chapter 9 Flashcards

Question

P (Biofl avonoids) (no RDA)

Answer 1

natural source- Fruits functions- For healthy connective tissue, aids in utilization of vitamin C deficiency symptoms- Tendency to bleed easily, gum bleeding, bruising, similar to vitamin C’s symptoms

Answer 2

natural source- Dairy products, bone meal functions- Resilient bones, teeth, muscle tissue, regulating heartbeat, blood clotting deficiency symptoms- Soft, brittle bones; osteoporosis, heart palpitations

Answer 3

natural source- Corn oil, yeast, clams, whole grains functions- Body’s use of glucose, energy, effective use of insulin deficiency symptoms-Atherosclerosis, diabetic sugar intolerance

Answer 4

natural source- Whole grains, leafy green vegetables, seafood, almonds functions- Healthy red blood cells, bone growth and formation, joins with vitamin C to form elastin deficiency symptoms- Skin lesions, general weakness, labored respiration

Answer 5

natural sources- Iodized table salt, shellfish functions- Part of the hormone thyroxine which controls metabolism deficiency symptoms- Dry skin and hair, obesity, nervousness, goiters

Answer 6

natural source- Meats, fish, leafy green vegetables functions- Hemoglobin formation, blood quality, resistance to stress and disease deficiency symptoms- Anemia, constipation, breathing difficulties

Answer 7

natural source- Nuts, green vegetables, whole grains functions- Metabolism deficiency symptoms-Nervousness, agitation, disorientation, blood clots

Answer 8

natural source- Egg yolks, legumes, whole grains functions Carbohydrate and fat production, sex hormone production, bone development deficiency symptoms- Dizziness, lacking muscle coordination

Answer 9

natural sources- Proteins, grains functions Bone development, important in protein, fat, and carbohydrate utilization deficiency symptoms- Soft bones, rickets, loss of appetite, irregular breathing

Answer 10

natural sources- Grains, vegetables, bananas, fruits, legumes functions- Fluid balance; controls activity of heart muscle, nervous system, and kidneys deficiency symptoms- Irregular heartbeat, muscle cramps (legs), dry skin, general weakness

Answer 11

natural sources- Table salt, shellfish, meat and poultry functions- Maintains muscular, blood, lymph, and nervous systems; regulates body fluid deficiency symptoms- Muscle weakness and atrophy, nausea, dehydration

Answer 12

natural sources- Fish, eggs, nuts, cabbage, meat functions- Collagen and body tissue formation, gives strength to keratin deficiency symptoms- N/A

Answer 13

natural source- Whole grains, wheat bran functions- Healthy digestion and metabolism, reproductive system, aids in healing deficiency symptoms- Stunted growth, delayed sexual maturity, prolonged wound healing

Answer 14

natural source- Whole grains, liver, meat, fish functions- Part of important antioxidant: glutathione peroxidase deficiency symptoms- Heart damage, reduces body’s resistance to chronic illnesses

Answer 15

natural sources- Fluoridated water and toothpaste functions- Bone and tooth formation deficiency symptoms- Increased tooth decay

Answer 16

vitamin-containing substances that are converted to the actual vitamin once they are in the body.

Answer 17

a vitamin has been added to a food product

Answer 18

when used both internally and externally

Answer 19

weight divided by 2 divided by 8

Answer 20

* Exercise: Move your body (walking, running, hiking) for ½ hour at least three times a week * Hydrate: Make certain that you are getting enough water (Figure 9-14) * Eat: Fresh fruits and vegetables of all colors everyday for antioxidant benefits * Balance the fats: Eat no more that 30 percent of overall caloric intake in fats, and 10 percent or less in bad saturated fats * Reduce inflammation: Minimize sugar and processed food intake * Manage your protein: Keep protein at 20 percent of total caloric daily intake * Cook lightly: Steam, poach, or stir-fry foods instead of grilling, broiling, or baking * Frequent the fiber: Add more whole grains, nuts and seeds, or cereals to your diet * Drink green tea: Sipping on green tea helps to lower cholesterol, reduces blood sugar levels, and provides additional antioxidant benefits * Have regular massages: Trade services with other practitioners * DO NOT SMOKE: By now, we all know that smoking is detrimental to our health, both inside and outside; start a smoking cessation program as soon as possible if you are still smoking; visit: www.smokefree.gov * Make healthy friends: Maintain good healthy relationships; the esthetics’ profession demands your best * Schedule routine health checks: Make certain to have your regular dental cleanings, physicals, and other health screenings (Figure 9–15) * Have fun: Remember your passion for esthetics and make time for you!