there are specific critical periods during fetal development in which any damage caused to the fetus from malnutrition or exposure to toxins is irreversible. when do these periods occur?
adults should limit total dietary fat to what percentage of calories?
minerals are found in a wide variety of foods. meats are rich in iron and beans are rich in magnesium. which of the following are also minerals?
this nutrient is added to public sources of water to improve dental health?
which behavioral model shows how individual factors, settings, sectors, and social and cultural norms influence eating patterns?
which nutrient is required for regulating metabolism and maintaining normal growth?
one serving of fruit is 1/2 cup. how many servings of fruit per day are recommended for children ages 6-11?
during all stages of life, water is an important part of your everyday diet. how much of your body is made up from water?
which of the following organizations is responsible for evaluating and proving effectiveness and safety of dietary supplement products before they go on the market?
which of the following statements is not true about maternal weight during pregnancy?
one of the guidelines of the usda my plate model is to enjoy your food but eat blank space__________.
americans, on average, consume eating patterns that are too high in which of the following groups?
dietary guidelines provide recommendations to establish healthy eating patterns including all but which of the following?
which of the following foods should you probably avoid if you are lowering your carbohydrate intake?
requirements for macronutrients and micronutrients are higher on a per-kilogram basis during which developmental stage?
fats are one of the six nutrients and can be found in animal products, nuts and oils. they haveblank space __________ calories than carbohydrates and proteins.
which nutrient is vital for building tissue, muscles, and bones?
toddlers and preschoolers typically start to refuse healthy foods. what is the best strategy parents to use to help children continue to eat healthy foods beyond this stage of life?
which nutrient is recommended as a supplement for all infants?
the immune system requires several nutrients for optimal functioning. which nutrient has the key role of maintaining healthy skin, lung, and other epithelial and mucosal tissues?
which life stage has the poorest diet, leading to the most nutrient deficiencies?
which of the following is important to nutrition, but not technically a nutrient?
micronutrient needs in adulthood vary by gender, and menstruating females require more of which of the following?
in which year was the food pyramid replaced with myplate as the accepted nutrition guide?
which nutrient is required for regulating metabolism and maintaining normal growth
• Nuts - Although all nuts are good sources of monounsaturated fats, walnuts contain the omega-3 fatty acid, alpha-linolenic acid, which has blood-lowering effects.
pressure.
This action helps the heart and brain.
• Flavonoids found in dark chocolate, red wine and green tea have been shown to improve cognitive function in older adults.
• Choline - an organic compound found in egg yolks, chicken and veal that may help slow mental decline.
• Mushrooms - In a study of more than 1,000 participants, mushrooms were linked to a reduction in mild cognitive impairment.
Mushrooms included in the study included shiitake, walleye, oyster and white button mushrooms.
Green leafy vegetables, such as spinach, kale, broccoli and turnip greens, contain the antioxidants lutein, folate and beta-carotene, which help protect the brain from harmful free radicals, slows down the process of mental decline.
It is important to note that research on dietary supplements is limited.
Much of the research has been conducted on rodents or in the laboratory.
These studies are considered preclinical and cannot predict similar results in humans.
That said, the foods listed above are healthy because they provide fiber, vitamins, minerals, and other essential nutrients.
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