Miladay Foundations Chapter 4: The Healthy Professional
Six classes of nutrients that the body needs
1. Carbohydrates 2. Fats 3. Proteins 4. Vitamins 5. Minerals 6. Water
Five basic food groups
1. Grains 2. Dairy 3. Vegetables 4. Proteins (meat, poultry, seafood, beans, and eggs) 5. Fruits
Be sure to never reach more than ______ inches away from your body whenever lifting something
18 inches
The human body requires approximately ________ of fluid a day at minimum of water
2 liters
An estimated ________ of Americans are dehydrated
75%
13 essential vitamins
A, C, D, E, K, and eight B-complex vitamins. vitamins A, D, E, and K are fat-soluble vitamins, found in fats in foods, and can be stored in the body. Vitamins C and B-complex are water-soluble, meaning the body uses and loses them quickly, so they must be replenished regularly. Vitamins A, C, D, and E have been shown to have positive effects on the skin's health when taken by mouth. Be sure to read the recommended daily allowance (RDA) for each vitamin and mineral supplement
vitamin E
Helps protect the skin from the harmful effects of the sun's UV light.
Dehydration
If you let the problem persist, the symptoms will continue to escalate, with dizziness, increased heart rate and fainting
_________ is the key to avoiding muscular and skeletal disorders
Prevention
patch test
a test for identifying a possible allergy in a client; also known as a predisposition test
Distributing your weight evenly on both hips is a good way to
achieve a balanced sitting position
Water facts
an estimated 75 percent of Americans are chronically dehydrated. research suggests that the benefits of water on human health and functioning are many
vitamin C
an important substance needed for proper repair of the skin and tissues; promotes the production of collagen in the skin's dermal tissues; aids in and promotes/accelerates the skin's healing process and boosts the immune system
We need proteins as building blocks for
building muscles and blood tissues for cell replacement and repair
Thirst is the first sign of
dehydration
USDA dietary guidelines for balanced diet
drink an appropriate amount of water
vitamin D
enables the body to properly absorb and use calcium, the element needed for proper bone development and maintenance. also promotes rapid healing of the skin. also called the sunshine vitamin
Water is necessary for virtually
every cell in the body
Choosing ______ that offers support for all parts of the body is extremely important. Also important for them to be ergonomically correct
footwear
Pay attention to recommended daily allowance
for all vitamins & mineral supplements
Beauty professionals should have a working knowledge of nutrition because
good nutrition is necessary for healthy skin, hair, and nails
An example of an ergonomic bad habit would be
gripping or squeezing implements too tightly
You should only take antibiotics that
have been prescribed to you
allergies
hypersensitivity disorders to the immune system
acquired immunity
immunity that is developed after overcoming a disease, through inoculation (such as flu vaccinations) or through exposure to natural allergens (such as pollen, cat dander, and ragweed)
natural immunity
immunity that is partly inherited and partly developed through healthy living. inheriting a resistance to a particular disease
Avoid spreading germs by sneezing
into your elbow
water
makes up 50 to 70 percent of the body's weight and is necessary for virtually every function of the cells and body. one essential nutrient no person can live without
One of the most important lifestyle choices for improving your immune system is
not smoking
proteins
nutrients important for building muscle and blood tissues and for cell repair and replacement
carbohydrates
nutrients needed for energy to run every function within the body
fats
nutrients needed for many body functions, including hormones, sebum production, and absorption of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K
vitamins
nutrients required for many body functions to occur, including normal metabolism
minerals
nutrients used by cells to produce important biochemicals that have many body functions
antibiotics
substances that kill or slow the growth of bacteria and other microorganisms. became widely prescribed only in the late 1950s.
vitamin A
supports the overall health of the skin; aids in the health, function, and repair of skin cells; has been shown to improve the skin's elasticity and thickness
immunity
the ability of the body to resist and destroy pathogens and respond to infection
water intake requirements
the human body requires approximately 2 liters of fluid a day just to replace the fluid lost from simply existing; walking, standing, breathing. Eight 8-ounce glasses of water per day at a bare minimum. Drinking nine to twelve glasses (2 to 3 liters) of water a day is an average recommendation. water needed everyday for maximum physical health: take body weight divided by 2, then divide this number by 8.
nutrition
the processes involved in taking in nutrients and assimilating and utilizing them. all bodily functions, including the building of tissues, are directly related. the foods we eat and the water we drink are the basic building blocks of life. foods are broken down into basic molecules that are then delivered to every cell in the human body. it is beneficial for anyone practicing personal care services, such as esthetics, to have a good working knowledge of and how the body is affected by the foods we consume. Good nutrition is necessary for healthy skin, hair, and nails
ergonomics
the science of designing the workplace as well as its equipment and tools to make specific body movements more comfortable. an awareness of your posture and movements, coupled with good work habits, proper tools, and equipment, will enhance your health and comfort. keep your wrists in straight or natural position as much as possible
When working with pregnant clients it is very important for the beauty professional
to review all chemical labels
You should stay home from work if
you are experiencing vomitting
