Chapter 11 health gra

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What do electrolytes do for our bodies

Minerals that help maintain the body's fluid balance; sodium, chloride, and potassium

Athletes trying to make weight

Stick to a sensible plan that will take off 1/2-1 per week

Bmi formula

Weight in lbs over height in increases squared times 703

What would probably happen if you increased your activity level without eating more food

You would loose weight

Health problems associated with binge eating disorder

Becoming overweight or obese, high blood pressure, type Two diabetes, cardiovascular disease

Teens

Body's calories needs increase to support your growth

Health consequences of anorexia nervosa

Bones may become brittle, body temp, heart rate, and blood pressure may drop, and there may be a reduction in organ size

Keys points to keep in mind when trying to loose weight

Choose nutrient dense foods, watch your portion sizes, eat fewer foods hat are high in fats and added sugars, stay hydrated, be active, tone your muscles, enjoy your favorite foods in moderation

People with lactose intolerance

Consume small portions of milk or get calcium from cheese and yogurt; may have to take lactase

People with diabetes

Control carbohydrates in foods, may have to take insulin

Medical help for eating disorders may involve

Counseling, doctors care, nutritional guidance, hospital stay

Health consequence of bulimia nervosa

Dehydration, sore throat, inflamed throat, swollen glands, teeth become damaged, damage stomach intestines, or kidneys, irregular heart rhythms, heart failure, and death

What is the difference between the number of calories per gram in fat vs. carbohydrates and proteins

Fat has nine calories per gram whole carbs and proteins have four

Teens who want to maintain a healthy diet should

Follow nutrition guidelines of MyPyramid and get regular exercise

Types of fad diets

Miracle foods, magic combinations, liquid diets, diet pills, fasting

Very active people

More calories from nutrient dense foods

People with food allergies

Must avoid foods and food ingredients they are allergic to: check ingredient list

Pregnant women

Need extra calcium, iron, and folic acid, along with more calories from food

Teen athletes

Need from 2000-5000 calories per day, need more protein and carbs, need more calories from nutrient dense foods

Vegetarian Food choices for protein

Nuts, legumes, eggs, and dairy products

Advantages of vegetarian

Pant based foods tend to be lower in saturated fat and cholesterol, and higher in fiber; may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and some cancers

Two ways teens develop their body image

Peers and media

With a fad diet, how might ones weight go

People may lose weight temporarily, but usually regain it after going off of the diet

Disadvantages of vegetarian

Plant based foods tend to be lower in certain nutrients, such as protein, iron, calcium, zinc, and some B vitamins

People with high cholesterol

Reduce intake of saturated fats and trans fats

What are some healthful strategies for gaining weight

Select foods from the five major food groups higher in calories, choose higher calorie, nutrient rich foods, eat nutritious snacks, get regular physical activity

How does exercise that builds muscle help promote loss of body fat

Since muscle tissue takes more calories to maintain than fat, increasing muscle mass means your body will use more calories

Two ways to test your body composition to find out if you are in the appropriate range for weight

Skin fold test or BMI

Factors which affect weight

Age, gender, height, body fame, stage and rate of growth

Performance enhancers

Anabolic steroids, creatine, androstenedione, energy drinks

People with celiac disease

Avoid wheat, rye, barely, oats, pasta, bread, avoid gluten

Anorexia nervosa obsessive behaviors

Avoiding food and meals, eating only a few kinds of food in small amounts, weighing or counting calories in everything they eat, exercising excessively, weighing themselves repeatedly

How many calories equals one lbs of body fat

3500

How are eating disorders classified and what are some contributing factors that can lead to an eating disorder

Eating disorders are classified as mental illnesses and they are often linked to depression, low self esteem, or troubled personal relationships

Three factors that can affect your body's nutrient needs

Factors include age, gender, and activity level

Benefits of regular physical activity

Helps relieve stress, promotes normal appetite response, increases self esteem, helps you feel more energetic

How is binge eating different from bulimia

In bulimia, you compulsively eat and then purge, while in binge, you don't purge the food you eat

Health problems associated with being overweight and obese

Increase risk of heart disease, cancer, asthma, osteoarthritis, gallbladder disease, type two diabetes, cardiovascular disease, hyper tension

People with high blood pressure

Keep salt intake low

Reasons people choose to be vegetarian

Many believe its more healthful, religious reasons, cultural reasons, economic reasons

Healthful strategies for teens to manage their weight

Target a healthy weight, set realistic goals, personalize your plan, put your goals in writing, evaluate your progress

Females

Tend to need less calories than males, have a greater need for some nutrients

Energy balance

The balance between the calories you take in and those you burn

Body composition

The ratio of fat to lean tissue in your body

What should teens do that feel they should lose weight

They should talk to their doctor before starting any diet plan

Dangers of taking megadoses of some dietary supplements

Too much can build up in your body and become toxic

Health problems underweight teens have

Trouble fighting off disease, trouble concentrating, feet weak/tired

When teens go through growth and hormonal changes that affect their body image, what are some helpful solutions

Try to accept yourself the way you are, or talk to a parent or trusted adult about your feelings


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