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Discuss the USDA's MyPlate and its replacement of the food pyramid - ANSWER Food
Pyramid was confusing and vague. My Plate replaced the pyramid in 2011 and is easier to
use. My Plate is a picture of a plate divided into four sections. The idea is to simply what
their plate should look like vs serving sizes for everything.
Identify the characteristics that make an individual low activity and the characteristics that
make an individual considered high activity. - ANSWER low activity - Does not exercise
regularly and gets less than 30 minutes of activity on any given day
Mid level - 30 minutes at a time 1 to 2 times a week
high activity - exercises regularly and gets 30-60
minutes 4 to 5 times a week. Can be working in warehouse, gym, etc.
Explain the importance of consumer advocacy groups and identify some examples of these
groups - ANSWER Attempt to protect consumers from unsafe products and unethical
business practices. Researches products and offers results of safety concerns, defects, or
scams. Adovate for legislation that protects rights of consumers. Can offer assistance to
consumers.
EX Consumer's Union, Better Business Bureau, Consumer Federation of America
Explain the role that ethnicity can play in determining which foods an individual includes in
his or her diet - ANSWER People living in different regions have different customs
regarding food that they eat. This can be related to traditions or access to food.
Identify and explain some of the factors that might influence what foods are available to a
consumer - ANSWER Region where consumer lives, current weather conditions,
seasonal effects, demand
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, Identify some of th efood preparation methods that can be used to reduce the risk of
foodborne illnesses - ANSWER thawing food appropriately, storing in air tight
containers, sanitizing all cooking areas and equipment. Individuals should wash their hands,
wash fruits and veggies. Cook foods at high enough temperatures for a long period to avoid
bacteria. Thaw foods in refrigerator.
Explain how hypertension can be treated and prevented - ANSWER Hypertension can
be treated through low salt and low fat along with exercise to bring blood pressure to a
reasonable level. Medication is foten prescribed. Many factors include age, race, and family
history. Eliminating certain activities can significantly reduce risk: excessive drinking,
smoking, regularly consuming high salt foods, high stress,
Explain the nutritional importance of fiber and identify some common source -
ANSWER Fiber helps with bowel movements, digestion, immune response. Fiber can
lower cholesterol, prevent obesity, lower the risk of cancer and type two diabetes. Sources -
oatmeal, whole wheat bread, beans, apples etc
Identify the daily calorie and nutritional requirements of a health, highly active individual as
he or she ages - ANSWER More active = more calories. Active and less active kids
requires the same calories. Active teens need 1600 - 2600 calories. Active young adults
requires 2000 - 3200 calories. The calorie needs of an active vs less active person is 400 - 800
calories higher. Active people require more protein.
Explain how diabetes can be prevented - ANSWER Type 2/Gestational - eating healthy
diet high in fiber and whole grains, lower high fat foods, and breastfeeding.
Type 1 - no known prevention
Explain the nutritional importance of vitamin C and identify some common sources -
ANSWER Ascorbic Acid - Vitamin C. Helps protect the health of skin, bones, teeth,
certilage, and blood vessels. Antioxidant that helps reduce the negative effects that oxygen
reactions within the body can hve on the cells. Produces collagen - protein neccisary for
cartilage and skin health. Sources - Strawberries, broccoli, spinach
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Discuss the USDA's MyPlate and its replacement of the food pyramid - ANSWER Food
Pyramid was confusing and vague. My Plate replaced the pyramid in 2011 and is easier to
use. My Plate is a picture of a plate divided into four sections. The idea is to simply what
their plate should look like vs serving sizes for everything.
Identify the characteristics that make an individual low activity and the characteristics that
make an individual considered high activity. - ANSWER low activity - Does not exercise
regularly and gets less than 30 minutes of activity on any given day
Mid level - 30 minutes at a time 1 to 2 times a week
high activity - exercises regularly and gets 30-60
minutes 4 to 5 times a week. Can be working in warehouse, gym, etc.
Explain the importance of consumer advocacy groups and identify some examples of these
groups - ANSWER Attempt to protect consumers from unsafe products and unethical
business practices. Researches products and offers results of safety concerns, defects, or
scams. Adovate for legislation that protects rights of consumers. Can offer assistance to
consumers.
EX Consumer's Union, Better Business Bureau, Consumer Federation of America
Explain the role that ethnicity can play in determining which foods an individual includes in
his or her diet - ANSWER People living in different regions have different customs
regarding food that they eat. This can be related to traditions or access to food.
Identify and explain some of the factors that might influence what foods are available to a
consumer - ANSWER Region where consumer lives, current weather conditions,
seasonal effects, demand
1
, Identify some of th efood preparation methods that can be used to reduce the risk of
foodborne illnesses - ANSWER thawing food appropriately, storing in air tight
containers, sanitizing all cooking areas and equipment. Individuals should wash their hands,
wash fruits and veggies. Cook foods at high enough temperatures for a long period to avoid
bacteria. Thaw foods in refrigerator.
Explain how hypertension can be treated and prevented - ANSWER Hypertension can
be treated through low salt and low fat along with exercise to bring blood pressure to a
reasonable level. Medication is foten prescribed. Many factors include age, race, and family
history. Eliminating certain activities can significantly reduce risk: excessive drinking,
smoking, regularly consuming high salt foods, high stress,
Explain the nutritional importance of fiber and identify some common source -
ANSWER Fiber helps with bowel movements, digestion, immune response. Fiber can
lower cholesterol, prevent obesity, lower the risk of cancer and type two diabetes. Sources -
oatmeal, whole wheat bread, beans, apples etc
Identify the daily calorie and nutritional requirements of a health, highly active individual as
he or she ages - ANSWER More active = more calories. Active and less active kids
requires the same calories. Active teens need 1600 - 2600 calories. Active young adults
requires 2000 - 3200 calories. The calorie needs of an active vs less active person is 400 - 800
calories higher. Active people require more protein.
Explain how diabetes can be prevented - ANSWER Type 2/Gestational - eating healthy
diet high in fiber and whole grains, lower high fat foods, and breastfeeding.
Type 1 - no known prevention
Explain the nutritional importance of vitamin C and identify some common sources -
ANSWER Ascorbic Acid - Vitamin C. Helps protect the health of skin, bones, teeth,
certilage, and blood vessels. Antioxidant that helps reduce the negative effects that oxygen
reactions within the body can hve on the cells. Produces collagen - protein neccisary for
cartilage and skin health. Sources - Strawberries, broccoli, spinach
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