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    Adulthood: - Is The Period of Life When One Ha Attained Full Growth and Maturity (Between 21 and 50 Years of Age)

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    Adulthood is between 21-50 years old. Nutritional requirements change, with calories and protein intake staying the same but minerals like calcium and iron needing to be maintained to prevent osteoporosis. Factors like loss of teeth and taste can affect eating. Common nutritional problems in adulthood include osteoporosis, cancer, heart disease, and diabetes, which can be reduced through a diet high in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and calcium and low in fat and sugar.

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    Adulthood: - Is The Period of Life When One Ha Attained Full Growth and Maturity (Between 21 and 50 Years of Age)

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    Adulthood is between 21-50 years old. Nutritional requirements change, with calories and protein intake staying the same but minerals like calcium and iron needing to be maintained to prevent osteoporosis. Factors like loss of teeth and taste can affect eating. Common nutritional problems in adulthood include osteoporosis, cancer, heart disease, and diabetes, which can be reduced through a diet high in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and calcium and low in fat and sugar.

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    Adulthood is between 21-50 years old. Nutritional requirements change, with calories and protein intake staying the same but minerals like calcium and iron needing to be maintained to prevent osteoporosis. Factors like loss of teeth and taste can affect eating. Common nutritional problems in adulthood include osteoporosis, cancer, heart disease, and diabetes, which can be reduced through a diet high in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and calcium and low in fat and sugar.

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    Adulthood: - Is The Period of Life When One Ha Attained Full Growth and Maturity (Between 21 and 50 Years of Age)

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    ADULTHOOD

    - is the period of life when one ha attained full


    growth and maturity ( between 21 and 50 years of
    age).
    Nutritional Requirements:
    Energy (calories)- decreases in calories because of reduced basal
    metabolic rate and reduce in physical activities. A decrease of 7.5%
    intake after 45yrs. of age

    Protein- protein allowance of 1.12 gms/kg. body weight is maintained

    Necessary for the prevention and tissue wasing and susceptibility to


    diseases

    Minerals (Calcium)- is maintained to pevent occurrence of


    osteoporosis
    Iron – Iron allowed for women 50 and above is as low as 7.0
    mg/day

    Vitamins- Vit. C is needed for the absorption of calcium and iron.


    Intake of Vit. E to retard cellular aging.

    B complex- to maintain good appetite


    Water & Fiber- 6-8 glasses a day. To prevent constipation

    Vitamin D- exposure of the skin to sunlight, 1200 to 1500 mg


    calcium, and exercise as muscle pull influences the calcium
    content of the bone
    Factors affecting Adequate
    Feeding
    Long standing dietary habits
    Loss of teeth
    Loss of taste and smell
    Loss of neuromuscular coordination
    Physical discomfort
    Economic consideration
    Social Factors
    Psychological factors
    NUTRITIONAL PROBLEMS

    Osteoporosis is a silent enemy. It is a bone disease that


    leads to an increased risk of fracture.

    -Between 30 to 35 years of age, peak bone mass a person


    will ever have is attained.

    -During the first 5 years or so after onset of menopause,


    women experience rapid bone loss that is related to
    estrogen deficiency.

    - Smokers and drinkers are also at risk


     To prevent bone less, experts recommend
    30 minutes of exercise 3 to 6 times a
    week and calcium such as milk and dairy
    products, spinach, and broccoli.
    Cancer
     2nd leading cause of death
     Lung cancer, breast cancer, colorectal
    cancer are 3 leading causes of cancer
    deaths.
     High intake of fruits and vegetables may
    protect against cancers
     Rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grain
    is protective against cancer
     Cabbage, broccoli, brussels sprouts, and
    cauliflower reduce the risk of GI and
    respiratory tract cancer.
     Milk especially 2-3 cups of vitamin D
    fortified skin milk a day, may help ward off
    colon cancer.
     Carotene lowers a risk of cancer of the
    larynx and esophagus
     Drink moderate amounts of alcoholic
    beverages
    Heart Disease
     Commonly considered a disease in men
     The increase of cholesterol increases the
    risk of cardiovascular disease
     A heart-healthy diet that is low in fat and
    saturated fat, rich in fruits , vegetables and
    whole grains
    Diabetes
     Diabetes increase the risk of heart
    disease
     Obesity is implicated in the majority of
    cases of type 2 of diabetes
     Weight management and a heart healthy
    diet are cornerstone of treatment
    Diet Recommendation

     Eat good breakfast to start the day


     Eat 4-5 light meals a day
     Include essential foods ( fish, vegetables,
    fruits)
     Maintain the ideal weight
     Avoid fatty foods
     Avoid too much fat, saturated fat, and
    cholesterol
     Eat foods with adequate starch and fiber
     Avoid too much sugar
     Drink alcohol moderately
     Avoid coffee
     Drink hot milk before going bed

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