Since, the diet helps keep weight down and it is high in fiber which lowers blood sugar levels. Getting enough iron is the biggest concern for vegetarians. However, eating food like legumes, tofu, green leafy vegetables, nuts, seeds, whole grains, and dried fruits can provide iron. Vegetarians can take an iron supplement as another option. Vitamin B12 is a vitamin only found in animal products.
Infection- This is an invasion by and multiplication of pathogenic, micro-organisms in a bodily part or tissue which could cause harm. Infections can be spread with ease, poor practice is the main reason for spread of infection. Examples of poor practices are not washing your hands regularly, hand washing should be done thoroughly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, followed by hand-drying with a paper towel. Another example of poor practice is not covering your mouth when you cough or sneeze. You should always get vaccinated and always use safe methods of cooking and preparing food.
This is a good time to inspect for any skin/coat/health issues while relaxing and showing your dog some love. If you spot any ticks, you may want to see a vet to get it removed or remove it yourse Pick a good shampoo. If your dog scratches a lot, decide if the scratching is from parasites, allergies, or simple skin irritation. Pick out a good flea or problem specific shampoo at a pet store or retail store. Some general dog shampoos are formulated with oatmeal to help reduce general irritation.
UNIT 202 During the day my job duties and responsbilities is to undertake personal care as required to service users including washing, toileting, assisting to feed and manual handling. I would support service users in anyway needed to maintain dignity and privacy. I would participate in activities , meeting service users needs. I would attend staff meetings as and when required. I would need to comply with health and safety requirements in respect of manual handling and use of PPE to help control infection.
Eating a gluten-free diet helps people with celiac disease control their signs and symptoms and prevent complications. Gluten is found in almost all processed foods, often masked on labeling by names like shortening, natural flavoring, stabilizer agent and thickener. This makes it very difficult, and if not almost impossible, to avoid entirely as it is even found in chemical medications, some vitamin supplements as a binding agent and also in cosmetic products such as lipsticks, lip balms and chap sticks. Soy sauces and MSG can also contain hidden gluten. By eliminating products from the diet that contain gluten, you may find yourself instead consuming more fresh, whole and organic foods.
People on a carb controlled diet need to control their portion intake. Even if they eat too much of a portion of healthy foods it could mess with their blood sugar levels. Fruits, milk and starches are also good carbohydrates. They should intake about 45- 60 grams of carbohydrates a meal. A carb controlled diet allows diabetics more choices of food.
1.3 DESCRIBE WAYS TO RESOLVE ANY DIFFICULTIES OR DILEMMAS ABOUT THE CHOICE OF FOOD AND DRINK If the individual selects a food to consume that is not suitable as detailed in their plan of care, you should try to offer suitable alternatives. For example : If the individual has been recommended a low fat diet by their doctor but the individual insists they want to eat “junk food” it is your role to advise the individual of the content of the food and the consequences of eating it. The individual is then able to make an “informed decision” of whether they still wish to consume the meal. It is their right to choose to eat their preferred food. You should report the matter immediately and follow your organisations policies and procedures regarding reporting the matter e.g.
All of which will be included in care plans. Then we look into preferences, is he/she a vegetarian, religious (no meat on Fridays, or halal/kosher only), need thickened fluids, low fat/fortified foods etc. Once these concerns for each individual are identified we can begin to create choices. It is vital that choices are given and made independently; support and assistance will be given of needed. For example dishes can be shown to a resident to help them make a choice.
This also includes advising veterinarians about diseases they detect in sample tissues or fluids. This testing holds them responsible for studying and diagnosing the animal’s disease(s), if any present. Part of this being to advise government agencies on the progression of animal diseases and the spread. Within this, they must develop clinical diagnostic skills and maintain proficiency in it. Additionally, they examine the carcass for a cause of death.
ASSOCIATED HEALTH HAZARDS OF A HIGH SATURATED FAT DIET Good nutrition means eating the right foods in the right proportions, and being selective about how and what we consume, to provide a carefully balanced diet. A healthy diet should consist of protein, fats, carbohydrates, water, vitamins and minerals. A shortage of any of these constituents can cause deficiencies resulting in body malfunction. Over-nutrition can have a degenerate effect on the body as well. Lipids (fats) are a critical component of our daily diet in providing vital sources of energy.