Digestion
Anatomy
Macronutrients
Micronutrients
Deficiencies
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True or false: eating consistently helps support normal digestive function

True! Establishing a consistent rhythm of eating helps heal the brain-gut connection, repair the digestive tract & support healthy digestion.

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Which macronutrient does our brain primarily rely on for fuel?

Carbohydrates

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Name 2 reasons why eating enough fat is important. 

• Fat-soluble vitamin absorption

• Hormone production

• Thermoregulation

• Building blocks of brain structure

• Energy production

• Maintaining cell membrane structure

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What are the 2 main categories of micronutrients?

Vitamins

Minerals

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What is a symptom of poor carbohydrate intake?

Low energy, brain fog, difficulty concentrating

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Name 2 mindfulness practices that help activate the parasympathetic nervous system and ease digestion.

• Deep breathing

• Engage the 5 senses

• Progressive muscle relaxation

• Focus on a soothing affirmation

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Which macronutrient forms the building blocks of brain structure?

Fat

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Name 2 reasons why eating enough carbohydrates is important.

• Support stable energy levels

• Spare protein intake for muscle repair

200

Name the 4 fat-soluble vitamins.

Vitamin ADEK!

Can only be absorbed in the presence of fat.

200

Iron deficiency leads to this condition.

Anemia

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What are 2 symptoms of slowed digestion?

Early onset fullness, constipation, bloating, GI discomfort


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Which macronutrient is key in supporting muscle and tissue growth and repair?

Protein

300

Name 2 reasons why eating enough fat is important.

• Supports fat-soluble vitamin absorption

• Supports skin, hair and nail growth

• Supports hormone production

• Key part of brain structure (neural lining)

• Tastes delish

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The sun is one of the best sources of this vitamin.

Vitamin D

300

Vitamin D deficiency leads to this bone condition.

Rickets

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True or false: food restriction slows digestion.

True

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Name 1 main function of the kidney.

Filter our bloodstream and get rid of waste products and toxins through urine.

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Name 3 sources of protein.

Eggs, dairy, meat, poultry, nuts

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Eating an iron-rich food with a source of this Vitamin increases iron absorption in the body.

Vitamin C

400

Scurvy is caused by a deficiency in what vitamin?

Vitamin C

• Sources of Vitamin C: citrus fruits, tomatoes, potatoes, red pepper, strawberries

500

Which part of the nervous system activates the "rest & digest" mode?

Parasympathetic nervous system

500

Name 2 important functions of the liver

• Largest storage of glycogen in the body (back-up stores of glucose to support stable blood glucose levels overnight)

• Detoxes the blood

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Name 3 sources of fat

Oil, butter, avocado, nuts, nut butter, seeds, hummus

500

Name 2 water-soluble vitamins

Vitamin C, B Vitamins

500

Night blindness is caused by a deficiency in which Vitamin?

Vitamin A

• Sources of Vitamin A: red and orange fruits & vegetables, fish, fortified cereals

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