Dietary Choices Flashcards
Explain some of the reasons for dietary choices
Personal preference
Intolerances
Health Conditions and Medical Advice
Ethical and Environmental Concerns
Religious and Cultural Beliefs
Weight management and fitness goals
Dietary trends
Cooking skills
Explain why allergies and intolerances are sometimes the reasons for food choices
Food intolerances refer to the body’s difficulty in digesting certain foods, which leads to adverse reactions
Food intolerance is generally characterized by digestive problems
Common symptoms include bloating, gas, diarrhea, and stomach pain. Food intolerances can result from enzyme deficiencies (e.g lactose intolerance), sensitivity to food additives, or reaction to naturally occurring compounds in foods
Identifying and managing food intolerances often involves eliminating trigger foods and may require medical guidance for accurate diagnosis and dietary adjustments
Give some of the health conditions that would affect dietary choices
Diabetes
Pre-diabetic
Cardiovascular episode
Hypertension
Pregnancy
Gatrointestinal condions
Menopause
Give some of the ethical and environmental concerns that would affect dietary choices
More awareness of the global impact of food production on the environment
Ethical concerns around the consumption of animal products and by-products
Food miles
Packaging
Explain the different types of vegetarian diets there are and what foods people cannot consume if they follow these diets
Ovo-Lactoc Vegetarians
Excludes meat, fish, and poultry, but includes dairy products (Lacto) and eggs (ovo)
Lacto-Vegetarian:
Excludes meat, fish, poultry and eggs, but includes dairy products (lacto)
Ovo Vegetarians:
Excludes meat, fish, poultry, and dairy, but includes eggs (ovo)
Flexitarian or Semi-Vegetarian:
Primarily follows a plant-based diet but occasionally includes small amounts of meat, fish, or poultry
Pescatarian:
Excludes meat and poultry but includes fish and other seafood
Pollotarian:
Excludes red meat, fish, and seafood but includes poultry
Explain what a vegan diet is and what it includes and does not include
A vegan diet is a plant-based eating pattern that excludes all animal-derived products. In a vegan diet:
The primary focus is on consuming fruit, vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts and seeds
Vegans avoid all animal products, including meat, poultry, fish, dairy, eggs, and honey.
Explain what a raw vegan is
In addition to excluding animal products, this diet emphasizes consuming raw and unprocessed plant foods
Includes: fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and sprouted grains are staples, often eaten in their natural state
Identify some of the religious and cultural beliefs that would affect dietary choice
Kosher (Judaism)
Hala (Islam)
Vegetarianism (Hinduism, Jainism)
Lenten Fasting (Christianity)
Sicks: encouraged to follow a simple and balanced diet
Buddhism: some Buddhists may follow vegetarian practices
Explain what a keto diet is and give the concerns of following this diet
High fat, moderate protein, and very low carbohydrate intake to include ketosis, where the body burns fat for fuel
Concerns: Potential nutrient deficiencies, difficulty sustaining long-term, and possible side effects
Explain what intermittent fasting is and give the concerns of following this diet
Involves cycling between periods of eating and fasting, with various methods like 16/8 methods or alternate-day fasting
Concerns: may not be suitable for everyone, potential for overeating during eating windows, and challenges with adherence
Explain what a palaeolithic (paleo) diet is and give the concerns of following this diet
Focuses on foods presumed to have been available to humans during the Paleolithic era, such as lean meats, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds
Concerns: Lack of certain food groups, potential dor nutritional deficiencies, and limited scientific support for some claims
Explain what carnivore diet is and give the concerns of following this diet
Involves consuming only animal products and excludes all plant-based foods
Concerns: lack of fiber and essential nutrients found in plant foods, the potential for nutrient imbalances, and limited long-term research
Explain the following dietary trends and fads:
Personalized nutrition
Functional foods
Mindful Eating
Personalized Nutrition:
Advances in technology and nutrition science are leading to increased interest in personalized nutrition. Tailoring diets based on individual genetic makeup, health conditions, and lifestyle factors in becoming more feasible
Functional Foods:
There is a growing interest in foods that offer health benefits beyond basic nutrition. Functional foods often contain added nutrients, probiotics, or other bioactive compounds that may have positive effects on health
Mindful Eating:
Mindful eating focuses on being present and attentive while eating, promoting a healthier relationship with foods. This includes paying attention to hunger and fullness cues, savouring flavours, and avoiding distractions during meals
