Nutrition

Question 1

What is the typical pattern of weight gain for a pregnant mother?

Answer 1

Up to 4.4 pounds in the first trimester

1 per week for second and third trimesters

Question 2

What can dehydration cause the adrenals to do?

Answer 2

Produce oxytocin which can result in preterm labor

Question 3

Why is folic acid intake important?

Answer 3

To prevent neural tube defects

Question 4

Omega 3 fatty acids are important to

Answer 4

Neural development

Question 5

Why are proteins important?

Answer 5

The are essential to tissue growth and development

Question 6

What are some dietary sources of protein?

Answer 6

Meats (all), beans, peas, eggs, processed soy products, nuts/seeds

Question 7

Why are carbohydrates important.

Answer 7

The provide the body with glucose which provides energy for bodily functions. Essential for fetal growth.

Question 8

What are some dietary sources of carbs?

Answer 8

grains, rice, veggies, fruits, beans, pasta

Question 9

Why is calcium important?

Answer 9

Necessary for proper structure and function of bones and teeth. Assists in muscle function and blood vessel contraction

Question 10

What are some dietary sources of Ca?

Answer 10

Milk products, leafy greens, tofu, bread

Question 11

Why is Iodine important?

Answer 11

Assists in thyroid (hormone) regulation

Question 12

What are some dietary sources of Iodine?

Answer 12

Oysters, white beans, spinach

Question 13

Why is iron important?

Answer 13

Helps provide oxygen to muscles and assists in the creation of certain hormones

Question 14

Why is Magnesium important?

Answer 14

Important to muscle/nerve function and bone health. Also important to the transport of potassium

Question 15

What are some dietary sources for magnesium?

Answer 15

Almonds, cashews, black beans

Question 16

Why is Phosphorus important?

Answer 16

Essential to formation of bones, teeth and how the body regulates carbs and fats

Question 17

What are some dietary sources for phosphorus?

Answer 17

White meats, dairy, legumes

Question 18

Why is Zinc important?

Answer 18

Necessary for normal growth, immune function and wound healing

Question 19

What are some dietary sources for Zinc?

Answer 19

Beef, lamb, pork, shellfish, legumes, dairy dark chocolate

Question 20

What are some dietary sources for iron?

Answer 20

Oysters, white beans, spinach

Question 21

Purpose of Vitamin A

Answer 21

Necessary for proper vision and organ function

Question 22

Diet sources for vitamin A

Answer 22

Retinol (liver, dairy, fish), carotenoids (sweet potatoes, carrots, spinach)

Question 23

Purpose of Vitamin D

Answer 23

Promotes proper immune function and assists in calcium absorption and bone growth

Question 24

Diet sources for vitamin D

Answer 24

Fatty fish (tuna, mackerel, salmon), Dairy

Question 25

Purpose of Vitamin E

Answer 25

Assists immune function and acts as an antioxidant that protects cells from damage

Question 26

Diet sources for vitamin E

Answer 26

Nuts, seeds, green leafy vegetables

Question 27

Purpose of Vitamin K

Answer 27

Required for blood clotting and proper bone development

Question 28

Diet sources for vitamin K

Answer 28

Leafy greens, soybeans, pumpkin

Question 29

Purpose of Vitamin B6

Answer 29

Helps your body release sugar from stored carbohydrates for energy and create red blood cells

Question 30

Diet sources for vitamin B6

Answer 30

Fish, milk, carrots, potatoes

Question 31

Purpose of Vitamin B12

Answer 31

Necessary for red blood cell formation and proper nervous system and brain function

Question 32

Diet sources for vitamin B12

Answer 32

Clams, fish, meat, dairy

Question 33

Purpose of Vitamin C

Answer 33

Required for the creation of neurotransmitters and collagen, the main protein in your skin

Question 34

Diet sources for vitamin C

Answer 34

Citrus fruits, bell peppers, Brussels sprouts

Question 35

Purpose of Folic Acid (Vit B9)

Answer 35

Important for proper cell division

Question 36

Diet sources for Folic Acid

Answer 36

Beef, liver, black-eyed peas, spinach, asparagus, brussel sprouts

Question 37

Purpose of Niacin (Vit B3)

Answer 37

Used by the body to turn food into energy. It helps keep your nervous system, digestive system and skin healthy.

Question 38

c

Answer 38

Meat, salmon, leafy greens, beans

Question 39

Purpose of Thiamin (Vit B1)

Answer 39

Helps convert nutrients into energy

Question 40

Diet sources for Thiamin

Answer 40

Whole grains, meat, fish

Question 41

Purpose of Riboflavin (Vit B2)

Answer 41

Necessary for energy production, cell function and fat metabolism

Question 42

Diet sources for Riboflavin

Answer 42

Organ meats, eggs, milk

Question 43

Purpose of Essential Fatty Acids

Answer 43

Fat allows you to store energy, cushion organs, make certain hormones, absorb fat soluble vitamins, and helps with cell membrane integrity.

Question 44

Diet sources for Essential Fatty Acids

Answer 44

Fatty fish (Tuna salmon, mackerel, herring, sardines), nuts, seeds