Nutrition Lifespan Flashcards
Fill in the blanks. “ At each stage of the Life Cycle nutritional requirements are different based on _______.”
- Growth
- Activity
- Physiological Changes
What is defined as Optimal Nutrition?
Promotes Healthy Growth and Development as well as reduces risk of Chronic Diseases and Nutritional Deficiencies.
When does the energy requirements increase during Pregnancy?
Energy needs increase only during the 2nd & 3rd trimester by 10-15% (~300kcal/d)
What are the type of increasing requirements needed for Pregnancy during Trimester 1-3?
Energy (protein, CHO, fats)
Vitamins
Minerals
Trace elements
What is the importance of protein during pregnancy?
Adequate protein intake is needed to ensure brain & organ development
What is the protein requirements for Pregnant females?
Requirements ~ 60-75g/d (~15% of energy intake)
- Maternal requirements increase by 20% (10g/d above a non-pregnant female)
True or False? Fetus & newborn have limited capacity to synthesize omega 4 & 8.
FALSE!! Fetus & newborn have limited capacity to synthesize omega 3 & 6
What is the purpose of Omega 3 & 6 in foetal development?
- Membrane synthesis
- Brain growth & development
What is the value of Fat that should be consumed for Pregnant women?
Pregnant women should consume
- 200mg/d DHA, or
- > 500mg/d of DHA + EPA
What are examples of Oily fish?
Salmon
Trout
Mackerel
Sardines
Fresh tuna
What are examples of Fat soluble vitamins?
Vitamins
A
D
E
K
Fill in the blanks. “ An example of a water soluble vitamin is Vitamin ______.”
B9 ( Folate)
What is the normal Folate requirements in Pregnant women?
- 400ug/d supplementation + well-balanced diet (1mo prior to and during first 3mo of pregnancy)
- 5mg/d in women with h/o of previous child with neural tube defect e.g. spina bifida or with h/o diabetes
What are the clinical findings of a newborn with iodine deficiency?
Birth defects
Slow mental development (cretinism)
Enlarged thyroid gland, Fetal death
What is the amount of calcium required for Pregnant women?
1000mg/d (1300mg/d for women <19y)