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What is the average lifespan of males in Canada?
What is the average lifespan of males in Canada?
Which of the following factors is least likely to contribute to malnutrition according to the provided content?
Which of the following factors is least likely to contribute to malnutrition according to the provided content?
Which nutrient is known to impair immunity when excessively consumed?
Which nutrient is known to impair immunity when excessively consumed?
What lifestyle choice is most directly linked to degenerative diseases?
What lifestyle choice is most directly linked to degenerative diseases?
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In Canada’s North, what is the average lifespan for females?
In Canada’s North, what is the average lifespan for females?
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What is a primary recommendation for proper nutrition to shield against diseases?
What is a primary recommendation for proper nutrition to shield against diseases?
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Which group is indicated to be more vulnerable to malnutrition and weakened immunity?
Which group is indicated to be more vulnerable to malnutrition and weakened immunity?
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Which of the following nutrients is specifically noted as a deficiency that impairs immunity?
Which of the following nutrients is specifically noted as a deficiency that impairs immunity?
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Which condition is not mentioned as a warning flag related to family history of degenerative diseases?
Which condition is not mentioned as a warning flag related to family history of degenerative diseases?
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What is the average lifespan in Canada?
What is the average lifespan in Canada?
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What characterizes degenerative diseases?
What characterizes degenerative diseases?
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Which of the following diseases is listed as the leading cause of death in Canada over the 5 year period?
Which of the following diseases is listed as the leading cause of death in Canada over the 5 year period?
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What trend is observed for diabetes mellitus in the provided data?
What trend is observed for diabetes mellitus in the provided data?
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Which type of disease results from personal lifestyle choices?
Which type of disease results from personal lifestyle choices?
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What is a common cause of infectious diseases?
What is a common cause of infectious diseases?
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Which of the following was ranked 3rd as a leading cause of death in 2017?
Which of the following was ranked 3rd as a leading cause of death in 2017?
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Which condition saw an increasing trend in the number of deaths from 2014 to 2018?
Which condition saw an increasing trend in the number of deaths from 2014 to 2018?
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What traits are common for the leading causes of death in Canada?
What traits are common for the leading causes of death in Canada?
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What is the rank of 'intentional self-harm' as a cause of death in Canada for the years provided?
What is the rank of 'intentional self-harm' as a cause of death in Canada for the years provided?
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Which condition was consistently ranked 10th for the years provided?
Which condition was consistently ranked 10th for the years provided?
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What rank did 'accidents (unintentional injuries)' hold in 2016?
What rank did 'accidents (unintentional injuries)' hold in 2016?
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What is a notable characteristic of malignant neoplasms?
What is a notable characteristic of malignant neoplasms?
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Which lifestyle factor is most commonly linked to chronic diseases?
Which lifestyle factor is most commonly linked to chronic diseases?
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In the age data provided, which age group is implied for the leading causes of death?
In the age data provided, which age group is implied for the leading causes of death?
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Which condition is ranked as the leading cause of death for both sexes in 2014?
Which condition is ranked as the leading cause of death for both sexes in 2014?
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Study Notes
Chronic Diseases & Nutrition
- Nutrition plays a crucial role in the development and prevention of chronic diseases.
- Chronic diseases are a major cause of death in Canada.
Types of Diseases
- Infectious/Communicable diseases are caused by bacteria, viruses, parasites, or other microbes. Examples include: SARS-CoV-2, tuberculosis, polio, influenza.
- Degenerative diseases are chronic and irreversible, often due to lifestyle choices like poor diet, smoking, alcohol abuse, and lack of physical activity. These are leading causes of death in Canada.
Leading Causes of Death in Canada (2017)
- Malignant neoplasms (cancer)
- Diseases of the heart
- Cerebrovascular diseases (stroke)
- Accidents (unintentional injuries)
- Chronic lower respiratory diseases
- Diabetes mellitus
Leading Causes of Death (2014-2018) - Overall trends
- The leading causes of death remain consistent over the five-year period analyzed.
- Trends show some fluctuations in the ranking and number of deaths for specific categories.
- The provided data includes the ranking of different diseases among the various causes of death in Canada from 2014-2018, a total population.
Nutrition and Disease
- Not all diseases are equally influenced by diet. Some are purely genetic (like sickle-cell anemia), some are inherited but influenced by diet (like diabetes), and some are purely diet-related (like vitamin/mineral deficiency).
- Nutritional deficiencies and excesses can impair the immune system.
- Malnutrition can worsen diseases, and diseases can worsen malnutrition. Certain groups are particularly vulnerable: young/elderly, poor, hospitalized.
Nutrition and Immunity
- Deficiency or excess of nutrients can affect the immune system.
- Protein-energy malnutrition (PEM) impacts the skin, digestive system, lymph tissues, and the overall immune response. Skin becomes thinner, less protective against threats, antibody levels drop.
Deficiencies and Toxicities Impacting Immunity
- Deficiencies in energy, protein, vitamins (A, D, E, K, B vitamins), folate, vitamin C, minerals (iron, zinc, copper, magnesium, selenium) can compromise immunity.
- Toxicities from certain nutrients (like iron, zinc) can also impair immunity.
Lifestyle Choices and Risks of Degenerative Disease
- Specific lifestyle factors, appearing early in life, are risk indicators for several degenerative diseases:
- Alcoholism
- Cancer
- Diabetes
- Heart and artery diseases
- Hypertension
- Liver disease (cirrhosis)
- Osteoporosis
Diet/Lifestyle Risk Factors
- Diet and lifestyle choices are linked to various degenerative diseases.
- Several factors (diet-related and other) may contribute to the onset and progression of various degenerative conditions.
Proper Nutrition Against Diseases
- Choosing unsaturated fats over saturated/trans fats is important.
- A diverse intake of fruits/vegetables and phytochemicals is beneficial for health.
- Prioritize whole grains, foods rich in potassium (fruits/vegetables), calcium/magnesium (dairy/substitutes), fiber (whole grains, legumes), and ample fluids for a healthy diet.
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Test your knowledge on the relationship between nutrition and chronic diseases, as well as the leading causes of death in Canada. This quiz covers various types of diseases and emphasizes the impact of lifestyle choices on health outcomes. Challenge yourself to understand how nutrition plays a vital role in disease prevention.
