Dietitian & Nutritionist Flashcards
What are some examples of protective nutrients?
-Fibre (skins of fruit, wholegrains, vegetables)
-Low GI foods (wholegrains, vegetables, lentils)
What is the outcome of eating protective nutrients?
Increased feeling of satiety (feeling fuller for longer) > less likely to have a positive energy balance = decreased risk of obesity
What are some examples of risk nutrients?
-Saturated fat (animals fats in meats and butter, fried foods)
-Trans fats (Processed foods like pies and pasties, supermarket cakes)
What is the outcome of eating saturated and trans fats?
Increased intake of these nutrients can lead to excess adipose tissue stored around the body > increased risk of overweight and obesity
What is another example of a risk nutrient?
-High GI foods (Potatoes, white bread and rice)
What is the outcome of eating high GI foods?
As blood sugar decreases, hunger increases which can then lead to overeating and a positive energy balance
What is the role of a dietitian?
They are experts in food and nutrition. They provide guidance on how to appropriately manage diets and nutrition for normal people and those suffering from health conditions (e. g diabetes, anaemia, heart disease)
What is the role of a nutritionist?
They provide advice on matter relating to food and how it impacts health but they are NOT qualified to provide medical advice or medical nutrition therapy.
Explain Iron as a Protective nutrient
Iron is found in tofu, red meats, soybeans, green leafy vegetables
Outcome = Increased red blood cells/Haemoglobin which means increased ability to carry oxygen
What is Iron Deficiency (Anaemia)?
Low red blood cell count (insufficient haemoglobin) causing a lack of oxygen travelling to body’s organs
Explain Calcium as a Protective nutrient
Calcium is found in dairy products like milk and cheese, soybeans and green leafy vegetables
Outcome = increased bone density meaning increased strength of bones and decreased risk of breaks
What is Osteoporosis?
It is the development of porous bones, bone density thins and weakens, resulting in an increased risk of fractures
What is the link to diet of how Osteoporosis can help to be prevented?
Can be prevented from having a diet that is high in calcium and vitamin D
What is Vitamin D found in? (other than in the sun)
Fish
What is Type 2 Diabetes?
It is when the pancreas may not produce enough insulin or its action is ineffective
