E1 describe the main food groups that are essential to meet the basic needs of the body There are five main food groups, These groups are carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins and minerals and water. Each type of food plays a significant role in our body but excesses or deficiencies of certain types of food can also harm the body and produce a negative impact on our health. Food and the nutrients obtained from food are vital to keep the body healthy and alive. Nutrients are required in order to build and repair cells and body tissues, maintain the organs and bones in optimum working condition and to provide energy, fuel and warmth. Protein is needed in the diet for growth and repair of the body.
Often just knowing that we are thirsty as opposed to hungry will lead to a better choice being made in selecting drink over food. As cognitive function deteriorates in the dementia patient these decisions are obviously effected more so. In the extreme a dementia patient will not realise that they are dehydrated or that they are hungry and will go without food and drink for longer periods then perhaps is healthy unless they are prompted by their carers to receive nutrition This factor must also be balanced against the fact that older, sentient, people often need less food and drink then younger more active people and a good carer will also be conscious of this Dementia can effect the choices that a person makes on the type of food they want to eat. For example we have a lady called Joyce who prefers foods (and drinks) that are white. (She also prefers her chair to be white so you can see the level of dementia being dealt with here).
Poor nutrition can in turn worsen the symptoms of dementia for individuals. A report states that people with dementia who are undernourished may end up worsening their condition. but poor nutrition can also cause individuals with dementia to need specialist help more often as well eg requiring antibiotics. Malnutrition also affects the immune system making it difficult to fight
HUMAN NUTRITION Edmond Griffin SCI/220 05/29/2011 HUMAN NUTRITION The dietary intake that we had recorded for the first day provided for a healthful diet. Good nutrition is very important to do. Good healthful diets enable people to work productively and feel their very best very day. All food dairy or journal of consumed food will always allow an individual to truly understand which food group that may provide a good healthy fat content as well as minerals and vitamins. This is what was analysis of the food intake from day 1 the Nutrition policy and promotion (Dietary Guidelines for Americans).
For example, two diseases that develop from too little protein are Kwashiorkor and Marasmus, and too diseases that develop because of too much carbohydrates and lipids are Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease. When consuming too much or too little of a macronutrient it can also result in a stunt in growth, especially in children, a insufficient amount of energy, and either weight loss or weight gain. People also tend to gain a low immune system making them more susceptible to
It can damage major organs. Depending on what is being eaten it can causes diseases such as diabetes and hypertension. Diets high in fat can also cause heart disease and high cholesterol because it contains a high amount of saturated fat. It can cause lower core strength, slower problem solving ability and muscle response, and can also make you less alert. Having a high sugar and fat diet can cause diabetes which also leads to weight
Discuss the inter-relationship between diet and health/ill health Health is shaped by eating a balanced diet with the right combination and quantity of nutrients. Achieving optimum nutrition through a varied healthy balanced diet leads to health, wellbeing and normal development, but under- nutrition and over- nutrition can lead to serious health problems (Gibney, 2009, p. 4). Calories, macronutrients (in the form of carbohydrate, protein and fat) and micronutrients (in the form of vitamins and minerals) as well as fibre and water are essential components for a balanced diet. Nutrients are categorised into basic foodstuffs: bread, cereal rice and pasta: fruit and vegetables: dairy products: meat, fish and other sources of protein. A healthy balanced diet consists of sufficient quantities of each of these food groups in the correct proportions.
The graphic illustrates the internal and external factors that affect the nutrition care process and thus the patient. The Model’s central component is the relationship between the registered dietitian and the patient. The outer ring symbolizes the skills and abilities of the RD in conjunction with the application of the evidence-based practice, a Code of Ethics, and the knowledge of the registered dietitian. Another outer ring represents the environmental factors that also have an impact such as healthcare systems, socioeconomics, and practice setting which impact the ability of the patients receiving the services of the registered dietitian. The Nutrition Care Process and Model (NCPM) is composed of
Public health encompasses protecting and improving the health of communities through coordinated efforts of governments, private and voluntary organisations and individuals. Nutritional medicine professionals contribute to public health through each of these channels. They develop policies and programs within public health nutrition, are involved in associations, as well as educate and motivate individuals in private practices. Their purpose is to improve the communities or individuals overall nutritional status. Increases in popularity of complementary therapies such as nutrition, and focuses of government policy on prevention, indicate nutritional medicine may become more relevant in public health in the future.
The stress to your system of training is influenced by the intensity and duration of exercise, the fitness level of the athlete and the balance between training and recovery practices. Many athletes falsely assume that high levels of nutrients and nutritional supplements automatically have a beneficial effect on immune function and health. However this is not the case as evidence has shown that the immune response can be impaired by both inadequate and excessive intakes of nutrients. What are the key “nutrient players” needed to maintain a healthy immune system? Carbohydrates: Carbohydrate is a critical fuel source for supplying energy/fuel to both muscle and immune cells.