global nutrition

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 Global Nutrition and EBP 

Chapter 14 is all about “Feeding the World.”  It discusses population growth and limited resources, hunger, food insecurities, and sustainable agriculture. The underlying cause of hunger and food insecurity is that food available in the world is not distributed equitably.  Use your own words.   Do not cut and paste information.   Respond with a meaningful numbered paragraph for each question.

Discussion (4 questions):

(1)Find an organization online that addresses equity in nutrition and summarize their efforts.  What is the name of the organization and provide their link/web address. 

(2)What are they doing to address these inequities?

(3)What other aspects of life can lead to vulnerabilities in attaining adequate nutrition? How?

(4)  What is EBP?   Explain the importance of EBP (evidenced based practice) in a college class such as nutrition and in science based industries such as nursing.   

Use your text book and reliable sources.  Use your own words.  I expect a meaningful paragraph response to each question asked.  Post/identify your answers in order as listed above numbered.  Separate paragraphs for each question.  Do not cut and paste. 

References this week: (1) the organization website and (2) your textbook or a professional reference that supports the topic of their efforts.

 

  1. Initial posts must be a minimum of 300 words in length and include two (2) valid references [textbook, nutrition journal article, or nutrition

movie reflection paper.

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Assignment #3 Movie Reflection PaperIntroduction:Among the many social problems currently afflicting the United States, food insecurity among the country’s poorest residents is close to the top of the list. This 2013 documentary examines the story of several individuals who face inadequate dietary resources on a daily basis..Directions: In your reflection paper answer the questions thoughtfully. Remember, you have the Holman library links, posted information/ handouts and posted video to demonstrate how to access the assignment video and how to access the food access atlas! Please contact the library if you have any difficulties accessing the information. There are 3 parts to this assignment. Remember to answer ALL the questions thoroughly and each question requires a numbered separate paragraph addressing the question. Use your own words, do not cut and paste information. Proof your work. Part I: Access to video streaming this assigned film (A Place at the Table) is available through the Holman Library (view tutorial in Canvas and handouts). Watch the film and then answer the following questions, some research will be necessary to define certain terms (cite your sources). Answer these questions for Part 1:1. According to the film, one in six Americans say they do not always have enough to eat. Were you aware that hunger was such a big problem in the United States? What are the causes of hunger in the United States? Explain.2. How would you know if someone was at risk of experiencing hunger? Are there conditions that could serve as warning signs? What words or images come to mind when you think of hunger? Were those same thoughts and images reflected in the film? Explain.

3. What is food security? What is food insecurity? What is the relationship between hunger and equity? Explain.4. Was there a character whose story you found particularly moving? How so? Explain.5. Have you or someone close to you ever struggled to put food on the table? How did you (or they) deal with that? Where did you (or they) turn to for help? What resources are available within your community for someone who is struggling? Who is responsible for addressing hunger and food insecurity (private, public or civic)? Explain.6. What did you learn from the film that you did not already know? Has it changed your perspective in any way? If so, how? Explain.Part 2:1. Watch the following 12 minute TED talk (go to TED.COM):Jasmine CroweWhat we’re getting wrong in the fight to end hungerPosted Dec 20192. Read the Tulane university infographic on food deserts in America:https://socialwork.tulane.edu/blog/food-deserts-in-america Answer these questions for Part 2:1. What is a “food desert”? Explain. 2. How are these deserts contributing to the Nation’s obesity epidemic? Explain.Part 3:Access the United States Department of Agriculture Food Access Atlas (Desert locator) at http://www.ers.usda.gov/data-products/food-access-research-atlas/go-to-the-atlas.aspx. The librarian demonstrated via Holman links, handouts and posted video how to access this information. (Links to an external site.) I checked this link via the Holman library for the food atlas and it is working. Enter your home town (or the town you currently live) in the “Find a Place” field and select LI & LA (Low Income & Low Access) from the “Layers” section. These light green areas indicate individuals who are low income and have low access to supermarkets (within 1 mile from home [city], and 10 miles from home [country]). Answer these questions for Part 3:1. Were you surprised at the data? Explain. Where is your hometown?2. What do you think contributes to the LI and LA in your selected area? Explain.3. Provide a screenshot of your information from the above Atlas website.

diabete

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Diabetes is a serious disease.   We know there are different kinds of diabetes but regardless, diet plays a substantial role in managing diabetes.    Use your text book (pages 107-110 for example)  it outlines nutrition and diabetes nicely.    Answer the following (in order, separate brief paragraphs, your own words, no quotes or cut/paste):

