2010 cengage-wadsworth the life cycle: conception through the later years chapter 11

2010 Cengage-Wadsworth

The Life Cycle: Conception through the

Later YearsChapter 11


Pregnancy: Nutrition for the Future

• Nutritional needs of pregnant women

• Maternal weight gainLow-birthweight (LBW) infants



• Practices to avoidPicaDietingSmokingAlcoholOther drugsHerbal productsLead & mercury



• Common nutrition-related problems of pregnancyMorning sicknessConstipationHypertensionin pregnancy

•Pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH)•Preeclampsia & eclampsia

Diabetes•Gestational diabetes



• Adolescent pregnancy• Nutrition of the breastfeeding mother


Healthy Infants

• Milk for the infant: breastfeeding

• Contraindications to breastfeeding

• Feeding formula• Supplements for the infant• Food for the infant


Healthy Infants

• Nutrition-related problems of infancyIron deficiencyFood allergies


Early & Middle Childhood

• Growth & nutrient needs of children

• Other factors that influence childhood nutrition


Early & Middle Childhood

• Nutrition-related problems of childhoodOverweight & obesityIron-deficiency anemiaHigh blood cholesterol


The Importance of Teen Nutrition

• Nutrient needs of adolescents• Nutrition-related problems of adolescentsUndernutritionIron-deficiency anemiaLow calcium intakesHigh blood cholesterol


The Importance of Teen Nutrition

• Nutrition-related problems of adolescentsDental cariesEating disorders


Nutrition in Later Life

• Demographic trends & aging• Healthy adults• Aging & nutrition status• Nutritional needs & intakes• Nutrition-related problems of older adults

• Sources of nutritional assistance


Choosing a Vitamin-Mineral Supplement

• Most healthy children & adults can obtain needed nutrients from foods

• Groups of people who can benefit from supplements

• Choosing a supplementPrice is not an indication of qualityUSP symbol100%-150% or < of vitamins & mineralsChildproof containers if children present


Looking Ahead & Growing Old

• Prepare for old age early in life

• Life advantagesContribute to good physical & mental health in later years


Meals for One

• Stock the pantry & fridge with wholesome basics

• Utilize frozen food; repackage in individual servings yourself

• Buy produce in season• Substitute healthy snacks when too tired to cook a meal

• Cook enough of a one-dish meal to last a few days


Medicinal Herbs

• The herbals industry in the U.S.• Popularity of herbals• Dietary Supplement Health Education Act (DSHEA)

• National Center for Complementary & Alternative Medicine (NCCAM)

• Guidelines for choosing & using herbal supplements


Osteoporosis--The Silent Stalker of the Bones

• Reasons for greater prevalence in women than men

• Bone lossPelvis & spineInjuries & complications



• Risk factorsAgeGenderAge-related decline in hormonesAbnormal absence of menstrual periods (estrogen deficiency)

Family history



• Risk factorsRace & ethnic backgroundBody buildSedentary lifestyleSmoking & alcoholMedical conditionsDiet

•Bone-healthy: calcium, vitamin D



• Choosing a calcium supplement• Diagnosis - bone density test• Drug treatments

Estrogen replacement therapyDesigner estrogensBiphosphonatesCalcitonin & parathyroid hormone



• PreventionMaximize peak bone massModerate alcohol intake & avoid tobacco

Exercise regularlyDiscuss with health care provider

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