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Which of the following is a water-soluble vitamin?

  • Vitamin B-12 (correct)
  • Vitamin A
  • Vitamin D
  • Vitamin E

    • What is the general characteristic of vitamins?

  • Non-caloric (correct)
  • Not essential for health
  • Only needed in large amounts
  • High in calories

    • Which function is NOT associated with vitamins?

  • Blood sugar regulation (correct)
  • Energy metabolism
  • Protein synthesis
  • Immune function

    • Which vitamin is classified as fat-soluble?

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

    Which vitamin functions as an antioxidant and is found in seeds?

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

    What is the main function of Vitamin K?

    <p>Production of blood-clotting factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vitamin is essential for vision, reproduction, cellular growth, and the immune system?

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

    Which vitamin is important for bone health and reducing the risk of chronic disease?

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

    What is the main function of water-soluble vitamins?

    <p>Easily absorbed and excreted</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do fat-soluble vitamins require for absorption?

    <p>Fat and bile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cooking methods help conserve vitamins in vegetables?

    <p>Steaming and stir-frying</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of antioxidants in protecting cells?

    <p>Giving up electrons to free radicals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does vitamin bioavailability refer to?

    <p>The amount of vitamin available for use by the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors influence the bioavailability of vitamins?

    <p>GI transit time, health conditions affecting fat absorption, food processing and preparation techniques, and the source of the vitamin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of adding iron, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, and folic acid to refined grains called?

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

    Where is Vitamin D found?

    <p>Animal foods, plant foods, and produced in the skin with UV exposure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the factors influencing calcium absorption?

    <p>Vitamin D, stomach acid, and lactose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers the secretion of parathyroid hormone?

    <p>Low blood calcium levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age is peak bone mass achieved?

    <p>20-22 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are modifiable risk factors for osteoporosis?

    <p>Low estrogen or testosterone levels, inadequate calcium and vitamin D intake, physical inactivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are water's key functions in human health?

    <p>Serving as a solvent, transporting substances, regulating body temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is water balance regulated?

    <p>Metabolic water, food, and drink intake, expired air, perspiration, sweat, urine output, and feces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What stimulates kidneys to conserve water?

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

    What are signs of water toxicity?

    <p>Headache, muscle weakness, confusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is hyponatremia?

    <p>Low blood sodium due to excessive water intake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are common signs of dehydration?

    <p>Rapid weight loss, dry mouth, low urine output</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vitamin is associated with classic signs of ariboflavinosis, including glossitis and cheilosis?

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

    What is a potential toxicity concern associated with high doses of niacin?

    <p>Flushing of skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vitamin is important for the maintenance of myelin sheaths and is associated with nerve damage if deficient?

    <p>Vitamin B-12</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a concern with excessive folate intake?

    <p>Stimulates cancer cell growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which population is at risk for vitamin B-12 deficiency?

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

    What is the main function of folate in the body?

    <p>DNA synthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended folate intake for women of childbearing potential?

    <p>400 mug/day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vitamin is associated with the condition known as scurvy?

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

    What is a potential symptom of excessive vitamin B-12 intake?

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

    What can healthcare facilities test blood homocysteine levels for?

    <p>Folate deficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vitamin requires intrinsic factors for absorption and has decreased levels with age?

    <p>Vitamin B-12</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the classic signs of ariboflavinosis?

    <p>Glossitis, cheilosis, skin rash</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the healthy body fat percentages for males and females?

    <p>13-21% for men and 23-31% for women</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does waist circumference assess in terms of obesity?

    <p>Central obesity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which shape is more likely for males according to the text?

    <p>Apple shape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does energy balance dictate?

    <p>A person should maintain body weight if energy intake equals energy expenditure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the four components of energy output according to the text?

    <p>Basal metabolism, physical activity, thermic effect of food, non-exercise activity thermogenesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is basal metabolic rate (BMR)?

    <p>The minimum energy the body uses for vital activities at complete rest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors increase BMR according to the text?

    <p>Growth and very low-calorie diets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is BMR calculated according to the text?

    <p>Using a formula based on gender and body weight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contributes to 5-10% of total energy output according to the text?

    <p>Thermic effect of food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does NEAT (non-exercise activity thermogenesis) include?

    <p>Involuntary skeletal muscle activities like fidgeting, shivering, and body posture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors influence body weight according to the text?

