General Nutrition
Define Nutrients
Substances in food that keep your body functioning.
What are carbohydrates?
Starches and sugar found in food.
What is the best "diet" to help prevent strokes?
Mediterranean Diet
What is the number 1 cause of a stroke?
Hypertension (high blood pressure)
What is difference between hunger and appetite?
Hunger is a physically sensation telling us we need sustenance; Appetite is the desire to eat
What types of foods are rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber that help keep your body healthy and strong?
Fruits and Veggies
What are the functions of fats?
Provide substances needed for growth and healthy skin, enhances the taste and texture of food, source of energy, regulates body functions
What does too much sodium do?
Increases your risk for high blood pressure and stroke.
What are the two main types of strokes?
Hemorrhagic or ischemic
Which food group is rich in carbohydrates?
Grains
What are some minerals found in food?
Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Zinc, Potassium
Functions of protein?
Provides energy, helps to build, maintain, and repair body tissues
What health problems are associated with consuming too much saturated fat?
Increased cholesterol, increased heart disease, increased risk for stroke
What is FAST?
Face drooping, arm weakness, speech difficulty, time to call 911
What’s use of Vitamin A?
Keeps good eyesight
What are the 3 categories of nutrients?
Carbohydrates, Fat, Protein
Functions of fiber?
Aids in digestion, May reduce risk heart disease, diabetes and obesity, and certain types of cancer, Helps promote regularity.
Foods included in a Mediterranean Diet
Whole grains, low fat meats and dairy, olive oil, legumes, nuts, fish, non-starchy vegetables, fruits
Risk factors for stroke include:
Afib, hypertension, atherosclerosis, diabetes
Name 6 foods with a lot of protein
Chicken, Tuna, Salmon, Beans, Beef, Eggs
What happens if there is not enough fiber in our diet?
Constipation
Functions of water?
Transports nutrients in the body, maintaining PH and nutrient balance, maintain body temperature, lubricating joints, protects body organs and tissues
Name the 3 types of fats
Why do we need minerals?
To keep our body tissues and body organs functioning properly