Energy Balance + Eating Disorders Flashcards
What contributes to an excess of fat stores?
overconsumption of energy-yielding nutrients
After breakdown, carbohydrates end up where?
fat stores, liver and muscle glycogen stores
After broken down, proteins end up where?
fat stores, nitrogen lost in urine
In a long-term fasting state, what initially provides most of the needed glucose?
body protein (NOT DIETARY)
What happens during long-term fasting?
fatty acids and amino acids are converted to ketone bodies which help feed the NERVOUS SYSTEM
Which eating disorder is the most common?
binge eating disorder
What are some causes of eating disorders?
sociocultural, psychological, neurochemical
What is the female athlete triad?
extreme weight loss causes amenorrhea and excessive loss of calcium from the bones
What is RED-S?
relative energy deficiency in sport (insufficient energy relative to needs to support exercise activities and growth)
What are some food intake behaviors of anorexia?
limits portion sizes, knows calorie amounts, exercises or takes laxatives if she gains weight, drinks lots of water to fill stomach
What is the nutritional rehab for anorexia?
balanced diet, planning meals, eat frequently with healthy snacks, set a realistic weight goal, support group
What makes up bulimia nervosa?
restriction, binge eating (thousands of cal from junk food) then purges the food from their body
How often does the bulimic cycle occur?
at least once a week for three months
Which eating disorder responds more readily to treatment?
binge eating disorder
What source can we go to to prevent eating disorders?
NEDIC (national eating disorders information centre)