    <p>Internal, individual, community, local, and global factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of fat-soluble vitamins?

    <p>Act as antioxidants and support vision, reproduction, cellular growth, and immune function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of water-soluble vitamins?

    <p>Support energy metabolism and play a role in amino acid metabolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some reasons why vitamins are important to health?

    <p>Regulate body processes, support growth and development, and act as antioxidants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some general characteristics of vitamins?

    <p>They are essential nutrients and needed in only small amounts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers the secretion of parathyroid hormone?

    <p>Low blood calcium levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are signs of water toxicity?

    <p>Headache, muscle weakness, confusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of water-soluble vitamins?

    <p>Participating in chemical reactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of adding iron, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, and folic acid to refined grains called?

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

    What stimulates kidneys to conserve water?

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

    What contributes to 5-10% of total energy output according to the text?

    <p>Metabolic water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is hyponatremia?

    <p>Low blood sodium due to excessive water intake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the factors influencing calcium absorption?

    <p>Vitamin D, stomach acid, lactose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does NEAT (non-exercise activity thermogenesis) include?

    <p>Daily activities like standing and walking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the modifiable risk factors for osteoporosis?

    <p>Low estrogen levels, physical inactivity, excessive alcohol consumption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age is peak bone mass achieved?

    <p>20-22 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the healthy body fat percentages for males and females?

    <p>Males: 15-20%, Females: 20-25%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vitamin is crucial for the production of blood-clotting factors?

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

    Which vitamin is found in animal and plant sources and is essential for vision, reproduction, and cellular growth?

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

    Which vitamin functions as an antioxidant and is found in seeds?

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

    Which vitamin is important for bone health and reducing the risk of chronic disease?

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

    Which vitamin is easily absorbed and excreted, and needs to be consumed regularly to prevent deficiency?

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

    Which vitamin is associated with classic signs of ariboflavinosis, including glossitis and cheilosis?

    <p>Vitamin B2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vitamin is crucial for the maintenance of myelin sheaths and is associated with nerve damage if deficient?

    <p>Vitamin B12</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vitamin is important for the production of blood-clotting factors and is found in dark leafy greens?

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

    Which vitamin is found in animal foods, plant foods, and is produced in the skin with UV exposure?

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

    Which vitamin is associated with the condition known as scurvy?

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

    Which vitamin is essential for vision, reproduction, cellular growth, and the immune system?

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

    Which vitamin is crucial for the production of blood-clotting factors and is found in Brussels sprouts?

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

    What are the healthy body fat percentages for males and females, respectively?

    <p>13-21% for men and 23-31% for women</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does waist circumference assess in terms of obesity?

    <p>Extra fat in the abdominal area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the four components of energy output according to the text?

    <p>Basal metabolism, physical activity, thermic effect of food, and non-exercise activity thermogenesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum energy the body uses for vital activities at complete rest called?

    <p>Basal metabolic rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contributes to 5-10% of total energy output and refers to the energy required to digest, absorb, and metabolize nutrients?

    <p>Thermic effect of food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does NEAT (non-exercise activity thermogenesis) include?

    <p>Involuntary skeletal muscle activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors influence energy expenditure during physical activity?

    <p>Type, duration, intensity, and body weight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the factors influencing body weight according to the text?

    <p>Internal factors (genes, hormones), individual factors (food, psychology, exercise, stress), community factors (supports, beliefs), local factors (food economy, health systems), and global factors (chemical waste, global food economy)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of waist circumference in assessing android obesity?

    <p>Indicating extra fat in the abdominal area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the thermic effect of food?

    <p>To digest, absorb, and metabolize nutrients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors can increase basal metabolic rate (BMR) according to the text?

    <p>Growth, very low-calorie diets, exercise, and stimulant drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the healthy body fat percentages for males and females, respectively?

    <p>13-21% for men and 23-31% for women</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the classic signs of ariboflavinosis?

    <p>Glossitis, Cheilosis, Skin rash, Confusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the potential concern with excessive folate intake?

    <p>May stimulate cancer cell growth, 'masks' vitamin B-12 deficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the functions of vitamin B-12?

    <p>Coenzyme for cellular processes, folate and homocysteine metabolism, maintenance of myelin sheaths</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the key vitamins involved in energy metabolism?

