Pregnancy
How much weight (lbs) do adult women need to gain during pregnancy?
25-35 (lbs)
What are 2 pros and cons of breast feeding and formula feeding?
Breast Feeding :
Pros- Provide all nutrients except vitamin-d, Easy digestion, Colostrum, Skin-to-skin contact, Inexpensive
Cons- Personal Discomfort, Time and frequency, Diet, Maternal conditions
Formula feeding:
Pros- Convenience, Flexibility
Cons- Lack of antibodies, Planning and organization, Expense, Gas and constipation
How should children be consuming foods?(Fed, self fed)
Self-fed
What diseases does healthy eating prevent in teens?
Diabetes, asthma, heart disease and some forms of cancer
What systems are impacted by alcohol?
Brain and nervous system, heart, liver
What are the 4 building blocks for a healthy baby? (Foods that help growth, brain and nerves, bones, muscles and blood)
Whole grains, vegetables and fruits, milk and alternatives, proteins.
How do you know an infant is ready for solids?
Tongue-thrust reflex diminishes, Good head-neck support, Seems interested in food
How do children acquire dietary fats needed for growth and brain development?
Whole milk
Which meal increases attention span and memory, energy and reduces irritability?
Breakfast
How does the brain and nervous system age?
Loss of nerve cells reduces ability to memorize or learn new skill, Responses become slower
How many extra calories per day are required in the second and third trimester.
Second:340/day, Third:450/day
What are some examples of first solid foods?
Iron fortified cereal mixed with breastmilk or formula, Carrots, Squash, Yam, Green Peas, Bananas, Apple, Berries
What are some foods children should be consuming?
homogenized cow milk, cheese, avocado, nut butters, salmon or trout
What mineral is essential for teen females?
Iron
How does sleep impact older adults?
Learning, Memory, Mood, Reaction Time, Inflammation, Hallucinations, High Blood Pressure
What foods and drinks should be avoided during pregnancy?
Alcohol, caffeine, soft/unpasteurized cheese, unpasteurized milk and juices, raw or undercooked eggs, raw or undercooked meat and fish, processed meats
What are some choking hazards for infants?
Whole grapes, Raw vegetables, Hard fruits, Raisins, Hard candy, Popcorn
What is an eating habit that should be discouraged?
Using food as a form of punishment/reward
What can unhealthy dieting cause?
Weight gain
What factors accelerate skin aging?
smoking and exposure to the sun
What are some common problems mothers experience during pregnancy?
Nausea and vomiting, Heart burn, constipation, gestational diabetes
At what age should children begin consuming foods which coarser texture?
8-12 months
How many meals and snacks should children be consuming?
3 meals, 2-3 snacks
How much screen time is recommended?
90 minutes
What are some tips for healthy aging?
Healthy eating plan, Keeping Mentally active, Regular physical activity, Avoid:Cigarettes, Alcohol, Drugs