Foods I—Obj. 4.02 Nutrition and Chronic Conditions 5.02F Nutrition and Chronic Conditions 1

Nutrition and Chronic Conditions The following chronic conditions may be affected by managing ones eating patterns include: High Blood Cholesterol Hypertension/High blood pressure Obesity Diabetes Osteoporosis

Special Diets— High cholesterol Causes Eating Fatty (saturated fats) foods Eating High cholesterol foods Lack of Fiber in the diet Increase risk of heart disease and stroke Symptoms Elevated blood pressure Elevated HDL/LDL levels Foods to include Low-fat or Fat-free Whole grains Lean meats Fish Fresh fruits and vegetables Foods to avoid Partially hydrogenated oils Processed snack foods Highly marbled meats

Special Diets— High Blood Pressure A risk factor for heart disease 1# killer of women in US Reduce sodium and saturated fats Diet rich in calcium, potassium, and magnesium

Special Diets—Diabetes—Type II What is it? A condition in which the body cannot control blood sugar levels If left untreated it can cause severe damage to the body—especially the kidneys, eyes, and heart To control—carbs are rationed through regular meals and careful food choices Causes Eating foods high in sugar Excessive body weight Low consumption of fiber Symptoms Excessive thirst Fatigue Foods to include Low-sugar and sugar-free Protein foods Whole grains Reduced-fat and fat-free Foods to avoid Foods that are high in sugar Foods that are high in carbohydrates

Obesity 65% of all adults are overweight Number of children under the age of 18 who are overweight has doubled in the last 30 years

Obesity Foods to Include Smaller portions Reduced-fat or fat free Whole grains Fish Fresh fruits and vegetables Foods that Impact Highly processed snack foods Low-fiber content High-fat foods

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Obesity Health problems Excess weight = added strain on bones, muscles, and internal organs Walking and breathing take extra effort Heat and humidity increase stress High blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, certain types of cancers Over 15# can raise chance of early death

Osteoporosis Causes: lack of calcium and exercise (remember body in motion, stays in motion) Symptoms: Brittle bones or bones that break easily Hormonal changes Deficiency of Vitamin D

Osteoporosis Foods to include: Foods to avoid: Calcium and vitamin rich foods Foods high in phosphorous Dark green leafy vegetables Foods to avoid: Caffeine Soft drinks Alcohol Tobacco products