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Nutritionforlife
DATASET·OCTOBER2015
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Better Nutrition: Key to Development
Dr. M.RAJAMOHAMED KALANJIAM
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR PG & RESEARCH DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY
DR. ZAKIR HUSAIN COLLEGE ILAYANGUDI
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Activities on National Nutrition Week Various nutritional education and training programs.
Mass nutrition awareness campaigns.
Distribution of nutrition related educational
and training materials.
Proper training for the preservation of nutritious
materials at home.
Proper training is given to the people
about food analysis and standardization.
Various other National Nutrition Policies are
run by the Government in order to achieve the goal of
National Nutrition Week celebration.
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Objectives of the National Nutrition Week Celebration
To review the frequency of problems to various diet and
nutrition in the communities.
To evaluate the appropriate techniques to prevent and
control the nutritional problems through deep research.
To monitor the condition of the country for the diet and
nutrition.
To perform the operational research in order to plan and
implement the national nutrition programs.
To aware people through the orientation training about
health and nutrition.
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National Nutrition Week Themes
2011 - “Feeding smart from the start”
2012 - “Nutrition Awareness – Key to Healthy Nation”
2013 - “Project Dinnertime – Cook. Eat. Enjoy”
2014 - “Poshak Aahar Desh ka Aadhar”
2015 - “Better Nutrition : Key to Development”
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Day wise Activities
Government of India, Ministry of Women and Child Development
Food and Nutrition Board
Ref No.4/4/2015-ND/t&E dated 7th Aug 2015
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Nutrition Tips
Eat fresh food with minimum of processing.
Eat raw fruits and vegetables whenever possible because cooking
destroys many nutrients.
Wash the fruits and vegetables thoroughly and eat them with skin on
Don't cut, wash or soak fruits and vegetables until you are ready to eat
them.
Prefer traditional, homemade food as compared to fast food.
Avoid replacing main meals with snacks
Limit consumption of sugar and unhealthy processed foods.
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What Is Nutrition?
The study of how
your body uses the
food that you eat.
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Nutrients
The food you eat is a source of nutrients. Nutrients are defined as the substances found in food that keep your body functioning.
Your body needs nutrients to…
Fuel your energy.
Help you grow.
Repair itself.
Maintain basic bodily functions.
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The 6 Essential Nutrients
Water
Carbohydrates
Protein
Fat
Vitamins
Minerals
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Water
Did you know? 1/2 to 3/4 of the human body consists of water!
Functions in the Body: Water carries nutrients to your cells and carries waste from
your body.
Regulates body temperature.
Dissolves vitamins, minerals, amino acids and other nutrients.
Lubricates joints.
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It is recommended that teens drink 6-8 glasses (8 fl.oz each) of water each
day. This is in addition to around 4 cups of water you get from food each
day.
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Carbohydrates
Food Sources:
Pasta, breads, cereals, grains, rice, fruits, milk, yogurt and sweets.
Two types of Carbohydrates:
Starches or Complex Carbohydrates
Simple Carbohydrates
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Carbohydrates are the body’s main source of energy
and provide the body’s need for dietary fiber.
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Simple Carbohydrates
Food Sources:
Fruits, juices, milk, and yogurt.
Candy, soda, and jelly.
These simple carbohydrates have a bad reputation because they are high in calories and low in nutritional value.
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Starches or Complex Carbohydrates
Food Sources:
Whole grain breads and cereals, pasta, vegetables, rice, tortilla and legumes.
Function in the Body:
An excellent source of fuel (energy) for the body.
Rich in vitamins, minerals and fiber.
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Fiber
Fiber is the plant material that doesn’t
break down when you digest food. Many, but not all, complex carbohydrates contain fiber.
Food Sources: Oatmeal, fruits, vegetables, whole grains and legumes.
Function in the Body: Aids in digestion.
May reduce the risk of developing some diseases like heart disease, diabetes and obesity, and certain types of cancer.
Helps promote regularity.
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Proteins
Food Sources: Meat, fish,eggs, poultry, dairy products,
legumes, nuts and seeds. (Breads, cereals and vegetables also contain small amounts of protein.)
Function in the Body: Provides energy.
Help to build, maintain, and repair body tissues.
Proteins are made up of chemical compounds called amino acids. There are 20 amino acids.
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Amino Acids
Two types of Protein: Complete Proteins:
Contain all essential amino acids (Arg, His, Leu, Ileu, Lys, Met, Phe, Thr, Try, Val)
They are found in animal sources.
Incomplete Proteins: Lack one or more of the essential amino acids.
They are found in plant sources.
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Of the 20 amino acids, the human body
is capable of producing 11 of them.
The other 9 called, “Essential Amino Acids”
must be supplied by food sources.
The best way to give the body complete proteins is to eat a wide variety
of foods throughout the day.
