Nutrition is the science that interprets the interaction of nutrients and other substances in food in relation to maintenance, growth, reproduction, health and disease of an organism. It includes food intake, absorption, assimilation, biosynthesis, catabolism and excretion. I have enjoyed being able to learn about the many ways that our bodies function; in addition, to the vast amounts of nutritional requirements to allow the body to function at its best. Being healthy can be considered an integral part of living a fulfilling life. However, for some selecting the healthier option is sometimes easier said than done.
According to the most recent data, adult obesity rates now exceed 35 percent in four states, 30 percent in 25 states and are above …show more content…
My main focus was to lose weight within a healthy amount of time.
In the beginning of the semester, we took a quiz to rate our diets. The diet quiz revealed that I am a "Diet Decision Maker". In general, this meant that I am aware of healthier food items and I generally choose to eat them, but I do indulge in a few unhealthy things every now and then. I am a healthcare professional, so I deal with nutrition on a daily basis. I try to make health conscious decisions in my everyday life, but I sometimes seem to fall short. The results from the quiz mentioned that moderation is the key to success and I could not agree more. Too much of anything can be harmful and when I get really hungry I tend to over do it. I found my results from the quiz to be extremely accurate, so I was not surprised at the results that I received. To improve my score I planned to eat healthier foods on a more consistent basis. I made a commitment to myself to attempt to cook more because sometimes the most convenient things are not the healthiest or least expensive.
Diabetes is also a potential risk factor for me because it runs in my family and I can …show more content…
Regularly consuming fast food that is high in sodium and cholesterol can cause damage to the cardiovascular system.
Cholesterol can clog the arteries, increasing the risk of having a heart attack or stroke. High levels of sodium from fries, sodas or enriched meat products will increase your blood pressure, which can also increase the risk of heart attack or stroke over time. As the cardiovascular system is weakened it can be difficult to perform physical activities that will allows one to maintain his or her health.
The liver has multiple functions. It makes many of the chemicals required by the body to function normally, it breaks down and detoxifies substances in the body, and it also acts as a storage unit. The liver is one of the vital organs of the body, responsible for hundreds of chemical actions that the body needs to survive. It is also a gland because it secretes chemicals that are used by other parts of the body. For these reasons the liver is both an organ and a gland; in fact, it is the largest internal organ in the body. Though it is not as frequently discussed, liver damage is a significant risk associated with consuming fast food. Junk food is often filled
According to the most recent data, adult obesity rates now exceed 35 percent in four states, 30 percent in 25 states and are above …show more content…
My main focus was to lose weight within a healthy amount of time.
In the beginning of the semester, we took a quiz to rate our diets. The diet quiz revealed that I am a "Diet Decision Maker". In general, this meant that I am aware of healthier food items and I generally choose to eat them, but I do indulge in a few unhealthy things every now and then. I am a healthcare professional, so I deal with nutrition on a daily basis. I try to make health conscious decisions in my everyday life, but I sometimes seem to fall short. The results from the quiz mentioned that moderation is the key to success and I could not agree more. Too much of anything can be harmful and when I get really hungry I tend to over do it. I found my results from the quiz to be extremely accurate, so I was not surprised at the results that I received. To improve my score I planned to eat healthier foods on a more consistent basis. I made a commitment to myself to attempt to cook more because sometimes the most convenient things are not the healthiest or least expensive.
Diabetes is also a potential risk factor for me because it runs in my family and I can …show more content…
Regularly consuming fast food that is high in sodium and cholesterol can cause damage to the cardiovascular system.
Cholesterol can clog the arteries, increasing the risk of having a heart attack or stroke. High levels of sodium from fries, sodas or enriched meat products will increase your blood pressure, which can also increase the risk of heart attack or stroke over time. As the cardiovascular system is weakened it can be difficult to perform physical activities that will allows one to maintain his or her health.
The liver has multiple functions. It makes many of the chemicals required by the body to function normally, it breaks down and detoxifies substances in the body, and it also acts as a storage unit. The liver is one of the vital organs of the body, responsible for hundreds of chemical actions that the body needs to survive. It is also a gland because it secretes chemicals that are used by other parts of the body. For these reasons the liver is both an organ and a gland; in fact, it is the largest internal organ in the body. Though it is not as frequently discussed, liver damage is a significant risk associated with consuming fast food. Junk food is often filled