Dietetics Careers
Name one setting where dietitians can work
Hospitals, outpatient offices, sports, military, etc
What is the body's main source of energy?
Carbohydrates
Name one fat-soluble vitamin.
Vitamin A, D, E, or K
What is the main dietary focus for managing hypertension?
DASH diet; lower sodium, rich in fruits and veggies.
What professional is an expert in nutrition and human diet?
How many kcal per gram do proteins provide
4 kcal/gram
Name one function of minerals in the body.
Bone formation, muscle contraction, nerve function.
Which condition involves insulin resistance?
Type 2 diabetes.
What is the main goal of a dietitian?
To promote health, prevent disease, and shape dietary choices.
what percentage of daily calories should come from fat?
20-35%
What vitamin is important for blood clotting?
Vitamin K.
Name one nutrient limited in chronic kidney disease diets.
sodium, potassium, phosphorus, or protein
Name three diseases or conditions that dietitians help manage
diabetes, heart disease, eating disorders, obesity, hypertension, sports
builds muscle, provide cellular structure, transport molecules, supplies energy
True or False: Water-soluble vitamins can accumulate to toxic levels in the body.
False.
What is a common nutrition strategy to manage diabetes?
Carb counting, focusing on whole grains and fiber.
True or false: Dietitians only work with sick individuals
False
Carbs: rice/bread; Protein: meat/eggs/yogurt; Fat: nuts/avocado/oils.
Name two major minerals and one trace mineral.
Major: calcium, phosphorus; Trace: zinc, iron, copper, selenium.
Name three lifestyle strategies dietitians recommend for diabetes management.
Weight management, exercise, balanced diet, blood sugar monitoring.