    <p>Niacin, Pantothenic acid, Vitamin B-6</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the high doses of niacin used for?

    <p>Treating high cholesterol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of folate in the body?

    <p>Coenzyme THFA, DNA synthesis, Homocysteine metabolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the potential symptom of excessive vitamin B-12 intake?

    <p>Nerve damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the food sources of folate?

    <p>Papaya, beef liver, Broccoli, Asparagus, grains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the deficiencies and symptoms associated with scurvy?

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

    What is the importance of vitamin B-12 in the body?

    <p>Coenzymes for cellular processes, folate and homocysteine metabolism, maintenance of myelin sheaths</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the potential toxicity concern associated with high doses of niacin?

    <p>Flushing of skin, GI upset</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a water-soluble vitamin?

    <p>Vitamin B-12</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of Vitamin K?

    <p>Blood clotting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vitamin is important for vision, reproduction, cellular growth, and the immune system?

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

    What are some of the reasons why vitamins are important to health?

    <p>Support immune function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers the secretion of calcitonin?

    <p>High blood calcium levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor influencing calcium absorption?

    <p>Stomach acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age is peak bone mass typically achieved?

    <p>20-22 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the modifiable risk factors for osteoporosis?

    <p>Low calcium and vitamin D intake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of water is the typical adult male/female body composed of?

    <p>60%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the key functions of water in human health?

    <p>Maintaining proper blood pH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What regulates water balance in the body?

    <p>ADH stimulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are signs of water toxicity?

    <p>Muscle weakness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are common signs of dehydration?

    <p>Sunken eyes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What stimulates kidneys to conserve water and sodium?

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

    What is a potential symptom of excessive water intake?

    <p>Dark urine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of low blood sodium due to excessive water intake?

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

    Which vitamin is crucial for the production of blood-clotting factors and is found in dark leafy greens, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, and asparagus?

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

    Which vitamin is important for vision, reproduction, cellular growth, and the immune system and is found in animal and plant sources?

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

    Which vitamin functions as an antioxidant and is found in seeds, with deficiency being rare and toxicity not commonly from foods?

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

    Which vitamin is important for bone health, the immune system, and reducing the risk of chronic disease, and is found in animal foods, plant foods, and is produced in the skin with UV exposure?

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

    Which type of vitamins are easily absorbed and excreted, need to be consumed regularly to prevent deficiency, and are actively exchanged in tissues?

    <p>Water-soluble vitamins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vitamin is essential for vision, reproduction, cellular growth, and the immune system?

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

    Which vitamin is crucial for the production of blood-clotting factors?

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

    Which vitamin is important for bone health and reducing the risk of chronic disease?

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

    Which type of vitamins require fat and bile for absorption and are concentrated and stored in tissues, with toxicity and deficiencies being concerns?

    <p>Fat-soluble vitamins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vitamins include E and C, selenium, and beta-carotene as antioxidants?

    <p>Vitamins E and C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vitamin is found in animal and plant sources and is important for vision, reproduction, cellular growth, and the immune system?

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

    Which vitamin is important for the maintenance of myelin sheaths and is associated with nerve damage if deficient?

    <p>Vitamin B-12</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vitamin is associated with the condition known as ariboflavinosis, including glossitis, cheilosis, and skin rash?

    <p>Vitamin B-2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the daily recommended intake of folate for women of childbearing potential?

    <p>400 mug/day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which population is at risk for vitamin B-12 deficiency, leading to megaloblastic anemia, pernicious anemia, and nerve damage?

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

    What are the classic signs of ariboflavinosis?

    <p>Glossitis, cheilosis, skin rash</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the potential concern with excessive folate intake?

    <p>May stimulate cancer cell growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vitamin is important for the maintenance of myelin sheaths and is associated with potential toxicity concerns such as flushing of skin and GI upset?

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

    What are the key vitamins in energy metabolism?

    <p>Niacin, Pantothenic acid, Vitamin B-6</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vitamin is crucial for the production of blood-clotting factors and is found in dark leafy greens?

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

    What is the potential symptom of excessive vitamin B-12 intake?

    <p>Nerve damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of water-soluble vitamins?

    <p>Coenzyme participation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the functions of folate in the body?

    <p>DNA synthesis, homocysteine metabolism, coenzyme THFA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers the secretion of parathyroid hormone?

