Final Discussion Sheets Flashcards

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Phytonutrients are/are not a nutrient component of plant foods

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ARE NOT

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Fruits and vegetables have a protective effect against:

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Cancer types all over the body

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Fruits and vegetables preventative effects

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They are nutrient dense

Displace saturated fat

High in phytonutrients

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Human blood levels of retinol do/do not correlate with cancer risk

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Do not

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Antioxidants like B-carotene work by quenching free radicals so that they do not damage DNA and lead to cancer

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true

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6
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B carotene was effective against cancer in smokers

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false

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Carotenoids may just be a marker for the real protective factors, such as phytochemicals, which may protect against cancer since plants are very chemically complex

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Carcinogen

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A chemical that damages DNA and initiates cancer

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Why has stomach cancer decreased?

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There are better food preservation to prevent spoilage (may contain carcinogens)

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10
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How long does carcinogenesis take place?

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may take decades

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Promotion stage

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When a normal cell is transformed into a cancer cell

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Angiogenesis

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The formation of blood supply to the tumor

takes place during the progression stage

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Treatment for cancer

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Takes place during the progression stage, when tumor is detected

takes 10^9 cells for detection

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14
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Malignant tumors

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only invasive tumor

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15
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Phytonutrients can interfere with any of the three stages of cancer development

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16
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Anti-hormones such as Genisten, Liganans, and Indoles decrease body levels of estrogen

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TRUE

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17
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Hyperplasia

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The increase in number of cells

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18
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Hypertrophy

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The increase in cell size

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19
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Teratrogens, such as excessive retinol suppements and alcohol, during the first trimester can cause birth deffects

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TRUE

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20
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Overweight mothers such gain how much weight during pregnancy

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15-25 lbs compared to 25-25 for normal weight mothers

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Protein, folate, iron, and calcium needs all increase during pregnancy

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TRUE

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22
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Eclampsia

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Results from an increase in b.p. brought on by edema during pregnancy

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23
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Cow’s milk before 1 year

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Too little CHO and fat, too high in proteins and minerals

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24
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Infant colic caused by what?

