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Match the following with their descriptions: 'Nutrition assessment' and 'Digestion and absorption process'
Match the following with their descriptions: 'Nutrition assessment' and 'Digestion and absorption process'
Nutrition assessment = Process of evaluating the nutritional status of individuals or populations Digestion and absorption process = Process of breaking down food into nutrients that can be absorbed by the body
Match the following with their roles in the body: 'Carbohydrates' and 'Vitamins'
Match the following with their roles in the body: 'Carbohydrates' and 'Vitamins'
Carbohydrates = Provide energy for body functions Vitamins = Essential for various biochemical reactions in the body
Match the following with their functions: 'Protein' and 'Fats'
Match the following with their functions: 'Protein' and 'Fats'
Protein = Building blocks of body tissues and enzymes Fats = Source of energy and aid in absorption of fat-soluble vitamins
Match the following with their primary usage: 'CSS' and 'SQL'
Match the following with their primary usage: 'CSS' and 'SQL'
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Match the following with their characteristics: 'General-purpose programming' and 'Client-side scripting for web applications'
Match the following with their characteristics: 'General-purpose programming' and 'Client-side scripting for web applications'
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In 1947, a series of experiments on beri-beri led to the discovery that enriched rice lowered the mortality rate of beri-beri. This discovery resulted in the passing of the R.A. 832, also known as the __________ Law.
In 1947, a series of experiments on beri-beri led to the discovery that enriched rice lowered the mortality rate of beri-beri. This discovery resulted in the passing of the R.A. 832, also known as the __________ Law.
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The completion of ten regional surveys throughout the Philippines between 1957-1968 allowed for the assessment of problems related to malnutrition and revisions of the food consumption table. This was an accomplishment of the _________ period.
The completion of ten regional surveys throughout the Philippines between 1957-1968 allowed for the assessment of problems related to malnutrition and revisions of the food consumption table. This was an accomplishment of the _________ period.
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In 1960, the National Coordinating Council on Foods and Nutrition (NCCFN) was established to coordinate activities related to food, nutrition, and agriculture in the Philippines. This marked the formal beginning of the coordination of applied nutrition, nutrition research, and food research activities in the country's _________ period.
In 1960, the National Coordinating Council on Foods and Nutrition (NCCFN) was established to coordinate activities related to food, nutrition, and agriculture in the Philippines. This marked the formal beginning of the coordination of applied nutrition, nutrition research, and food research activities in the country's _________ period.
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The DOH established the NNP, now known as the National Nutrition Service, to prevent malnutrition among preschoolers through mothercraft centers. This initiative started in the _________ period of nutrition in the Philippines.
The DOH established the NNP, now known as the National Nutrition Service, to prevent malnutrition among preschoolers through mothercraft centers. This initiative started in the _________ period of nutrition in the Philippines.
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In 1968, Dr. F. Solon established the first Malnutrition Ward at Southern Island Hospital in Cebu, which later became a part of the service in almost all government hospitals. This significant event occurred during the _________ period.
In 1968, Dr. F. Solon established the first Malnutrition Ward at Southern Island Hospital in Cebu, which later became a part of the service in almost all government hospitals. This significant event occurred during the _________ period.
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In 1971, President Marcos issued Executive Order no. 285, authorizing the National _________ Council.
In 1971, President Marcos issued Executive Order no. 285, authorizing the National _________ Council.
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The National Coordinating Council on Foods and Nutrition (NCCFN) was organized by Dr. Conrado Pascual in ________.
The National Coordinating Council on Foods and Nutrition (NCCFN) was organized by Dr. Conrado Pascual in ________.
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The Malnutrition Ward was first established by Dr. F. Solon at Southern Island Hospital in Cebu in ________.
The Malnutrition Ward was first established by Dr. F. Solon at Southern Island Hospital in Cebu in ________.
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The National Nutrition Service, formerly known as NNP, was established by the DOH to prevent malnutrition among preschoolers through ________ centers.
The National Nutrition Service, formerly known as NNP, was established by the DOH to prevent malnutrition among preschoolers through ________ centers.
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President Marcos issued Executive Order no. 285 in ________ authorizing the National Nutrition Council.
President Marcos issued Executive Order no. 285 in ________ authorizing the National Nutrition Council.
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The completion of ten regional surveys throughout the Philippines between 1957-1968 allowed for the assessment of problems related to malnutrition and revisions of the ________ table.
The completion of ten regional surveys throughout the Philippines between 1957-1968 allowed for the assessment of problems related to malnutrition and revisions of the ________ table.
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Study Notes
Classification of Food
- Classified into:
- Dry Foods
- Wet Acidic Foods
- Wet Low Acid Foods
- Classified by scale of operation:
- High Value/Low Volume Foods
- Lower Value (usually staples)/High Volume Foods
Characteristics of Food and Food Quality
- Quality Characteristics:
- Sensory Quality: color, flavor, texture, size, shape, appearance, freedom from defects
- Nutritional Quality: vitamins, minerals, protein, energy as carbohydrate or fat, fiber content
- Anti-nutritional quality
- Quality Expressed as Financial Value: demand for a food versus the available supply
- Microbiological Quality: bacteria, yeasts and moulds, safe and pathogenic microorganisms, microbial toxins
Introduction to Basic Nutrition
- Course Objectives:
- Identify the course objectives, requirements, and the grading system
- Define and explain terms related to Nutrition
- Discuss the history of Nutrition
- Characterize and discuss food and quality of food
- Course Requirements and Grading:
- Quizzes, exercises, technical reports, oral presentation of reports
- Examination (40%)
- Other Requirements (20%)
History of Nutrition in the Philippines
- FOURTH PERIOD (1960 UP TO PRESENT):
- 1974: National Nutrition Council created under the office of the President
- 1977: PD 1286 (The Nutrition and Dietetics Decree of 1977)
- 1978: PD 1956 proclaimed to further strengthen Nutrition Program of the country
- THIRD PERIOD (WORLD WAR II TO 1960):
- 1947: Philippine Institute of Nutrition (PIN) established
- 1958: PIN transferred to DOH and renamed Food and Nutrition Research Center (FNRC)
- 1959: Nutrition Foundation Philippines (NFP) established
Historical Highlights of Nutrition in the Philippines
- THIRD PERIOD (WORLD WAR II TO 1960):
- 1947: series of experiments on beri-beri initiated by Salcedo and co-workers
- R.A. 832- “Rice Enrichment Law” was passed
- FOURTH PERIOD (1960 UP TO PRESENT):
- 1960: National Coordinating Council on Foods and Nutrition (NCCFN) established
- 1968: Malnutrition Ward was established by Dr. F. Solon at Southern Island Hospital in Cebu
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Test your knowledge on the classification of food based on different properties and scales of operation, as well as characteristics of food quality such as sensory quality, nutritional quality, and anti-nutritional factors.
