Nutrition Flashcards
How to calculate BMI?
weight (lb) ÷ height (in) ÷ height (in) x 703 = BMI
Convert the following to mL: 15 gtts, 1 tsp, 1 tbsp, 1 oz, 1 cup.
1 tps = 5 mL
1 tbsp = 15 mL
1 oz = 30 mL
1 cup = 240 mL
240 mL of ice = 120 mL of water
How to calculate intake?
- 24-hour recall
- Food frequency questionnaire
- Food diary
What are some complete proteins?
- eggs
- fish
- meat
- poultry
- milk & milk products
What are some incomplete proteins?
- grains
- legumes
- nuts
- seeds
What are common lab tests used to study nutritional status?
- Serum albumin & prealbumin (especially chronic protein malnutrition)
- C-reactive protein
- Electrolyte levels
- CBC
- RBC, Hgb, lymphocyte
- Liver enzymes
- Serum levels of vitamins
What are some water soluble vitamins?
- folic acid
- vitamin B
- vitamin C
What are some sources of folic acid?
- green leafy vegetables
- liver
- beef
- fish
- legumes
- grapefruit
- oranges
What are some sources of Vitamin B1?
(thiamine)
- Pork and nuts
- Whole grain cereals and legumes
What are some sources of Vitamin B3?
(niacin)
- meats
- poultry
- fish
- beans
- peanuts
- grains
What are some sources of Vitamin B6?
(pyridoxine)
- meat
- poultry
- fish
- yeast
- corn
What are some sources of Vitamin B12?
(cobalamin)
- meat
- liver
- seafood
- eggs
- dairy products
What are some sources of Vitamin C?
(ascorbic acid)
- citrus fruits
- tomatoes
- broccoli
- cabbage
What are appropriate diet choices for someone with cardiovascular disorders?
Mediterranean Diet
- plant-based foods
- whole grains
- healthy fats
What are some minerals?
- magnesium
- iron
- calcium
