underconsumption Flashcards
anaemia defintion
Is due to iron deficiency
○Not enough iron rich foods
Level of red blood cells or level of haemoglobin is low
Body cant get adequate amount of oxygen to cells in the body
anaemia symptoms
pale skin
fatigue
tiring easily
drop in blood pressure when standing up quickly
people at risk of anaemia
teenage girls
vegetarians
vegans
women who are mestruating
prevention of anaemia
a diet high in red meat (Haem iron) and iron rich vegetables (non-haem iron)
osteoporosis defintion
When bone lose density due to loss of minerals such as calcium
Occurs due to low calcium and vitamin D intake
osteoporosis symptoms
Bones become brittle and at risk of being broken easily
people at risk of osteoporosis
those with a family history
menopausal women
elderly
people who have very low activity levels
prevention of osteoperosis
- Increase calcium intake:
○ dairy products
○ fish with bones
○ green leafy veggies - Increase vitamin D:
○ Sunlight
○ Salmon
Increase weight bearing exercises to improve bone strength
malnutrition definition
When the body doesn’t get enough nutrients
insufficient energy to maintain the body’s essential functions
Due to not eating enough, not eating the right type of food
malnutrition symptoms
Weight loss
Muscle wasting
Pale skin
Hair loss
people at risk of malnutrition
People with limited access to food
People living in poverty or with low incomes
Older adults who live alone
People with issues that affect nutrient absorption
prevention of malnutrition
Consuming food from all food groups
Small frequent meals
Extra fats in meals
constipation definition
Caused by:
lack of fibre in the diet
not drinking enough water
lack of exercise
constipation symptoms
Not needing to go to the bathroom often
Straining and pain when passing stools
Cramps
people at risk of constipation
women
older adults
pregnant women
