Digestive System
Saliva plays a role in digestion
What is starches?
Nine amino acids consumed through food sources
What are essential amino acids
Consists of dairy, eggs, and plant foods
What is lacto-ovo-vegetarian
doubles weight by 6 months of age
What is an infant
Needed for adequate production of saliva
What is water
The stomach absorbs a vitamin
What is Vitamin B12
Only plant source with all nine essential amino acids
Whay are soybeans
Disease causes a need for more protein and calories
What is HIV/AIDS
solid foods added to diet
What is 6 months old
Is at risk for iron deficiency
What is vegan
With aging changes occur in the stomach
What is decreased sphincter tone and decreased gastric secretions
Provide a consistent blood glucose level
Foods kosher, meat and milk not eaten at same meal
What is Judaism
excessive accumulation of body fat
obesity
type of cereal most appropriate for infants
What is rice or oatmeal
The large intestine is a site of absorption
What is fluids and electrolytes
Increases bulk in stool
What is fiber
No stimulants, shellfish, pork, or alcohol
What is Seventh-Day Adventist
Nutrient requirements do not change
What is older adults
Vitamin that helps with wound healing
What is Vitamin C
With aging there is a complication with decreased peristalsis
What is constipation
Essential nutrient made up of fatty acids and glycerol
What is fat
heavily seasoned and spicy, high in fat
What is Hispanic American
Avoid combination foods, provide small servings, use colorful plates and foods
What is a toddler or preschool child
Foods not recommended in first year of life
What is eggs and fish