BIOL 150 Chapter Notes - Chapter 44: Caffeine, Dietitian, Medical Nutrition Therapy
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Chapter 44 vocabulary absorption - intestine is the primary area alternative food patterns - -based on religion, culture, ethics, health beliefs, preference. Zen macrobiotic anthropometry - -measurement system of the size and makeup of the body. Ideal body weight provides and estimate of what a person should weigh. Bmi measures weight corrected for height assessment - -screening a pt is a quick way of identifying malnutrition or risk of malnutrition. Height, weight, weight change, primary diagnosis, comorbidities basal metabolic rate - the energy needed to maintain life-sustaining activities for a specific period of time at rest cancer and cancer treatment - -malignant cells compete with normal cells for nutrients. Anorexia, nausea, vomiting, and taste distortions are common. Encourage small, frequent meals and snacks that are easy to digest carbohydrates - complex and simple saccharides, main source of energy cardiovascular disease - -balance caloric intake and exercise. Eat a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, complex carbs.
