Overview Of Nutritions In Mexico

Question 1

Biological necessity and the preservation of life depends on it

Answer 1

Eating

Question 2

It is a pleasurable stimulation for the
senses
A means of aesthetic expression
An effective instrument of communication
and social bonding
A central element of rites, festive
celebrations and mourning ceremonies
Preferred form to express the peculiarities
of each culture

Answer 2

Eating culture

Question 3

The way in which each person eats is the particular result of

Answer 3

A complex interaction of individual psychological and physiological factors and social and cultural factors

Question 4

Other factors influencing nutrition

Answer 4

habits and customs
memories and moods
knowledge and biases
tastes and preferences
attitudes and fears
values and traditions

Question 5

the intricate web of physiological, psychological, social, cultural and economic factors contributes to the complex nature of nutrition as a

Answer 5

Global concern

Question 6

nutrition transition: from traditional, locally sourced diets —> to

Answer 6

To westernized patterns

Question 7

Traditional Mexican diet

Answer 7

maize corn
beans
chili peppers
avocado
fruits and vegetables
herbs and spices

Question 8

Socioeconomic factors that have modified our eating habits:

Answer 8

1. globalization
2. Dietary changes
3. Urbanization and lifestyle patterns

Question 9

increased availability and consumption
Fast food culture

Answer 9

Influence of globalization

Question 10

higher consumption of added sugars
increased animal product consumption
higher fat intake of cooking oil and fats in food preparation

Answer 10

Dietary changes

Question 11

urbanization and changes in work and lifestyle patterns
greater access to food and reliance on quick and convenient food options
consumerism according to advertising
decreased physical activity: sedentary lifestyles and reduced physical activity are associated with the Westernized diet

Answer 11

Urbanization and changes in work and lifestyle patterns

Question 12

Traditional diets are often more nutrient-dense due to the variety of Whole Foods included,

Answer 12

True

Question 13

Impaired growth and development

Answer 13

Stunting

Question 14

low weight for height

Answer 14

Wasting

Question 15

Indicating chronic and acute undernutrition

Answer 15

Malnutrition

Question 16

Malnutrition in pregnant or lactating women contributes
to issues such as

Answer 16

low birth weight and intergenerational malnutrition

Question 17

unequal access
rural-urban divide: harder food arrived to rural areas

Answer 17

Food insecurity

Question 18

One of the countries with the highest prevalence of obesity globally
And childhood obesity

Answer 18

Mexico

Question 19

Urbanization, sedentary lifestyles, and the
consumption of calorie-dense, processed foods
contribute to

Answer 19

The obesity epidemic

Question 20

Public actions and programs

Answer 20

Bienestar
National crusade against hunger
National agreement for nutritional health
Front of package labeling

Question 21

Originally known as Oportunidades, later rebranded as Prospera and then Bienestar

aims to alleviate poverty and improve health and education outcomes for vulnerable populations.

provides cash transfers to families in exchange for fulfilling certain health and education commitments, including regular health check-ups and nutritional support for
pregnant women and young children.

Answer 21

Bienestar

Question 22

2013

focuses on combating food
insecurity and malnutrition, particularly in marginalized communities.

The initiative includes programs to improve food production, distribution, and access. It also emphasizes nutritional education and health services for pregnant women and young children.

Answer 22

National crusad against hunger

Question 23

is a multi-stakeholder initiative aimed at addressing nutrition-related challenges, including obesity and unhealthy diets. The pact involves commitments from various sectors, including government, industry, and civil society. It includes measures such as front-of-package labeling, restrictions on advertising unhealthy foods to
children, and efforts to improve school nutrition.

Answer 23

National agreement for nutritional health

Question 24

2019

system to inform consumers about the nutritional content of packaged foods. The labeling system uses easily recognizable symbols to indicate whether a product is high in added sugars, saturated fats, sodium, or calories. The aim is to empower consumers to make healthier food choices.

Answer 24

Front-of-package labeling