Dietitian Talks Flashcards
Which population is at risk most for malnutrition?
Older women Socially isolated Living with depression Polypharmacy Poor oral health
What are the benefits of coconut oil?
Boosts HDL, cholesterol and LDL
Can improve body composition
What are the benefits of olive oil?
Shown to boost HDL + lower LDL Anti-inflamm Protective from stroke and CVD Antioxidant properties Reduce impact of Alzheimer's and Rheumatoid arthritis
What are the harms of dieting?
Inc inflamm Worsen insulin resistance Inc risk of osteoporosis Inc stress and cortisol prod Inc anxiety about weight Impact mental health
What is the dieting cycle? List its steps
Cycle of weight cycling and weight gain Start with food restriction Leads to deprivation of food Eat to feel better Causes you to temp feel better Disappointed about eating Which builds up negative emotions And causes you to start restricting food
Is BMI a good predictor of morbidity or mortality? Why or why not?
No
BMI dependent on population
Not reliable about cultural groups
What is the HALT Principle? List its steps
Helps to distinguish physical hunger vs emotional hunger H: Am I physically hungry? A: Am I anxious, angry, or agitated? L: Am I lonely or bored? T: Am I tired?
What are the long term complications of Bariatric surgery?
Weight regain Nutritional deficiencies Higher suicide rates and depression Relapse of diabetes and HTN Pts wanting help with body image Medications are poorly absorbed post surgery (Levothyroxine, SSRIs, Antibiotics, Birth Control Pills)
What are some common nutritional deficits in Canada?
Vitamin D Vitamin D3 Vitamin B12 Iron Magnesium
What are some key nutrients needed to make immune cells?
Protein Vitamins A, B6, B9, B12, C, D, E Iron Zinc Copper Selenium Magnesium
Why are omega 3 fats important?
Nutrients needed to manage inflammation
What are the protein needs for a healthy person, someone undergoing healing/inflammation and a malnourished person?
Healthy: 1g/kg/day
Healing/Inflammation: 1.2-1.5g/kg/day
Malnourished: 2g/kg/day