    <p>Low blood calcium levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the range of healthy body fat percentages for men?

    <p>10-18%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does waist circumference assess in terms of obesity?

    <p>Android obesity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor increases basal metabolic rate (BMR)?

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

    What contributes to 5-10% of total energy output?

    <p>Thermic effect of food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NEAT (non-exercise activity thermogenesis) primarily composed of?

    <p>Involuntary muscle activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the factors influencing energy expenditure during physical activity?

    <p>Type, duration, intensity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum energy the body uses for vital activities at complete rest?

    <p>Basal metabolic rate (BMR)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the four components of energy output?

    <p>BMR, physical activity, thermic effect of food, NEAT</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the range of healthy body fat percentages for women?

    <p>20-30%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What dictates that if energy intake equals energy expenditure, a person should maintain their body weight?

    <p>Energy balance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can waist circumference assess in terms of obesity?

    <p>Central obesity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor influencing calcium absorption?

    <p>Vitamin D intake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Nutrition and Health Summary

    • Factors influencing calcium absorption include vitamin D, stomach acid, and lactose, while factors decreasing absorption include vitamin D deficiency and high fiber intake.
    • Insufficient calcium intake leads to the body taking calcium from the bone marrow.
    • Low blood calcium levels trigger the secretion of parathyroid hormone, while high levels trigger the secretion of calcitonin.
    • Peak bone mass is achieved around 20-22 years and decreases after 26-30, with a steeper decline in females due to menopause.
    • Modifiable risk factors for osteoporosis include anorexia nervosa, low estrogen or testosterone levels, inadequate calcium and vitamin D intake, certain medications, physical inactivity, smoking, and excessive alcohol consumption.
    • Recommendations for osteoporosis risk include regular exercise, sufficient calcium and vitamin D intake, and refraining from smoking and excessive alcohol consumption.
    • The typical adult male/female is approximately 60% water, with males having a higher percentage due to more muscle content.
    • Water's key functions in human health include serving as a solvent, transporting substances, regulating body temperature, aiding digestion, participating in chemical reactions, and maintaining proper blood pH.
    • Water balance is regulated through metabolic water, food, and drink intake as well as through expired air, perspiration, sweat, urine output, and feces.
    • ADH stimulates kidneys to conserve water, while renin/angiotensin/aldosterone constricts blood vessels and stimulates kidneys to conserve water and sodium.
    • Signs of water toxicity include headache, muscle weakness, and confusion, while hyponatremia is low blood sodium due to excessive water intake.
    • Common signs of dehydration include rapid weight loss, dry mouth, low urine output, dark urine, no tears, sunken eyes, vomiting/diarrhea, and thirst as a late indicator.

    Understanding Body Weight and Weight Management

    • Healthy body fat percentages for males and females vary: 13-21% for men and 23-31% for women.
    • Waist circumference can assess android obesity, indicating extra fat in the abdominal area, which increases disease risk.
    • Males are more likely to have an "apple" shape (central obesity) while females are more likely to have a "pear" shape (lower body obesity).
    • Energy balance dictates that if energy intake equals energy expenditure, a person should maintain their body weight.
    • The four components of energy output are basal metabolism, physical activity, thermic effect of food, and non-exercise activity thermogenesis.
    • Basal metabolic rate (BMR) is the minimum energy the body uses for vital activities at complete rest.
    • Factors increasing BMR include growth, very low-calorie diets, exercise, and stimulant drugs, while aging and insufficient thyroid hormone decrease BMR.
    • BMR can be calculated using specific formulas based on gender and body weight.
    • Factors influencing energy expenditure during physical activity include the type, duration, intensity, and the person's weight.
    • The thermic effect of food contributes to 5-10% of total energy output and refers to the energy required to digest, absorb, and metabolize nutrients.
    • NEAT (non-exercise activity thermogenesis) includes involuntary skeletal muscle activities like fidgeting, shivering, and body posture.
    • Factors influencing body weight include internal factors (genes, hormones), individual factors (food, psychology, exercise, stress), community factors (supports, beliefs), local factors (food economy, health systems), and global factors (chemical waste, global food economy).