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unknown reasons

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What is the best strategy for cancer prevention?
Eating a diet high in fruits and vegetables
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Extra calories for pregnancy are needed mostly during which trimester?
second and third
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All of the following are barriers to breast-feeding EXCEPT?
Having to carry a lot of equipment when traveling
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At what age does hyperplasia of the brain cease?
Eighteen months
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The American Acaedmy of Pediatrics suggests that children can begin following heart-healthy, low-fat, low-cholesterol, diets after about....
Age 2
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A soman's daily calorie needs from most to least
Lactating, pregnant, pre-pregnant
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Individuals with low blood levels of Vitamin A are more likely to have cancer
FALSE
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Progression step of carcinogenesis involves?
Angiogenesis - formation of blood supply to cells Unregulated replication of cancer cells, creating a tumor
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Nutrition-related teratogens
Retinol supplements Alcohol
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Pregnant vegetarians need to pay special attention to obtaining adequate intake of which of the following micronutrients?
Vitamin B-12, iron, calcium
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Nutrition-related risk factors for maternal and infant mortality include...
Pica Dieting or fasting for more than 12 hours
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Your are most likely to consume nitrates and nitrosamines if you eat which of the following?
Bacon and cured meats
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Which phytochemical is found in soy foods and what is its activity in the body?
Genistein; inhibits the binding of restrogen to receptors on the cell membrane
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A pregnant woman's need for which of the following sets of nutrients shows the biggest increase?
Iron and folate
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You are giving nutritional advice to a pregnant woman. She complains of heartburn and constipation. What is your advice?
These are normal symptoms of pregnancy due to the influence of placental hormones. Eat low-fat foods, remain upright after eating, and get plenty of fluids Eat a diet high in fiber and try to maintain a moderate exercise regimen
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How does human breast milk change during feeding
from low fat to high fat
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The best ways to assess infant growth are
Height for age Weight for height
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The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends no solid foods for infants until what age
4-6 months
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Comapring the nutrition needs of infantss with children, which is true?
The requirements for vitamins and minerals do not go down
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Which types of foods are most often preferred by children?
Crisp, crunchy foods Foods with mild flavors
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Carcinogens result from inadequate nutrient intake
FALSE
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The initiation of a cancer cell involves
Genetic damage
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Phytochemicals that prevent cancer the the induction of higher levels of detoxification enzymes do so at which stage in cancer development
Initiation Promotion
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Three stages in the development of cancer
initiation, promotion, progression
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Premature infants catch up in growth by about age
2-3 years
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Under which condition should breastfeeding be avoided?
Maternal use of a medication that passes into breastmilk
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How does malnutrition affect growth?
If hypertrophy is arrested, it is reversible
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Phytonutrients
Non-nutrient components of plant foods - not essential - no deficiency symptoms Play role in maintianing health
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Nutrients
Specific chemicals essential and necessary Body can't synthesize Deficieny symptoms
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Why do plant foods protect us against cancer?
Nutrient dense Displacement of fat, saturated fat Nutrients as protective factors
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Vitamin A as protective factor
Retinol role in cell differentiation Cancer cells undifferentiated Protective in cell culture studies Defiency increases cancer risk in animals But, blood levels not correlated with cancer risk
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Vitamin A precursors as protective factor
Blood levles of beta-carotene correlative with cancer risk Beta-carotene hypothesis: protects without conversion to retnol Power anti-oxidant
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Anti-oxidant hypothesis
Free radical oxygen damages DNA Oxidative damage to DNA causes cancer Antioxidants quench free radicals Block DNA damage C, E
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Carotenoids
\<1/3 of US vitamin A intake comes from carotenoids 500 in nature yellow/orange fruits and veggies have B carotene Dark leefy greens: lutein Tomatoes: lycopene
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High carotenoid intake
Decreased cancer risk
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Formation of cancer
Carcinogens-chemicals which damage DNA and initiate cancer Industrial exposure - vinyl chloride (plastic furniture), asbestos, pesticides Nitrates/nitrosamines: bacon and beer Better preservation decreases cancer
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Angiogensis occurs where?
Progression stage Formation of new blood supply for the tumor
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Estrogen and Cancer
Promotes breast, uterine, and ovarian cancers
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Anti hormones
Genistein from soybeans - binds estrogen receptor
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Mixing of foods
May promote extensive contamination due to the nature of processing these foods (ground beef, bagged lettuce)
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Global Food Network
May promote the transfer of foodborne illness due to the extensive availability of foods across the world
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Chemicals/Contaminants
Found in plant products to prevent microbial growth and increase grwoing yield
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Food poisoning/food borne illness
arise from the spoilage of food
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Pasteurization
Has eliminated tuberculosis in our society
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Thphoid/Cholera
Vitually non-existent in America due to the cleaning of our water supply
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Camplylobacter
Found in birds and causes diarrhea, vomiting, fever, and cramps Results from underbooking and cross-contamination
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Norwalk like virus
Direction contamination of food - sick and doesnt wash hands vomiting
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Salmonella
Comes from the guts of birds, mammals, and reptiles Diarrhea, fever, and cramping
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E. Coli
A normal inhabitant of our guts but certain strains (O157:57) cause cramping, fever Can lead to hemolytic uremia syndrome resulting in kidney failure
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Listeria
May be detrimental to individuals who have an underdeveloped/compromised immune system Infants, elderly, cancer, and HIV
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Foodborne toxins
Produced by the bacteria which end up making you sick instead of the actual bacteria
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otulism ( clostridium Botulinum)
One of the most deadly foodborne toxin leading to paralysis, severe nervous system damage, or death
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Staphylococcus Aureus
A very common bacteria found on the skin but certain strains may lead to foodborne illness
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Sources of foodborne ilness
Guts of animals Improper manure compositing organic food Sprouts Unpasteurized dairy products/ juice Infected food handlers
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Personal practices
the easiest and most efficient way to prevent foodborne illness
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Ground beef and pork
160 degrees cooked
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Chicken
165 degrees cooked
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Intact pieces of beef
Can be cooked to 145 degrees because the contamination is found on the outside surface
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Raw meat
Kept on the bottom of the refrigerator Should have a seperate cutting board
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Temperature danger zone
40-140 Fridge kept at 34-38
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Food additives
Colors Flavors Preservatives Modified food starch Guar gums Carrageenan Vitamins and minerals (fortification)
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Processes foods
decreased- fiber potassium and trace minerals increased- salt, sugar, and fat
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Bisphenol A (BPA)
A chemical contaminant found in plastic that leeches into food and water and has estrogenic type effects
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Melamine
A deliberate milk additive used in China to increase the nitrogen concentration to claim higher concentrations of protein
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Benefits of organic foods
No chemical damage to environment, improved water supply Use about 1/3 less energy than conventional methods
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animal products typically do not have pesticide residue
True
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Dioxine and PCB
Contaminants that are typically found in the water supply including rainfall and may accumulate in larger fish = bioaccmulation
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Antibotics
Typically used to prevent disease and improve growth Not found in meat for sale
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Water content
The water content of food increases the weight of food significantly
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Air freight
Most expensive and least efficient way to transport food
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Ships (water)
More efficient are reduce costs
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Forzen fish are more economical compared to fresh fish because they reduce transportation costs
TRUE
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Access to local foods can be achieved through:
Farmers markets Food co-ops Community supported agriculture Your own garden
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Sustainable agriculture
Utilizes practices that include renewable resources, soil conservation, and fewer chemical inputs
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Legumes
A great resource to increase nitrogen concentration in the soil to promote protein synthesis in plants to make them grow
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Efficient animal production
Grass fed Free range feeding
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Fossil fuels
limit human labor leading to obesity and diabetes
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