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Fat - The most concentrated form of food energy (calories).
Food Sources: Butter, vegetable oils, salad dressings, nuts and
seeds, dairy products made with whole milk or cream, and meats.
Function in the Body: Provide substances needed for growth and healthy skin.
Enhance the taste and texture of food.
Required to carry “fat-soluble” vitamins throughout the body.
Provide energy.
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Types of Fat
Saturated Fat: Fats that are usually solid at room temperature.
Food Sources: Animal foods and tropical oils.
The type of fat most strongly linked to high cholesterol and increased risk of heart disease.
Unsaturated Fat: Fats that are liquid at room temperature.
Polyunsaturated Fat: Food Sources: Vegetables and fish oils.
Provide two essential fatty acids necessary for bodily functions.
Monounsaturated Fat: Food Sources: Olive oil, canola oil, nuts, seeds.
May play a role in reducing the risk of heart disease.
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Cholesterol - A fat-like substance that is part of every cell of the body.
Function in the Body: Helps the body make necessary cells including skin, and
hormones.
Aids in digestion.
The human body manufactures all the cholesterol it needs. You also get cholesterol from animal food products you eat.
When cholesterol levels are high there is a greater risk for heart disease.
Do you know what the healthy cholesterol range is for teens your age?
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Vitamins
Food Sources: Fruits, vegetables, milk, whole-grain breads,
cereals and legumes.
Unlike carbohydrates, fats, and proteins, vitamins DO NOT provide energy (calories).
Function in the Body: Help regulate the many chemical processes in the body.
There are 13 different vitamins known to be required each day for good health.
Vitamins are separated into two types: Fat Soluble & Water Soluble Vitamins.
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Fat/Water Soluble Vitamins
Fat Soluble Vitamins Vitamins A, D, E, K
Require fat for the stomach to allow them to be carried into the blood stream for use (absorption).
Can be stored in the body for later use.
Water Soluble Vitamins Vitamins C and B-complex
Require water for absorption.
Easily absorbed and passed through the body as waste.
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Vitamin A
Food Sources: Dark green, leafy vegetables, deep yellow and
orange fruits and vegetables, liver, milk, cheese, and eggs.
Function in the Body: Helps keep skin and hair healthy.
Aids in night vision.
Plays a role in developing strong bones and teeth.
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Vitamin D
Food Sources:
Vitamin D fortified milk, egg yolk, salmon, and liver.
Nonfood Source: the sun.
Function in the Body:
Helps the body use calcium and phosphorus.
Plays a role in building strong bones and teeth.
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Vitamin E
Food Sources:
Whole-grain breads and cereals; dark green, leafy vegetables; dry beans and peas; nuts and seeds; vegetable oils; margarine; liver.
Function in the Body:
Helps form red blood cells, muscles, and other tissues.
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Vitamin K
Food Sources:
Dark green and leafy vegetables (such as spinach, lettuce, kale, collard greens), and cabbage.
Function in the Body:
Helps blood to clot.
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Vitamin B-complex
Food Sources:
Whole grain and enriched breads and cereals; dry bean and peas; peanut butter; nuts; meat; poultry; fish; eggs; milk.
Function in the Body:
Helps the body use the energy from the foods we eat.
Helps brain, nerves, and muscles function.
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Vitamin C
Food Sources:
Citrus fruits, strawberries, kiwi, broccoli, tomatoes, and potatoes.
Function in the Body:
Helps heal wounds.
Helps maintain healthy bones, teeth, and blood vessels.
Helps body fight infection.
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Minerals
Food Sources:
Meats, beans, nuts, fruits, vegetables, dairy products, and grains.
Functions in the Body:
The body depends on minerals for practically every process necessary for life.
Minerals actually become part of the body.
The body requires 16 minerals daily.
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Minerals
Calcium
Phosphorus
Magnesium
Sodium
Potassium
Iron
Others include: Iodine, Zinc, Copper, Sulfur, Chloride, etc.
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Calcium & Phosphorus Food Sources:
Dairy Products: milk, cheese, ice cream, green leafy vegetables, canned sardines and other processed fish eaten with bones.
Function in the Body: Helps build and maintain healthy bones and
teeth.
Helps heart, nerves, and muscles work properly.
Deficiency (lack) of calcium & phosphorus leads to osteoporosis.
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Iron
Food sources Liver, kidney, heart, meat, egg yolk, dried beans and peas,
spinach, dried fruit, whole-grain & enriched breads & cereals, nuts.
Function in the Body: Helps make hemoglobin in red blood cells.
Helps cells used oxygen.
Deficiency (lack) of iron leads to anemia.
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Sodium
Food sources Processed & prepared foods. Canned
vegetables, soups, pickles, lunch meats, ham, bacon, sausage, hotdogs, and frozen foods. Salt/sodium is used to preserve food and improve the taste and texture of food.
