-with Mary, Jacob, and Britney
Is Meat Unhealthy?
The health effects of meat vary from how it is cooked and what animal it comes from. Meat does not have vitamin C which is vital for the body. Processed red meat is overall unhealthy for us, with added chemicals to make it taste better. Hotdogs and sausages are examples of this. Processed meat increases the risk of experiencing stories, diabetes, and heart diseases. Meat in moderation is overall not unhealthy for you.
Obesity prevalence
35 million children under the age of 5 were considered obese in 2020.
340 million children and adolescents aged 5-19 were overweight or
obese in 2016. 1.9 billion adults, 18 years and older, were overweight
in 2016. The number of obesity increases yearly in the United States.
BMI
BMI is not always correct. It is only relied on weight, not on muscle, bone thickness, and height.
Factors contributing to childhood obesity
Poverty-lack of resources of healthy food
Genetics- diabetes and heart disease
Lack of Sleep- Lack of energy etc
Sedentary lifestyle- Netflix and being lazy
Physiological influences- stress and depression
Intervention Settings
-Changed nutritional quantity and quality of food - school-based
-One parent cooks, typically don't think about what you are eating- home-based
-Putting food in a cabinet will keep you cutting back on junk food at home
-Takes place in primary care practitioners clinic -primary care-based
- Includes advice to parents/caregivers
-Takes place in nonparental care setting; freinds- child centers-based
-Typically outside of the home
-Stores and availably and portions size in restaurants- community-based
-By way of legislation; restaurants, farmers' markets, and recreational facilities
-Technology delivering information, advertising, - consumer health-based
- Consist of technologies that deliver information indirectly such as a web or phone based program
Food and Beverage Practices
- Infants
-Up to 2 years
Food-
-breastmilk or formula only from birth to 6 months
-solid foods introduced at 1 year should be rich in iron and zinc
Beverages-
- birth to 4 months
-4-6 oz of breastmilk or iron fortified infant formula a meal
-no other food at this age
-4 to 8 months
-4-8 oz breast milk or iron fortified infant formula
- 100% fruit and vegetable juice not recommended until 12 months
-8 to 12 months
-6-8 oz of breastmilk or iron fortified infant formula
- Small amounts of water without added sweeteners
-1 to 3 years
- Whole milk until 2 years old
-2+ years of age may switch to 1% or fat-free milk
-No more than 4 oz of 100% fruit/vegetable juice per day
- Children
-2-8 years
Food-
-A fruit or vegetables at every meal
-Half of grains eaten should be whole grains
Beverages-
- 3 to 6 years
-6oz 1% or fat-free milk
-As much water as wanted
-No more than 4 oz of 100% fruit/vegetble juice per day
- 6+ years
-8oz 1% or fat-free milk
-As much water as wanted
-No more than 4 oz of 100% fruit/vegetble juice per day
- Adolescents
-9-18 years
Food-
-Provide snacks low in fat, sodium, and added sugars
-Promote healthy eating lifestyle instead of weight management
-Adults
-19-50 years
Food-
-Substitute whole grains for refined grians
-Cook more meals at home where you have control over ingredients
My Plate
USDA guide to created to promote balanced meals. Make sure you use oils to ensure you are getting in unsaturated fats and Vitamin E. Limit added sugars. Limit sodium intake everyday. Cut back on saturated fats.
MY PLATE PORTIONS
- Fruits and Vegetables 1/2
- Grain 1/4
- Protein 1/4
- One serving of dairy
Food Alternatives
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