GB 1. Principles of Nutrition Flashcards
1
Q
How has the human diet changed over the years? (the evolution of the human diet)
A
people are taking in more salt and less fibre
2
Q
Malnutrition is split into 2 overarching categories which are…
A
[1] Undernutrition
[2] Overnutrition
3
Q
What are the 2 types of Undernutrition?
A
[1] Micronutrient Malnutrition - Vitamins
- dietary deficiencies (vitamin A, D, C and Bs)
- mineral deficiency
- hypervitaminosis
[2] Protein Energy Malnutrition - Calories/Protein
- under consumption of calories or protein
- MOST IMPORTANT FORM OF MALNUTRITION
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
4
Q
What is Kwashiorkor?
A
extreme protein deficiency
5
Q
What is Marasmus?
A
extreme calorie deficiency
