Macronutrients
Name the three macronutrients
Carbohydrates, Protein, Fat
Diets that have become popular through the media but may not be scientifically tested are known as _______
fad diets
True/False. Only females struggle with eating disorders
False. There is a wide range of eating disorders that can affect both men and women. In general, more men struggle with muscle dysmorphia than women and more women than men struggle with anorexia nervosa.
Name the food that played a significant role in the Industrial Revolution
Potato
Which macronutrient is important for the strengthening of muscles?
Protein
An eating pattern that cycles between periods of eating and fasting is known as __________
intermittent fasting
This eating disorder is characterized by a distorted body image and an unwarranted fear of being overweight.
Anorexia Nervosa
Name and explain one example in history where food was politicized.
Boston Tea-Party
French bread wars
Egypt
Ethiopia
Carb-loading. This helps to increase the amount of glycogen (energy) stored in your muscles to be used at a later-date.
Name 3 characteristics of the Mediterranean Diet.
-emphasis on healthy fats
-limited consumption of red meat
-high consumption of fruits and vegetables
-low consumption of dairy products
-moderate amount of alcohol intake
-based on the cuisines of Greece and Italy (and other countries bordering the Mediterranean).
This eating disorder is classified by an obsession with proper or healthy eating that in fact becomes unhealthy.
Orthorexia
Name three factors that influence our food choices
family, taste, economics, beliefs, culture, time, cooking skills, mood, attitude towards food.
Why is eating fatty foods important? Give four reasons
1. Fat provides energy
2. Protects organs
3. Provides insulation and warmth to the body
4. Fat carries and helps absorb vitamins
5. Fat produces and releases hormones (i.e. leptin)
A low-carb, high-protein diet that has the following four stages: Attack, Cruise, Consolidation, Stabilization
Dukan Diet
Explain bulimia and name two health risks associated with this eating disorder.
Bulimia is characterized by periods of bingeing and purging.
Cardiac complications
Dehydration
Ulcers
Pancreatitis
Fatigue and muscle weakness
Explain how the cultural differences between America and Italy impact the production of food in these countries.
American consumers are focused on time-efficient meals, wanting immediate short-term results. They also substitute quality for quantity.
Italians tend to focus on quality rather than quantity. Food and eating is seen as a social and relational thing. The production of food is an art that takes time.
Explain how the body breaks down protein and uses it in the body.
Protein is broken down into amino acids through hydrolysis. The amino acids dissolve in the blood and are carried to tissues and organs. The body uses amino acids to build muscle, transport nutrients, and perform chemical reactions in the body.
Explain the ketogenic diet including one key characteristic and where the name comes from.
-Low carb, high fat diet
-Reduction in carbs puts the body in a state of ketosis, where the body burns fat into "ketones" which can supply energy for the brain.
Explain laxative abuse and name 3 symptoms associated with it.
Laxative abuse is the use of laxatives in an attempt to lose weight. Some symptoms include weakness, tremors, blurry vision, kidney damage, and dehydration.
Explain how cultural appropriation relates to food and give an example.
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