1.    Explain the primary differences between DM1 (type 1) and DM2 (type 2).  List at least 3.

2.    Explain the basic treatment options for DM1 and DM2.

3.   How does glucose get out of the blood stream and into the cells?  Explain.

4.   What is insulin?  What organ produces insulin?

5.   How does diet/lifestyle effect DM1 and DM2?

6.   Name 4 things (health related diseases) that can be effected by poorly controlled diabetes.

Use your own words.  I expect a meaningful paragraph response to each question asked.  Post your answers in order as listed above and numbered.   Do not cut and paste anything (ever).

Discussion Nutrition 101 Directions: 

Through threaded discussions you will exchange ideas with other class participants.  You will be required to complete a minimum of 2 meaningful posts per discussion question during this course [your response and responses to one other classmate postings]. 

Guidelines:

 

  1. Initial posts must be a minimum of 300 words in length and include two (2) valid references [textbook, nutrition journal article, or nutrition professional website] in APA format.  For this diabetes discussion, just using your book is suffice.
  2. Nutrition journal articles must be:  (1) Less than 5 years old and (2) A minimum of two [2] pages in length.

Weight Loss Supplements

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In 1994, the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA) defined dietary supplements as a category of food, which put them under different regulations than drugs. They are considered safe until proven otherwise. This means they are found unsafe only after they cause harm. This is the reverse of the way prescription and non-prescription drugs are handled.

The use of nonprescription weight loss supplements seems to be common among Americans today.  We are subjected to advertisements for weight loss supplements on television shows, printed advertisements, and on internet sites.

Discussion (8 questions): Choose one of the current nonprescription weight loss supplements from the list below and complete some research (reliable resources).  In your post address the follow questions (in order, numbered and with a brief paragraph response): 

(1) Name of supplement and what your supplement is supposed to do/how it works. Explain.

(2) Ingredients contained in your supplement.  List and explain. 

(3) Documented research studies on the efficacy of the product (look for journal articles and studies). Explain.

(4) How familiar were you with this product before this assignment, where can it be purchased and how much does it cost? Explain.

(5) Is it sponsored by a company, individual, or celebrity? Explain.

(6) Are there any serious side effects or has it ever been recalled? Explain.

(7) How valid do you believe the claims are for this product? Explain.

(8) Do you agree with the how we regulate dietary supplements within the US? Why or why not?

Use your text book and reliable sources.  Use your own words.  I expect a meaningful short paragraph response to each question asked.  Post/identify your answers in order/numbered as listed above.  Do not cut and paste anything. 

 

Choose one to discuss:

  • Green coffee bean extract
  • Raspberry ketones
  • Garcinia cambogia extract
  • Hydroxycut
  • Orlistat
  • Pyruvate
  • Meratrim
  • Forskolin
  • CLA (Conjugated Linoleic Acid)
  • Glucomannan
  • Green Tea Extract
  1. Initial posts must be a minimum of 300 words in length and include two (2) valid references [textbook, nutrition journal article, or nutrition professional website] in APA format.

Caffeine Consumption

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Chapter 10 discusses the use of Energy Drinks for Athletic Performance (page 358).  Most energy drinks consist of glucose and caffeine. They may or may not contain other ingredients that promise to promote athletic performance.  Pick an energy drink from the list below. 

 

Discussion (6 questions):  Review the common ingredients of an energy drink such as Rockstar, Red Bull, Monster, etc.   Some common ingredients include taurine, guarana, ginseng, B vitamins and L-carnitine.

(1)What are these ingredients? Identify and explain the 5 listed above.  If your sample drink contains additional ingredients please identify and explain.

(2)Are these ingredients regulated or recognized by the FDA or USDA? Explain.

(3)How do these ingredients provide “energy” or “enhance performance”?  Explain.

(4)What is the nutritional value of the energy drink you used as a sample for this assignment (size of drink (ounces), sugar, fat, calories, % of calcium or other vitamin/mineral, amount of caffeine)?

(5)Are you surprised by any of the values?  “yes or no” is not a suffice response.  Explain.

(6)Do you feel that consuming caffeine every day is harmful or beneficial? Explain.

