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Module 11 Study Questions GERON 2008: Human Performance, Nutrition, & Aging Chapters 108-15 1. Identify at least 2 food sources for each of the following key or emphasis nutrients: a. Energy Nutrients  Protein: eggs, fish  Fat: peanuts, cheese  Carbohydrates: bread, potatoes b. Fiber: avocado, banana c. Vitamins/Minerals  Vitamin D: egg yolks, beef liver  B-12: fish, chicken  Folic Acid: spinach, oranges  Calcium: milk, cheese  Sodium: salted nuts, frozen dinners 2. What choices for eating for health and performance does a person with diabetes have? a. Low or consistent carbohydrate diets to maintain appropriate sugar levels. Small meals with activity spaced in between. There are many foods rich in vitamins, minerals and fiber that you can make part of your daily eating plan that are good for your health. Some of these include non-starchy vegetables, fruits, legumes, nuts, seeds, and whole grains 3. What about special diets like allergies, gluten intolerance or low sodium – can you still eat for performance? a. Yes, you must pay attention to recommendations for staying on track of these diets and including superfoods within the means, including those high in protein for performance. 4. How do the D.A.S.H. Diet and the Mediterranean Diet (Style of Eating) fit into eating for health? a. They are low in sodium, so they help lower blood pressure and cholesterol. Therefore, encouraging a heart-healthy lifestyle. 5. What is the definition of a “dietary supplement”? a. “a broad range of products: vitamins, minerals, herbs or other botanicals, amino acids, as well as substances such as enzymes, hormones, concentrates, extracts, metabolites, and probiotics”; they are not intended to treat, diagnose, reduce, prevent, or cure disease , and they aren’t regulated in the same way” 6. List at least 3 benefits and 3 risks of vitamin/mineral supplements. 1

Module 11 Study Questions GERON 2008: Human Performance, Nutrition, & Aging a. Risks: kidney damage, heart rhythm changes, diarrhea b. Benefits: fix deficiencies, help meet nutrient needs, work as a prophylactic (such as calcium and vitamin D to prevent geriatric fracture. 7. What is the meaning of the phrase “nutrition first from food”? a. The meaning of this phrase is that primary nutrients should come from the food you eat, rather than searching for food to cover your nutrient needs or adding supplements into your diet.

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