Diets

Facebook, Instagram, and other forms of social media collectively. A Digital Diet was just what I needed in order to cut back on my dependence, on what others might call an “addiction to”, social media. Growing up with technology it is easy for current the generation to allow social media to control their daily lives, but it is possible to steer away from that dependence. A Digital Diet is very similar to a food diet. I am restricting myself from the consumption of social media and pretty much…

The Government 's diet In the past couple of years, the U.S. government has been slowly but surely, regulating the food that we can eat. This is especially true in schools across the country. The more years that past, the more the government is trying to change the what people eat. They are starting first in children’s schools to prevent kids from being obese. Some say they need even stricter regulations and some say less. There are pros and cons to each side of this argument. Regulations help…

Hello, Mrs. Patricia Williams, I am Kaneisha Tucker your very own professional nutritionist. Today, I would be analyzing your diet, I will being making sure that you are getting the proper intake of all the important nutrients. As I begin to analyze the food that you have been eating, I would first like to say that you have not been making too many healthy choices when it comes to food. I will first start with the macronutrients, which are proteins, carbohydrates, and fats. Starting with…

Through out this semester we have been given different concepts and theories to promote better health and diet regulations. We have received historical evidence about the foods we consume and encouraging information to promote the importance of preparation and how it affects our wellbeing. Food preparation and the way it is served has quickly transitioned from slow farm cooking, to industrialized fast food. Originally, food was valued amongst many families and cultures across the globe. It was…

It’s not hard for an individual to go out for dinner with friend and not take into consideration any health choices they’re about to make. Although some fat in a diet is essential for good health, “foods made with solid fats provide abundant energy, but few if any essential nutrients, they contribute to weight gain and make it difficult to meet nutrient needs” (Whitney & Rolfes, 2013, p. 147). As a nutrition expert at the table, I will need to make several recommendations about how the meal just…

In the writing of our book, The Mindful Diet, we set out to help people change or "transform their relationship with food" No small task given that most of us don't realize there is anything wrong with our food relationship. However, if our goal is to live a long and healthful life, and to age to the best of our ability, we need to take a closer look at this relationship that has evolved between our food supply and us. The relationship between humans and their food marks 2.5 million years and…

Diet & Nutrition Maintaining the health of nurses is essential to ensure that they can continue to provide optimal healthcare for others. Thus, we plan to implement a program addressing concerns in diet and nutrition, to encourage the healthy eating behaviours of nurses so that they may maintain their health and wellness. As healthcare professionals, nurses face certain risk factors for unhealthy dietary behaviours and obesity. These risk factors may include irregular meal schedules, long…

Diets are influential of growth quality and leave imprints on enamel. Consumed substances can have selective effects on different regions of each particular tooth. This can be seen by looking at the topographical variances that are caused by mastication patterns from diets. Mastication forces are applied more heavily in certain areas, where areas of greater thickness endure greater mastication forces. Average enamel thickness, determined with more precise measurements, gave more detailed…

many people have made at least a mental list of areas they’d like to improve upon in the new year, even it they haven’t declared them to be “New Year’s Resolutions.” Maybe you want to shake up your exercise routine, drop a few pounds, adopt a new diet, get a new job or take more vacations. But what about resolutions for your dog. No we’re not talking about chasing more squirrels, only chewing designer shoes, or scoring more treats. Out with the old and in with the new is a great time to…

Is it really the luck of the Irish or do they just recognize the importance of foods high in fiber? There really is no luck involved. It's an awareness of the overall health benefits of a high fiber diet. The most typical dish common to all of our March menus is corned beef and cabbage. Delicious, but enjoy it with a sprinkling of advice from Fiberlady. With all due respect to Irish culture and tradition, Fiberlady must stay true to her mission. Opt for high fiber foods. St. Patrick's Day is…