are prescribed fro water retention.
Thermogenic supplements
Weight-management supplements increasing the body temperature.
