In adulthood, excessive or inadequate intake of certain nutrients ...

[asmith134]

In adulthood, excessive or inadequate intake of certain nutrients can pose risk. Discuss these risk nutrients and some of the effects resulting from high or low intakes.

Question 2

The nurse explains to a bariatric surgery patient that an appropriate meal size for when he is first discharged home is:
 
 a. only 1 tablespoon.
  b. a few spoonfuls.
  c. about 2/3 cup.
  d. about 1 cup.

[irishcancer18]

Answer to Question 1

Risk nutrients include:
1 . Fiber: A high fiber diet is linked with lower body weight and less weight gain over time. In addition, fiber offers beneficial impacts on obesity, diabetes, inflammatory bowel disease and cardiovascular disease.
2 . Calcium and Vitamin D: Low intake leads to loss of calcium from bones and progression to osteoporosis.
3 . Vitamin A and Vitamin E: Strong antioxidant functions, involved in functioning of the immune system, skin and cell membranes.
4 . Choline: Deficiency is shown to cause fatty liver and muscle deterioration.
5 . Potassium and Sodium: Have opposing effects on blood vessels. High sodium increases blood pressure, while high potassium intake lowers blood pressure.
6 . Magnesium: Deficit leads to chronic inflammation, which can cause atherosclerosis, hypertension, osteoporosis, diabetes, cancer and heart failure.
7 . Iron: Low intake leads to anemia and is associated with lower work, athletic and cognitive performance, and reduced reproductive and immune function.

Answer to Question 2

b

[asmith134]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[scottmt]

Great answer, keep it coming