Dietary fiber

proven to help avoid excess weight gain. Staying within an ideal calorie range is vital for achieving and maintaining a healthy weight. Use fruits, vegetables, lean protein and whole grains to replace high-fat, high-calorie foods. The fiber found in fruits,…

Gasmalla et al Trop J Pharm Res, January 2014;13 (1): 61 Tropical Journal of Pharmaceutical Research January 2014; 13 (1): 61-65 ISSN: 1596-5996 (print); 1596-9827 (electronic) © Pharmacotherapy Group, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Benin, Benin City, 300001 Nigeria. All rights reserved. Available online at http://www.tjpr.org http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/tjpr.v13i1.9 Original Research Article Nutritional Composition of Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni Leaf: Effect of Drying Method Mohammed Abdalbasit…

Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a term used to describe a medical condition comprised of severalcomorbidities including central obesity, dyslipidemia, hypertension, insulin resistance, glucoseintolerance, and inflammation. Through the use of various dietary and supplement changes, Ican help my patients make positive changes regarding these comorbidities and therefore helpthem reverse or prevent their diagnosis of MetS.An Energy Restricted DietA diet that restricts caloric intake can lead to a…

Health Organization states that about one-third of American citizens are obese or severely overweight. Consequently, an increasing number of adults and children alike are suffering the effects of obesity from diabetes to heart disease. Americans dietary choices directly impact the health of the people. Conversely, the Chinese community sees a very much less prevalence of overweight members of their society. A study published by the World Health Organization stated that only about eighteen…

1. Identify and discuss potential factors related to the oral cavity that may impede the process of digestion of food. What dietary changes would facilitate food intake for those with oral cavity problems? A common problem that may impede this process is hyposalivation. This may occur for many different reasons, including dehydration and use of certain medications (Division of Oral Medicine and Dentistry, n.d. para. 3). One result of hyposalivation is a reduced output of enzymes and hence a…

the nutrients I was lacking for this written portion. To meet the recommended dietary allowances for my daily nutrition I would need to incorporate a larger variety of foods that are rich in the vitamins and minerals that I am missing. 1. Fiber: In regards to fiber, this vitamin is important to the body because it helps to lower blood cholesterol and glucose levels, along with improving digestive health. To boost my fiber intake, I would incorporate foods such as spinach,…

Nutrition Facts Label in 2018. The 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends consuming no more than 10 percent of daily calories from added sugars The ingredients are listed by weight. This means that the higher an ingredient is on the list, the more it contains the product. Do not buy products that have listed sugar as one of the first ingredients. Try to buy high-fiber foods as much as possible. On average women need to consume 25 grams of fiber while men need to consume 38…

manual impaction checks. EGD and Colonoscopy was not indicated. Diagnostic fecal occult blood test on 03-10-17 was negative. He has an active diagnosis of Constipation for what he takes Miralax 17G QAM and docusate sodium 100mg QHS. Dietary measures includes High fiber, Fruit butter, and Flaxseeds mix with cereal at breakfast. Current supports have been effective. Supports were effective. Dental-High risk Goal: During the…

Commercially produced foods generally are high in refined sugar and saturated fats and low in micronutrients and fiber. Prepared commercial foods may deter families from eating meals together. Given the challenges associated with obesity in children there have been many effective prevention strategies such as whole-of-school and community based programs…

Coconut sugar has impressive amounts of nutrients like zinc, potassium, magnesium, and iron as well as antioxidants when compared with regular table sugar and brown sugar. Coconut sugar also contains good amounts of prebiotic inulin, a type of dietary fiber that support gut health, colon cancer prevention, blood sugar balance and immunity.…