nutrition Flashcards
what is nutrition
the act or process of nourishing or being nourished
what are nutrients
molecules found in food and beverages needed by the body for energy, growth, development and reproduction e.g. macronutrients: water, carbs, lipids, protein. Micro: vitamins/minerals
how does the WHO describe Nutrition
intake of food in relation to body needs, good nutrition - well balanced diet combined w/ pa = cornerstone of good health.
what can poor nutrition lead to
reduce immunity, increases susceptibility, impaired physical and mental development, reduced productivity
how many people are affected by the double burden of malnutrition
1/3
T/F people can NOT shift between undernutrition and overweight within their life, decreasing both the risk and severity of health consequences
false people can
how many SDG are their
17
what are NCD known as
chronic diseases - long, genetic, physiological, environmental factors
what are the main NCD
CVD, cancers, chronic respiratory diseases and diabetes
compare mortality and morbidity
mortality: death
morbidity: one year lost of healthy life
where is the highest amount of motality coming from
diet high in sodium - specifically cause CVD
where are the males global deaths coming from
tobacco, high systolic blood pressure, diet
where are the females global deaths coming from
high systolic blood pressure, diet, high fasting plasma glucose
is food a basic human right
yes
what is food security (FAO)
when all people at all times have physical, social and economic access to sufficient safe and nutritious food to meet dietary needs