Nutrition and Health Introduction
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Which of the following risk factors is attributed to cancer deaths globally and specifically in low- and middle-income countries?

  • Low fruit and vegetable intake (correct)
  • High protein diet
  • Excessive sun exposure
  • Overweight and obesity

    • What percentage of cancer deaths in 2001 was attributed to the nine major risk factors identified?

  • 25%
  • 45%
  • 55%
  • 35% (correct)

    • In high-income countries, which of the following is NOT identified as a major risk factor for cancer?

  • Alcohol use
  • Low physical activity (correct)
  • Overweight and obesity
  • Smoking

    • Which combination of risk factors is common to both low/middle-income and high-income countries?

    <p>Alcohol use and low fruit consumption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the source of the data linking cancer deaths to major risk factors?

    <p>Lancet, Vol 366, 19 Nov 05</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between nutrition and lifespan?

    <p>Good nutrition is related to improved health and a longer lifespan.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions is NOT commonly associated with obesity?

    <p>Vision impairment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the biggest predictor of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM)?

    <p>Body Mass Index (BMI)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some consequences of obesity?

    <p>Hormonal abnormalities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a psychosocial consequence of obesity?

    <p>Social isolation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does good nutrition impact health?

    <p>It reduces the likelihood of developing heart disease.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following health issues is directly linked to obesity through increased BMI?

    <p>Stroke</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major trend in dietary intake worldwide?

    <p>Rising consumption of processed foods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is categorized as a nutrition-unresponsive disease?

    <p>Cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is a prime example of a nutrition-responsiveness disease?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What disease is associated with poor resistance to disease?

    <p>Vitamin deficiencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disease is NOT listed under nutrition-responsiveness diseases?

    <p>Sickle-cell anaemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following diseases is primarily linked to nutrition interactions?

    <p>Adult bone loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common result of diabetes and hypertension?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding nutrition-responsiveness diseases?

    <p>They include both qualitative and quantitative nutritional issues.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions does NOT represent a form of nutritional deficiency?

    <p>Sickle-cell anaemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many focus areas of Healthy People 2020 are related to food and nutrition?

    <p>21</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which focus area specifically addresses Diabetes in Healthy People 2020?

    <p>8</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of health issues can be attributed to lifestyle factors according to the content?

    <p>50%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which focus area deals with Mental Health and Mental Disorders?

    <p>28</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus area number that addresses Nutrition and Weight Status?

    <p>29</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which focus area is concerned with Food Safety?

    <p>14</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What proportion of leading causes of death is attributed to the environment?

    <p>20%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which focus area relates to Occupational Safety and Health?

    <p>30</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Focus area 24 of Healthy People 2020 is dedicated to which topic?

    <p>Injury and Violence Prevention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which risk factor accounts for 10% of the leading causes of death?

    <p>Health care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The focus area addressing Family Planning is numbered:

    <p>13</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus area number for access to health services?

    <p>1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following focus areas is related to Cancer?

    <p>5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What focus area deals with Older Adults?

    <p>31</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of global deaths is attributed to cardiovascular disease?

    <p>30%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors is NOT identified as contributing to 40% of global deaths?

    <p>Unsafe sex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the projected percentage of deaths from cancer in 2005?

    <p>13%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a major modifiable determinant of chronic disease?

    <p>Nutrition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of health objectives does Healthy People 2020 aim to improve?

    <p>Health of all Americans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the percentage of deaths attributed to diabetes mellitus in the global distribution of total deaths?

    <p>2%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chronic condition has the highest percentage of global deaths according to the information provided?

    <p>Cardiovascular diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of global deaths in 2005 were due to communicable, maternal, and perinatal conditions, and nutritional deficiencies combined?

    <p>30%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following respiratory diseases is listed as one of the major causes of death?

    <p>Chronic respiratory diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which lifestyle factor contributes significantly to chronic diseases according to global health reports?

    <p>Nutrition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common risk factor for global deaths?

    <p>High income</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these factors is responsible for chronic non-communicable diseases?

    <p>Poor nutrition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many million people died in 2005 according to global health data?

    <p>58 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which health risk factor is identified as a contributing factor to high blood pressure?

    <p>Obesity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Introduction to Nutrition and Health

    • Good nutrition plays a major role in health and lifespan.
    • There is a relationship between nutrition, health, and lifespan.
    • The global trend shows an increase in chronic diseases related to diet.

    Consequences of Obesity

    • Obesity is a major risk factor for developing chronic diseases.
    • Obesity is a significant predictor of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and type 2 diabetes (T2DM).
    • It can lead to a range of health problems including:
      • Stroke
      • Heart disease
      • Respiratory diseases
      • Gall bladder disease
      • Diabetes
      • Osteoarthritis
      • Cancer
      • Hormonal abnormalities
      • Hyperuricaemia and Gout
      • Psychosocial issues

    Relationship Between Health and Lifespan

    • Health is directly related to lifespan.
    • Good health leads to a longer lifespan, while poor health leads to a shorter lifespan.

    Global Death Statistics

    • The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 40% of global deaths are due to preventable factors.
    • A significant portion of these deaths are related to diet and lifestyle factors, including:
      • Child and maternal underweight
      • High blood pressure
      • Tobacco use
      • Alcohol use
      • High cholesterol
      • Indoor smoke from solid fuels
      • Iron deficiency
      • Overweight and obesity

    Global Death by Cause & Chronic Diseases

    • In 2005, 58 million people died globally, with chronic non-communicable diseases accounting for over 35 million deaths, double the number from infectious diseases.
    • Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death worldwide.
    • Other major causes of death include cancer, chronic respiratory diseases, diabetes mellitus, injuries, and other chronic diseases.

    Nutrition as a Determinant of Disease

    • Nutrition is a major modifiable determinant of chronic diseases.
    • Nutrition plays a crucial role in preventing and managing chronic diseases.

    Healthy People 2020 & Nutrition

    • Healthy People 2020 sets national objectives for improving the health of the US population.
    • 21 out of 42 focus areas of Healthy People 2020 are related to food and nutrition, emphasizing the importance of nutrition in overall health.

    Risk Factors for Leading Causes of Death in the US

    • Major risk factors for leading causes of death include:
      • Lifestyle:
        • Diet
        • Physical activity
        • Drugs, alcohol and smoking
        • Seatbelt use
      • Biology
      • Environment
      • Health care

    Diseases of Nutrition Responsiveness

    • Some diseases are directly influenced by nutrition, while others are not.
    • Diseases that can be affected by diet and nutrition:
      • Anemia
      • Vitamin deficiencies
      • Mineral deficiencies
      • Poor resistance to disease

    Diseases that are not nutritionally responsive:

    • Sickle-cell anemia
    • Hemophilia
    • Adult bone loss (osteoporosis)
    • Cancer
    • Arthritis
    • Diabetes
    • Hypertension
    • Heart disease

    Global Risk Factors for Cancer

    • In 2001, 35% of the 7 million cancer deaths worldwide were attributable to 9 major behavioral and environmental risk factors.
    • The major risk factors for cancer include:
      • Worldwide and in low- and middle-income countries: smoking, alcohol use, and low fruit and vegetable intake
      • In high-income countries: smoking, alcohol use, overweight and obesity.

    Estimated Preventable Deaths in Hong Kong

    • This section of text provides information on the estimated preventable deaths in Hong Kong by cause and major risk factors, but the specific information is redacted.

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    Explore the crucial connections between nutrition and health in this informative quiz. Learn about the impact of obesity on chronic diseases and how health influences lifespan. Test your knowledge on global health statistics and the importance of good nutrition.

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