1. Nutrition

2. Nutrition Includes all body processes relating to food
Includes digestion, absorption, metabolism, circulation, and elimination
These processes allow the body to use food for energy, maintenance of health, and growth

3. Nutritional Status State or condition of one’s nutrition
Goal is to be in a state of good nutrition
Maintain wellness or a state of good health with optimal body function
Must choose foods that are needed by the body, and not just because they taste good

4. Role of Nutrition Determines height,weight, and strength
Develops skeletal and muscular system
Increases physical agility
Increases resistance to disease
Improves appetite, posture, and complexion
Aids mental ability
Improves emotional and psychological health

5. Effects of Good Nutrition
Healthy appearance
Good attitude
Proper sleep and bowel habits
High energy level
Enthusiasm and freedom from anxiety

6. Diseases and Conditions
Hypertension
Atherosclerosis
Osteoporosis
Malnutrition

7. Essential Nutrients Carbohydrates Lipids Proteins Vitamins Minerals
Water

9. 5 major food groups Bread, cereal, rice, and pasta 6-11 servings
Vegetables 3-5 servings
Fruits 2-4 servings
Milk, milk products, yogurt, & cheese 2-3 servings
Meats, fish, poultry, dry beans, eggs, & nuts 2-3 servings

12. 7 Guidelines for Good Eating Habits
Eat a variety of foods
Maintain healthy weight
Choose low-fat , low cholesterol
Eat plenty of vegetables, fruits, and grain products
Sugar in moderation
Salt and Sodium in moderation
Alcohol in moderation

13. Weight Chart for Women Height Small Frame Medium Frame Large Frame
4'10"
4'11"
5'0"
5'1"
5'2"
5'3"
5'4"
5'5"
5'6"
5'7"
5'8"
5'9"
5'10"
5'11"
6'0"

14. Weight Chart for Men Height Small Frame Medium Frame Large Frame 5'2"
5'3"
5'4"
5'5"
5'6"
5'7"
5'8"
5'9"
5'10"
5'11"
6'0"
6'1"
6'2"
6'3"
6'4"

15. Different types of diet
Regular
Liquid
Soft
Diabetic
Calorie-controlled
Low-cholesterol
Fat restricted or low fat
Sodium restricted
Protein
Bland