Eating Habits and Food Cravings

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What is one possible consequence of eating in front of the television?

Unawareness of how much food was consumed (correct)

Improved digestion

Reduced food craving

Increased focus on the meal

Why do some people crave food?

For pleasure (correct)

To relieve emotional stress

Due to hunger

To improve digestion

What can help regulate blood sugar levels and reduce food cravings?

Limiting sugar and processed foods and regular exercise (correct)

Eating more carbohydrates

Regular fasting

Drinking more water

What can be an alternative to emotional eating?

Engaging in a hobby or outdoor activity Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of nutrition in outdoor activities like trekking?

To provide fuel for the body to meet the demands of the activity Signup and view all the answers

What factors affect the body's need for food during trekking?

Distance, temperature, and mountain elevation Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended source of monounsaturated fats?

Olive oil Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of vitamins in the human body?

Supporting metabolism and maintaining a healthy immune system Signup and view all the answers

Why is it recommended to obtain vitamins from food rather than supplements?

Vitamins from food are more easily absorbed Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of water in the human body?

Regulating body temperature Signup and view all the answers

What is a type of fatty acid that is considered healthy for daily consumption?

Polyunsaturated fats Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach to consuming vitamins and minerals?

Eating a balanced diet with whole foods Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the essential functions of water in the body?

To transport oxygen throughout the body Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a nutrition assessment?

To determine the nutritional status of an individual or population Signup and view all the answers

What are the four categories of data used in nutritional assessment?

Anthropometric, biochemical, dietary, and clinical Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of nutritional assessment in public health?

It aids in developing effective public health nutrition programs Signup and view all the answers

What is anthropometric assessment in the context of nutritional assessment?

A series of quantitative measurements of body composition Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate goal of nutritional assessment?

To meet the human body's needs for nutritive and protective substances Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of biochemical assessment in nutrition?

To determine the general nutritional status and identify specific deficiencies Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of clinical assessment in nutrition?

Identifying the person's problem and symptoms through observation and tests Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of nutrition screening?

To identify malnourished individuals Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a nutrition intervention?

Supplementation and fortification Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of dietary assessment in nutrition?

To provide information on dietary quantity and quality Signup and view all the answers

Who is the target group for nutrition interventions?

Specific subpopulations at risk Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of digesting food?

to provide energy for bodily functions Signup and view all the answers

When should nutritional assessment commence?

at diagnosis and then longitudinally during treatment and survivorship Signup and view all the answers

What is associated with morbidity and mortality?

poor nutritional status Signup and view all the answers

What is involved in dietary assessment?

evaluating food and fluid intake Signup and view all the answers

What type of assessment involves laboratory measurements?

biochemical assessment Signup and view all the answers

What is an in-depth evaluation of an individual's food and nutrient intake, lifestyle, and medical history?

nutritional assessment Signup and view all the answers