Health Research in the Media

Health Research in the Media Watch the TED talk video by Ben Goldacre on Epidemiology.  Q1: Then discuss the accuracy of health research reports that appear in the media. How does media distort evidence. (200 word Minimum)  Q2: How accurate are the blindingly obvious nutrition claims? (150 word minimum) Q3: What are the subtle tricks … Read more

Nutrition discussion 2

  In your opinion, do you think the general public understands the different roles of carbohydrates, protein, fat, and vitamins in our body? Why or why not? Do you think it is ignorance or apathy (or both)? 3. What factors do you think most greatly influence our nutritional decisions (i.e. taste, convenience, nutritional needs, brand-names, … Read more

Nutrition and Weight Status

Nutrition and Weight Status          Review all the materials discussed in this and the preceding module. After reading the information and guidelines, discuss why nutrition and weight status are important for health. Post one reference you used for the evidence-based information you are discussing. with substantial details that demonstrate an understanding of the concepts and critical … Read more

Food and Growth

Want kids to learn well? Feed them well | Sam Kass Question: What can we do as a society to improve our future generations diet?(Minimum 100 word each) Question: Why is food sustainability important? (Minimum 100 word each) Food Security| The Lexicon of Sustainability | PBS Food Question: What are some possible solutions to hunger … Read more

Nutrition

 Topic-Macronutrients and Their Impact  Create a PowerPoint presentation of no less than 12 slides total including Title and reference page that reflect your understanding of the three macronutrients discussed in this module: Carbohydrates, Lipids, and Proteins. Be creative! Each slide should include information about each macronutrient. Definition of the macronutrient inclusive of its function and … Read more

Nutrition and Health

What are various methods of dietary assessment? give 3 example and explain (minimum 200 word each for each assessment) What are the main nutrition-related concerns during childhood and adolescence? (minimum 200 words) What are the effects of TV on children’s health outcomes?effects based on poor and obese family and effects on healthy and wealthy living … Read more

Reflection

Nutrition Think about your own nutrition and diet. If you were asked to give yourself a rating from 1 to 5, with 5 representing the most “healthy eater,” what number would you give yourself? If your rating was 4 -5, what are you eating and doing with regard to your nutrition that reflects this rating? … Read more

Lesson 9 Engagement Activity

1. Your friend is on a weight loss diet. She consumes 1600 calories/day and to date has lost 10 pounds (over the past two months). You invite her to your place for a home cooked dinner. She typically consumes 600 calories for dinner. Prepare a 600-calorie healthy meal for her using the calorie from Calories.info … Read more

topic 4

 TOPIC 4: Outcomes associated with nutritional status: What associations exist between nutritional status and health outcomes? Example Studies: Role of nutritional status in predicting quality of life outcomes in cancer – a systematic review of the literature Nutritional support for liver disease