Use your text book and reliable sources.  Use your own words.  Do not cut and paste anything.  Do not use quotes as answers.  I expect a meaningful and informative paragraph response to each question asked.  Post/identify your answers in order as listed above – each question answered should be a numbered separate paragraph. 

 

  1. Initial posts must be a minimum of 300 words in length and include two (2) valid references [textbook, nutrition journal article, or nutrition professional website] in APA format.
  2. Nutrition journal articles must be:  (1) Less than 5 years old and (2) A minimum of two [2] pages in length.

water balance

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Water balance and staying hydrated is a vital function for our bodies.  Inadequate water intake, hot weather, illnesses, and exercise place everyone at risk for dehydration. Conversely, drinking too much water, or overhydration, can lead to decreases in electrolytes that can cause life threatening problems.  Post your replies in order with numbered responses.   I expect a meaningful numbered paragraph for each question.   Use reliable sources (strong sources found in your resource module).  Review the information in your text book on sodium/water balance and why it is so important!  

 

Discussion (5 questions):

(1)What are the signs and symptoms of dehydration? Explain.  Concerns?

(2)What are the signs and symptoms of overhydration or water intoxication? Explain.  Concerns?

(3)What are the treatments for both? Explain.

(4)Imagine you are participating in a triathlon, which product is better for rehydration – water or sports drinks?  Explain.

(5)What are the benefits of sports drinks?  Explain.

Use your text book and reliable sources (strong ones found in your resource module).  Use your own words.  I expect a meaningful short paragraph response to each question asked.  Post/identify your answers in order as listed above.  Do not cut and paste ever. 

 

Discussion Nutrition 101 Directions: 

Through threaded discussions you will exchange ideas with other class participants.  You will be required to complete a minimum of two meaningful posts per discussion question during this course [your original post and response to 1 other classmate postings].

Guidelines:

  1. Make your initial post answering the questions prompt by Thursday.   Do not use a link or quote as an answer.  Use your own words.
  2. Initial posts must be a minimum of 300 words in length and include two (2) valid references [textbook, nutrition journal article, or nutrition professional website] in APA format.
  3. Nutrition journal articles must be:  (1) Less than 5 years old and (2) A minimum of two [2] pages in length.  Some helpful resources are in your modules.

obesity

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DQ 5/obesity:

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report three alarming facts regarding childhood and adolescent obesity:

  1. Childhood obesity has more than doubled in children and quadrupled in adolescents in the past 30 years.
  2. The percentage of children aged 6–11 years in the United States who were obese increased from 7% in 1980 to nearly 18% in 2012. Similarly, the percentage of adolescents aged 12–19 years who were obese increased from 5% to nearly 21% over the same period.
  3. In 2012, more than one third of children and adolescents were overweight or obese. (CDC, 2014).  Review the CDC website regarding this topic.

Overweight children and adolescents are at an increased risk for Diabetes Type II. Many school districts within Washington State are now taking an active role in identifying obese children while promoting healthy diet and physical activity (example: Washington Action for Healthy Kids, 2014).

Discussion topic (find useful and appropriate sources such as the CDC and American Academy of Pediatrics).  

Provide a  numbered, separate paragraph for each question.   There are 5 questions (your answers should reflect information learned from the readings/website(s).

(1)Do you feel this is an appropriate responsibility of school districts?  Why or why not?  

(2) Do you feel that policies aimed at school wide interventions are enough to address the issue of childhood obesity?  Why or why not?

(3)What types of programs for healthy diet and physical activity can you find for Washington State Schools?  Look at the district websites for the area in which you live – what types of programs are available for healthy living and physical activity?  

(4). Is this a national program (refer to your answer for #3) or something specific to Washington (or your district)?  If you cannot find information within your local school district then pick a bigger school district in the State if needed.

(5).  Do they publish data about the efficacy of the program?  What district website did you visit?  If they didn’t post efficacy, what information did they provide about outcomes and effectiveness?

 

Use your text book and reliable sources.  Use your own words.  I expect a meaningful short paragraph response to each question asked.  Post your answers in order as listed above. Do not cut and paste anything.   You may use a quote to support your answer but you may NOT use a quote as the answer.  

Discussion Directions: 

Through threaded discussions you will exchange ideas with other class participants.  You will be required to complete a minimum of two meaningful posts per discussion question during this course [your original post answering all the questions and responses to one other classmate postings]. 