    Vitamins and Minerals: Functions and Deficiencies

    • Key vitamins in energy metabolism: Niacin, Pantothenic acid, Vitamin B-6
    • Deficiencies and symptoms: Scurvy (Vitamin C), Beriberi (Thiamin), Pellagra (Niacin), Neural tube defects (Folate), Megaloblastic anemia (Folate, B-12), Pernicious anemia (B-12), nerve damage (B-12)
    • Classic signs of ariboflavinosis: Glossitis, Cheilosis, Skin rash, Confusion, headaches
    • High doses of niacin: Used for treating high cholesterol, potential toxicity concerns include flushing of skin, GI upset
    • Functions of folate: Coenzyme THFA, DNA synthesis, Homocysteine metabolism
    • Healthcare facilities testing for blood homocysteine levels: Checks for B-12 or folate deficiency
    • Food sources of folate: Papaya, beef liver, Broccoli, Asparagus, grains
    • Folate intake for women of childbearing potential: 400 mug/day
    • Concerns with excessive folate intake: May stimulate cancer cell growth, "masks" vitamin B-12 deficiency
    • Importance of vitamin B-12: Coenzymes for cellular processes, folate and homocysteine metabolism, maintenance of myelin sheaths
    • B-12 absorption and levels: Requires intrinsic factors secreted in the stomach, levels decrease with age
    • Populations at risk for B-12 deficiency: Vegans, Elderly, Gastritis, leading to megaloblastic anemia, pernicious anemia, nerve damage

    Vitamins and Minerals: Functions and Deficiencies

    • Key vitamins in energy metabolism: Niacin, Pantothenic acid, Vitamin B-6
    • Deficiencies and symptoms: Scurvy (Vitamin C), Beriberi (Thiamin), Pellagra (Niacin), Neural tube defects (Folate), Megaloblastic anemia (Folate, B-12), Pernicious anemia (B-12), nerve damage (B-12)
    • Classic signs of ariboflavinosis: Glossitis, Cheilosis, Skin rash, Confusion, headaches
    • High doses of niacin: Used for treating high cholesterol, potential toxicity concerns include flushing of skin, GI upset
    • Functions of folate: Coenzyme THFA, DNA synthesis, Homocysteine metabolism
    • Healthcare facilities testing for blood homocysteine levels: Checks for B-12 or folate deficiency
    • Food sources of folate: Papaya, beef liver, Broccoli, Asparagus, grains
    • Folate intake for women of childbearing potential: 400 mug/day
    • Concerns with excessive folate intake: May stimulate cancer cell growth, "masks" vitamin B-12 deficiency
    • Importance of vitamin B-12: Coenzymes for cellular processes, folate and homocysteine metabolism, maintenance of myelin sheaths
    • B-12 absorption and levels: Requires intrinsic factors secreted in the stomach, levels decrease with age
    • Populations at risk for B-12 deficiency: Vegans, Elderly, Gastritis, leading to megaloblastic anemia, pernicious anemia, nerve damage

    Understanding Body Weight and Weight Management

    • Healthy body fat percentages for males and females vary: 13-21% for men and 23-31% for women.
    • Waist circumference can assess android obesity, indicating extra fat in the abdominal area, which increases disease risk.
    • Males are more likely to have an "apple" shape (central obesity) while females are more likely to have a "pear" shape (lower body obesity).
    • Energy balance dictates that if energy intake equals energy expenditure, a person should maintain their body weight.
    • The four components of energy output are basal metabolism, physical activity, thermic effect of food, and non-exercise activity thermogenesis.
    • Basal metabolic rate (BMR) is the minimum energy the body uses for vital activities at complete rest.
    • Factors increasing BMR include growth, very low-calorie diets, exercise, and stimulant drugs, while aging and insufficient thyroid hormone decrease BMR.
    • BMR can be calculated using specific formulas based on gender and body weight.
    • Factors influencing energy expenditure during physical activity include the type, duration, intensity, and the person's weight.
    • The thermic effect of food contributes to 5-10% of total energy output and refers to the energy required to digest, absorb, and metabolize nutrients.
    • NEAT (non-exercise activity thermogenesis) includes involuntary skeletal muscle activities like fidgeting, shivering, and body posture.
    • Factors influencing body weight include internal factors (genes, hormones), individual factors (food, psychology, exercise, stress), community factors (supports, beliefs), local factors (food economy, health systems), and global factors (chemical waste, global food economy).

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