Condiments. Table salt, soy sauce, ketchup, mustard, BBQ sauce, steak sauce…
Natural sources. Some meats, poultry, dairy products (esp. cheeses) and vegetables.
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Sodium
Function in the Body: Helps maintain the right balance of fluids in your body.
Helps transmit nerve impulses.
Influences the contraction and relaxation of muscles.
Excess sodium can lead to hypertension (high blood pressure), a condition that can lead to cardiovascular and kidney diseases.
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Definition of a Calorie:
o A unit of measure for energy in food
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Calories per gram:
Protein 1 Gram = 4 calories
Carbohydrates 1 Gram = 4 calories
Fat 1 Gram = 9 calories
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Variables which affect nutrient needs:
1. Age
2. Gender
3. Activity Level
4. Climate
5. Health
6. State of nutrition
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Aim for Fitness
1. Aim for a healthy weight
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2. Be physically active each day
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Build a Healthy Base
3. Let the pyramid guide your choices
4. Choose a variety of grains daily, especially whole grains
5. Choose a variety of fruits and vegetables daily.
6. Keep food safe to eat.
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Choose Sensibly 7. Choose a diet that is low in saturated fat and cholesterol and moderate in total fat
8. Choose beverages and foods to moderate your intake of sugars
9. Choose and prepare food with less salt
10. If you drink alcoholic beverages do so in moderation
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Eight tips for eating well The following 8 tips will help us eat a balanced diet
and keep our bodies healthy.
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1. Base your meals on starchy foods We should eat plenty of cereals other than rice to
keep our bodies healthy.
These foods provide energy, as well as fibre, calcium, iron and B vitamins.
Starchy foods should make up 1/3 of our diet.
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2. Eat lots of fruit and vegetables Try to eat at least 5 portions of a variety of fruit and
vegetables every day.
Fruit and vegetables provide lots of vitamins, minerals and fibre which our bodies need to function properly.
fresh dried juiced frozen canned
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Salmon
3. Eat more fish Fish is an excellent source of protein and provides many
vitamins and minerals.
It is recommended that we all eat 2 portions of fish a week, one of which should be oily. A portion of fish is 140g.
Oily fish, such as mackerel, salmon, trout and herring, contains omega 3 fatty acids, which can help keep our hearts healthy.
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4. Cut down on saturated fat and sugar
Eating too much saturated fat can increase cholesterol levels and the chance of developing heart disease.
Try to avoid eating too many pies, pastries, hard cheeses, cakes and biscuits.
Too many sugary foods and drinks can contribute to tooth decay, especially if you have them between meals.
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5. Try to eat less salt (no more than 6g a day*)
Keeping a normal blood pressure is important for your health. Eating too much salt may raise your blood pressure and lead to certain illnesses.
Even if you do not add salt to your food, you can still be eating a high amount of salt.
Much of the salt in our diet comes from processed foods such as bread, breakfast cereals, soups, sauces and ready meals.
*Children under 11 years have lower recommended amounts than adults.
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7. Drink plenty of water Around 2/3 of our body is made up of water.
We lose water throughout the day when we sweat, breathe and use the toilet.
Drinking enough water each day helps prevent headaches and dehydration.
Remember not to drink too many soft or carbonated drinks that are high in sugar.
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8. Try not to skip breakfast Eating breakfast provides us with energy as well as
some important nutrients that we need for good health.
For example, a healthy breakfast of wholegrain cereal and a glass of fruit juice, will give our body the energy and nutrients it needs to start the day.
If you skip breakfast, you are more likely to fill up on snacks that are high in fat and/or sugar as you get hungry before lunch.
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Can you recall the 8 tips?
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Nutrient Deficiency
A nutritional deficiency occurs when your body doesn’t get enough nutrients.
Symptoms: At first the symptoms may not seem serious. They may
include: tiredness, difficulty sleeping or concentrating, frequent colds, and weight loss or gains.
However, if the deficiency is not corrected the symptoms may get more serious and effect the skin, eyes, and bones.
The best way to avoid a nutrient deficiency is to eat a well balanced diet.
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Cancer: A variety of dietary carotenoids have been
shown to have anti-cancer effects due to their
antioxidant power in reducing free radicals in the
body.
Lung Cancer: Smokers who did not consume
carrots had three times the risk of developing lunk
cancer compared with those who ate carrots more
than once a week.
Colorectal Cancer: Beta-carotene consumption
has been shown to have an inverse association
Leukemia: Carrot juice extract was shown to
kill leukemia cells and inhibit their progression.
Prostate Cancer: Among younger men, diets rich
in beta carotine may play a protective role
Carrot = Vission
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Sleeplessness
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Thank you for your
kind attention