Because as malnutrition patients are weak and thin, the healthy high calorie food contains high amount of nutrients, vitamins and minerals. It also contains fat that are healthy and well. However, Malnutrition patients should be careful because some of the foods are unhealthy even though they are high in calorie. Some of the healthy high calorie foods that I would recommend for patients are: fruits such as banana which is healthy and contains 115.6Kcals. Fruits juices are as well healthy option such as Orange juice 87.7Kcal per glass, Pineapple 100.0 Kcal per glass, Apple juice 94.9 Kcal per glass.
The first and probably most obvious similarity is that they are both fruits, and quite popular fruits at that. Both apples and oranges are tasty and are good sources of vitamin C. The FDA recognizes apples and oranges as a full serving of fruit on the food pyramid. Another similarity between these is that they both grow on trees and are generally a round spherical shape with seeds in the center. They are both often packed in lunches or as snacks because they are easy to handle and can last a long time in a refrigerator before going bad. In contrast, apples are usually red or green, and oranges are surprisingly an orange color.
Avocado an introduction The tree from which the commercial avocado fruit (technically a berry due to the fact it develops from a single ovary and has the seed embedded in the fruit), come from the avocado tree Persea americana Mill which originates from Central America. The avocado is a nutritious fruit high in lipids particularly mono unsaturated which may help lower levels of cholesterol. Avocados are sources of fibre and fairly high levels of protein. It is a good source of Vitamins A, B3, B5, C and E and of the mineral potassium. For a more detailed breakdown of avocados see appendix 1.
Although they both carry the famed name Cheerios, both cereals are different in taste but almost exactly the same in vitamins and minerals. These cereals offer a variety of health benefits such as lowering high cholesterol. And providing families with food that everyone can enjoy. Honey Nut and Apple Cinnamon Cheerios are both high in folic acid, which helps prevent birth defects and improves the spinal system of new born babies. Calcium and Phosphorus can also be found in these Cheerios, they help improve eye sight and bone health by making them stronger.
Vegetables have very good nutrients so when picking vegetables one should choose a variety of colors to get a variety of nutrients. Vegetables Lower blood pressure; reduced risk of heart disease, stroke, and probably some cancers; lower risk of eye and digestive problems; and a mellowing effect on blood sugar that can help keep appetite in check. Last but not least is my grain intake. My grain intake is the equivalent to 5.4 ounces and my recommended amount of grain intake is 6 ounces. I need a little more grain consumption to meet my recommended amount.
A very large majority of banana varieties are not really able to grow for international trade, according to the article, their skin is too thin, or their pulp is very bland. Big banana companies like Dole and Chiquita are working on developing a replacement variety of the Cavendish, which has become the mass-market banana of choice for farmers and distributors because it provides a lot of fruit. Although Cavendishes need a lot of caring to grow, they are the only variety that provides farmer with a large amount of palatable fruit that can endure overseas trips without ripening or bruising too easily. The Cavendish is rich in Vitamins B6 and C, it contains a lot of potassium, magnesium, and fiber in it. It is also not very expensive, that is almost 60 cents per pound.
Vitamin B helps the release of energy from other food and is good for the nervous system. Vitamin C (is fragile and easily destroyed by cooking)this is needed for forming bones, teeth, blood vessels and skin. Vitamin D helps maintain bones and teeth and helps to prevent blood clots. Vitamin E has links to fertility and offers protection from cancer and heart disease. Vitamin K helps prevent blood clots.
Eating variety of fruits and vegetable provides a multitude of health benefits. Fruit and vegetables are rich in vitamins, minerals fibre and many other nutrients. having a healthy balanced diet, exercising and eating at least 5 portions of fruit and vegetables a day could reduce the risk of cancer, heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, diabetes, and other chronic diseases. Poor nutrition affects children energy level, ability to concentrate and the ability to learn, it could also lead to illnesses. Part of a balanced diet is to have fruit and vegetables, it can help us stay healthy, and this is why we should try to eat a lot of it.
Fruits and vegetables contain folate, which helps give you more energy and repairs cell damage caused by stress. Nuts and seeds. These contain vitamin E, which enhances your mood and boosts your immune system, as well as omega 3 fats that can help prevent surges in stress hormones. Foods high in magnesium. Too little magnesium in our diet can trigger headaches and fatigue.
Servings of nuts and cooking with olive oil are great examples of unsaturated (healthy) fats. Dairy is a favorite of many diets and these products can still be enjoyed, but one would be advised to take the low fat route. Also, individuals should try to limit the additional sugars and fats found in soft drinks and fast food (Developing healthful eating habits is not so hard, 2012). Most individuals will find that there can be great joy in eating these products. A lot of them are convenient, fruit can easily be washed or peeled and is quickly ready to eat as a healthy snack, nuts can be packaged quite conveniently and are easily portioned out for another great snack and dairy products are clearly labeled as low fat options while still containing much of the same great taste.