MNT Flashcards
Food Allergy
abnormal immune response to a protein in a food source (that most individuals are able to consume); may be IgE (histamine rxn) or non-IgE mediated (ie FPIES).
Food Intolerance
a reaction (that doesn’t involve the immune system) that occurs to a (generally, non-protein) substance in a food
Most common food allergens for children
eggs, fish, shellfish, milk, peanuts, tree nuts, soy
Most common food allergens for adults
fish, shellfish, peanuts, tree nuts
HIV/AIDS: laboratory values to monitor for protein status
albumin, prealbumin, TIBC, or transferrin
HIV/AIDS: dietary goals and recs
maintain/improve nutrition status, avoid malnutrition; food consistency and nutrients evaluated based on symptoms; increase kcal and pro to aid in resistance to infection
HIV/AIDS: dietary modifications
nausea- small, freq meals
anorexia/poor appetite - small, freq, nutrient dense meals
xerostomia - moist foods, sauces, gravies; increase fluid intake
Kwashiorkor
pro def, adequate kcal; loss of visceral protein, distended abdomen, fatty liver, edema, moon-shaped face
Anasarca
massive edema; may occur in Kwashiorkor, organ failure, etc.
Marasmus
pro and kcal def; extreme loss of somatic and visceral pro, emaciated, muscle wasting, very low body weight
Diabetes: Dx criteria
FBG - ≥ 126 mg/dL Random BG ≥200 Two-hour plasma glucose ≥200 A1c ≥ 6.5% Confirmed by a second test on a different date
Diabetes: glycemic control goals (A1c, pre-prandial, and 2-hour post-prandial)
A1c <180
Diabetes: diet therapy goals
Control BG levels, eating a diet balanced with all necessary nutrients; normalize blood lipids, weight maintenance, improve overall health
T2DM: weight loss and insulin resistance
10-20 lbs can aid in lowering insulin resistance
Pre-diabetes: dx criteria
FBG 100-125
A1c 5.7-6.4%
Pre-diabetes: treatment
weight loss, physical activity, healthy diet
Gestational diabetes: risk factors
family hx, >25 yrs, prior macrosomia baby, hx of GDM or pre-diabetes, overweight BMI, African American, American Indian, Asian, Hispanic, or Pacific Islander descent.
Gestational diabetes: testing
Occurs at 24-28 weeks gestation with OGTT
Diabetes: macronutrient distributions for meal planning
CHO 45-60%
Protein 10-20%
Fat <10%
Fiber 20-35 g
Gastroparesis
delayed gastric emptying due to damage to the vagus nerve, which causes peristalsis; nutrition intervention = small, freq, low-fat, low fiber meals
Lispro (Humalog) - action onset, peak action, effective duration
Rapid Acting
<15 minutes
1-2 hours
3-4 hours
Regular - action onset, peak action, effective duration
Short Acting
1/2-1 hour
2-3 hours
3-6 hours
NPH - action onset, peak action, effective duration
Intermediate Acting
2-4 hours
4-10 hours
10-16 hours
Glargine (Lantus) - action onset, peak action, effective duration
Long Acting
2-4 hours
NONE
20-24 hours
Gout
high conc of uric acid in blood; MNT = low purine diet, limiting meats (esp organ meats)
Reactive hypoglycemia
improper CHO metab; weakness, shakiness, dizziness, hunger; occurs following a meal due to remaining excess insulin after food is gone; MNT = small meals with protein
Fasting hypoglycemia
improper CHO metab; weakness, shakiness, dizziness, hunger; occurs without food or as a result of meds; MNT = small meals with protein
Maple Syrup Urine Disease
genetic disorder; prevents b/d BCAA, which results in BCAA accumulation (isoleucine, leucine, valine); blood levels of BCAA should be monitored and dietary restrictions of this AA req. High protein, medically therapeutic foods low in BCAA available.