Guidelines:

  1. Make your initial post answering the questions prompt by Thursday.
  2. Initial posts must be a minimum of 300 words in length and include two (2) valid references [textbook, nutrition journal article, or nutrition professional website] in APA format.
  3. Nutrition journal articles must be:  (1) Less than 5 years old and (2) A minimum of two [2] pages in length

Vitamins and Minerals

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(Vitamins/minerals)

Vitamins and minerals play a key role in the maintenance and regulation of our body. Imagine that you are seeing your physician for your annual physical. Upon examination the physician determines that there are some issues regarding your diet and overall health and suggests that you may have a deficiency or toxicity of a select vitamin or mineral. 

Use your text book.   Use your own words.  I expect a meaningful paragraph response to each question asked.  Post your answers in order as listed above and numbered.   Do not cut and paste anything. 

Discussion (6 questions):

(1)Select a vitamin or mineral to discuss.  Describe.

(2)Based on the vitamin/mineral you have chosen, what were your physician’s observations and diagnosis?

(3) Do you have toxicity or deficiency?  Explain the symptoms and concerns.

(4)Briefly describe what your recommended daily allowance based on your profile (sex, age, physical status, etc) should be for this vitamin or mineral.

(5) Briefly describe your present intake estimate and your action plan (adjustment in diet, etc).

(6)If left untreated, what might be some of the more serious long term and detrimental effects this might have on your body?

Use your text book and reliable sources.  Use your own words.  I expect a meaningful paragraph response to each question asked.  Post your answers in order as listed above and numbered.   Do not cut and paste anything. 

 

Discussion Directions: 

Through threaded discussions you will exchange ideas with other class participants.  You will be required to complete a minimum of 2 meaningful posts per discussion question during this course [your original post answering all the questions and responses to one (1) other classmate postings]. Remember, in addition to your original discussion question post, you are required to respond to one other classmate postings 

Guidelines:

  1. Make your initial post answering the questions by Thursday.
  2. Initial posts must be a minimum of 300 words in length and include two (2) valid references [textbook, nutrition journal article, or nutrition professional website] in APA format.  Remember that helpful resources are listed in your modules.
  3. Nutrition journal articles must be:  (1) Less than 5 years old and (2) A minimum of two [2] pages in length.

part 2

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part1

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Assignment 1A (2 videos to view and answer questions):Please view the 2 videos listed below and answer the questions for each video. Keep your responses numbered (in order) using complete sentences and college level grammar. Answer each question thoroughly and with your own thoughts – the goal of this first assignment is to think about the videos and your answers should be based on your ideas after viewing the videos. This first assignment (videos 1A) does not require additional research but rather for you to ponder the topics discussed in the videos as we begin our quarter together. YOUR OWN WORDS, DO NOT CUT AND PASTE INFORMATION AND DO NOT USE “QUOTES” FOR ANSWERS. Follow the directions. Submit via the drop box provided in Canvas.Video 1: Ted.com features many educational video presentations. Go to Ted.com and under the search bar type “Jamie Oliver – Teaching every child about food” it is 21:47minutes long. Or use this link (sometimes the link does not work but the search by title is very reliable): https://www.ted.com/talks/jamie_oliverAfter viewing the 21 minute video answer the following questions in order (numbering each response) with complete and meaningful paragraphs based on your interpretation of the video:1. Why does Jamie Oliver feel so passionate for children?2. Who is deciding what children are fed at school?3. Who is deciding what children are fed at home?4. How does culture play a role in diet?5. What does Jamie offer as a potential solution(s) to pediatric obesity?Video 2: Via YOUTUBE please watch “Processed Food Documentary – Processed foods vs. Nutritional Needs.” The video is 33:36 minutes long and is posted by Proper Gander and presented by Dr. Maya Adam. After viewing the 33 minute video answer the following questions in order with complete and meaningful paragraphs (numbering each response) based on your interpretation of the video:1. What cultural change(s) facilitated a shift regarding food preparation in the USA over the past 100 years?2. What are some health concerns with processed foods? Name 3 and provide examples.3. If you have 20.00 and you need to feed yourself and your 2 children dinner, would it be less expensive or more expensive to buy processed foods to feed your family? Obviously there are multiple variables in this question (such as transportation to a grocery store, the knowledge of how to prepare food from scratch, time, a working kitchen, etc.) but just as a general response, is your feeling that it is cheaper and easier to buy processed food or fresh food? Why or why not?4. What is Dr. Maya Adam final plea to American consumers about food and diet and health?5. What does organic mean? Does it matter?