respond to two discussions atleast 100 words each cite and reference needed.
1.We often eat junk food that has lots of sugars, fats, etc., because they are easily accessible to us. Eating highly processed food can lead to many health problems like diabetes and even obesity. Eating a healthier diet that involves fruits, veggies or whole grains can help prevent many health issues worldwide. A dietary habit plays a significant role in managing chronic health conditions, such as heart disease or diabetes. Having a diet with high saturated fats, cholesterol, and sodium can lead to atherosclerosis, which can eventually turn into heart disease. As to diabetes, consuming a large amount of sugar can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes by causing insulin resistance. To reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes, consuming a good amount of fiber will help reduce cholesterol levels and regulate blood sugar levels. Many cultures can influence the different food choices we consume in our everyday lives. Socioeconomic factors can impact access to nutritious foods, leading to health disparities. Awareness and education are vital to promoting healthier dietary patterns and preventing chronic health conditions. Implementing better nutrition education in schools or workplaces can help people make healthier choices. Also, community gardens or more farming should be encouraged to produce fresher and more accessible produce. Takingaking cooking classes will also enable individuals to stay home and cook rather than go out and eat at fast food restaurants. In conclusion, recognizing the impact of dietary habits on chronic health conditions and addressing cultural and societal influences are essential steps toward fostering healthier communities.
2. impact of Nutrition on Health:
Nutrition plays a huge role on our daily health. A term that I have used for a long time is “you are what you eat”. By simply being more aware of what we are putting into our bodies, the healthier we will be. We do with what we know though, so if we were never educated how to properly fuel our bodies, how would we know? Eating sugary, fatty foods will likely cause weight gain, cholesterol problems, poor heart health, and more.
Role of Specific Nutrients:
Some specific nutrients that are very important to incorporate in your daily lives are, protein, healthy fats, and carbs. All of these macronutrients are essential for gaining energy, muscle, and strength. Protein is essentially a “building block” for your muscles, skin, hair, and nails. Protein is made up of amino acids, and while the body does make some amino acids on its own, it cannot solely rely on that, which is why it is important to make sure that you are eating an appropriate amount of protein. One specific nutrient that some people avoid are carbs. There is a diet called the keto diet, where essentially you are eliminating carbs from your diet and focusing mostly on healthy fats. When the body does not have enough/any carbs to burn through, it will start burning your fat, which is a process called ketosis.
Cultural and Societal Influences: Cultural and social influences have a major impact on nutrition. A big factor on the social side is marketing. Food companies will do whatever they can to market their good-looking, tasty, unhealthy foods. Making people drool over a TV screen, or an add until they can satisfy their cravings. I don’t know about you but I never see any adds or commercials promoting fruits and vegetables.
Critical Thinking and Conclusion:
After this week, I have come to the conclusion that educating more people about the effects of nutrients in our body is very important. America is the country with the highest obesity rates, worldwide. Making healthier foods more available to people will also have a bugger impact on nutrition. Knowledge is power!
