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OB211_091_UNIT I > Nutrition > Flashcards

Nutrition Flashcards

1
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What is the typical pattern of weight gain for a pregnant mother?

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Up to 4.4 pounds in the first trimester

1 per week for second and third trimesters

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What can dehydration cause the adrenals to do?

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Produce oxytocin which can result in preterm labor

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3
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Why is folic acid intake important?

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To prevent neural tube defects

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4
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Omega 3 fatty acids are important to

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Neural development

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5
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Why are proteins important?

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The are essential to tissue growth and development

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What are some dietary sources of protein?

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

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Why are carbohydrates important.

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

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What are some dietary sources of carbs?

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grains, rice, veggies, fruits, beans, pasta

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Why is calcium important?

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

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What are some dietary sources of Ca?

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Milk products, leafy greens, tofu, bread

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Why is Iodine important?

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Assists in thyroid (hormone) regulation

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12
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What are some dietary sources of Iodine?

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Oysters, white beans, spinach

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13
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Why is iron important?

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

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14
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Why is Magnesium important?

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

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15
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What are some dietary sources for magnesium?

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Almonds, cashews, black beans

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16
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Why is Phosphorus important?

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

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17
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What are some dietary sources for phosphorus?

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White meats, dairy, legumes

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18
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Why is Zinc important?

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Necessary for normal growth, immune function and wound healing

19
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What are some dietary sources for Zinc?

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

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What are some dietary sources for iron?

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Oysters, white beans, spinach

21
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Purpose of Vitamin A

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Necessary for proper vision and organ function

22
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Diet sources for vitamin A

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

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Purpose of Vitamin D

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

24
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Diet sources for vitamin D

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Fatty fish (tuna, mackerel, salmon), Dairy

25
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Purpose of Vitamin E

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

26
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Diet sources for vitamin E

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Nuts, seeds, green leafy vegetables

27
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Purpose of Vitamin K

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Required for blood clotting and proper bone development

28
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Diet sources for vitamin K

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Leafy greens, soybeans, pumpkin

29
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Purpose of Vitamin B6

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

30
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Diet sources for vitamin B6

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Fish, milk, carrots, potatoes

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Purpose of Vitamin B12

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

32
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Diet sources for vitamin B12

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Clams, fish, meat, dairy

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Purpose of Vitamin C

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

34
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Diet sources for vitamin C

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Citrus fruits, bell peppers, Brussels sprouts

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Purpose of Folic Acid (Vit B9)

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Important for proper cell division

36
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Diet sources for Folic Acid

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

37
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Purpose of Niacin (Vit B3)

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

38
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c

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Meat, salmon, leafy greens, beans

39
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Purpose of Thiamin (Vit B1)

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Helps convert nutrients into energy

40
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Diet sources for Thiamin

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Whole grains, meat, fish

41
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Purpose of Riboflavin (Vit B2)

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Necessary for energy production, cell function and fat metabolism

42
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Diet sources for Riboflavin

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Organ meats, eggs, milk

43
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Purpose of Essential Fatty Acids

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

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Diet sources for Essential Fatty Acids

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

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