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June follows a special diet that does not allow her to eat any milk products. This diet could be (blank).
June follows a special diet that does not allow her to eat any milk products. This diet could be (blank).
lactose-free, vegan, or ovo-vegetarian
This type of fad diet requires long periods of time with no calorie intake. What type of fad diet would this most likely be?
This type of fad diet requires long periods of time with no calorie intake. What type of fad diet would this most likely be?
- Paleo diet
- Fasting diet (correct)
- Detox diet
- Low-carb diet
Describe the difference between a healthy diet and dieting to lose weight.
Describe the difference between a healthy diet and dieting to lose weight.
Healthy diets control the amount and types of food one consumes. Dieting is often short-term and has a specific goal.
Mark wants to lose some weight fast, so he decides to take some diuretics. Select the statement that BEST represents the result of this decision.
Mark wants to lose some weight fast, so he decides to take some diuretics. Select the statement that BEST represents the result of this decision.
What is the purpose of a diet and why do most people diet?
What is the purpose of a diet and why do most people diet?
An individual with heart disease would benefit the most from following a diet that is (blank).
An individual with heart disease would benefit the most from following a diet that is (blank).
Dwane needs to be careful about eating carbohydrates. What type of diet could he be following?
Dwane needs to be careful about eating carbohydrates. What type of diet could he be following?
Suzanne is following a fad diet. She has started to experience low energy and found out she has high cholesterol. Which fad diet is Suzanne most likely following?
Suzanne is following a fad diet. She has started to experience low energy and found out she has high cholesterol. Which fad diet is Suzanne most likely following?
The biggest reason people diet is to reduce their cholesterol.
The biggest reason people diet is to reduce their cholesterol.
List ways that the government assists in eating healthy.
List ways that the government assists in eating healthy.
How many calories are the basis for the calculation of the percent daily values?
How many calories are the basis for the calculation of the percent daily values?
An 18-year-old girl was taken to the hospital with high blood pressure and headaches. Which diet would likely cause these difficulties?
An 18-year-old girl was taken to the hospital with high blood pressure and headaches. Which diet would likely cause these difficulties?
Planning meals in advance helps to control portions.
Planning meals in advance helps to control portions.
How does a food pyramid help individuals eat a healthy diet?
How does a food pyramid help individuals eat a healthy diet?
After a surgical weight loss procedure, which behavior would the doctor be most likely to recommend to the patient?
After a surgical weight loss procedure, which behavior would the doctor be most likely to recommend to the patient?
If an individual eats foods that do not contain any dairy and only drinks soy milk, he or she most likely has a problem digesting (blank).
If an individual eats foods that do not contain any dairy and only drinks soy milk, he or she most likely has a problem digesting (blank).
Which statement BEST describes a lifestyle with healthy eating habits?
Which statement BEST describes a lifestyle with healthy eating habits?
The water weight lost while taking a diuretic is only temporary.
The water weight lost while taking a diuretic is only temporary.
Sanchez consumes a diet where he will not eat pork and will not eat meat with dairy products. He is most likely following this type of diet.
Sanchez consumes a diet where he will not eat pork and will not eat meat with dairy products. He is most likely following this type of diet.
A patient comes to the emergency room with very low potassium and dehydration. The doctor would want to ask if this patient has (blank).
A patient comes to the emergency room with very low potassium and dehydration. The doctor would want to ask if this patient has (blank).
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Diet Types and Definitions
- A diet avoiding milk products can be labeled as lactose-free, vegan, or ovo-vegetarian.
- Fad diets may include fasting diets, characterized by extended periods without calorie intake.
- Healthy diets support long-term eating patterns, while dieting typically refers to short-term changes aimed at achieving specific goals like weight loss.
Effects of Diet Choices
- Diuretics can lead to rapid water weight loss but may result in dehydration and potassium deficiency.
- Individuals diet primarily for weight loss, not necessarily to reduce cholesterol.
- A low-sodium, low-fat, and low-cholesterol diet is beneficial for those with heart disease.
Special Dietary Considerations
- Diabetic individuals often need to monitor carbohydrate intake.
- Low-carbohydrate diets can lead to low energy and may contribute to high cholesterol levels.
- Symptoms like high blood pressure and headaches in young dieters may be linked to dieting practices, possibly related to diet pills.
Government and Nutritional Guidelines
- The government aids healthy eating through guidelines on food intake, educational programs, and visual models like the MyPlate and food pyramid.
- Daily calorie values are typically calculated based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Meal Planning and Healthy Habits
- Advance meal planning assists in controlling portion sizes.
- A food pyramid provides guidance on food groups essential for a balanced diet, including recommendations for percentage contributions from each group.
Post-Procedure Recommendations
- After weight-loss surgery, medical advice often includes taking vitamin and mineral supplements to support nutritional needs.
- Lactose intolerance is indicated if an individual consumes dairy substitutes like soy milk.
Lifestyle and Eating Habits
- Consistent adherence to a balanced diet, as demonstrated by athletes like wrestlers, signifies healthy eating habits and weight management.
Temporary Effects of Dieting
- Weight loss from diuretics is generally short-lived and temporary.
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