Discussion Dates: June 1 – June 7, 2020
Using the following links: http://nutrition.jbpub.com/resources/animations.cfm?id=8&debug=0, and http://nutrition.jbpub.com/resources/animations.cfm?id=9&debug=0 . I’d like you to watch the animations of high blood sugar and low blood sugar. Once you’ve viewed these animations, please explain how carbohydrates can impair your health. There are many options that can be discussed. Please have data to support your discussion.
Discuss what dietary fats do for the human body. How much fat is recommended in our daily dietary intake? Look up how much fat is in three of your favorite foods and post the fat content here. https://www.choosemyplate.gov/node/5664
Is all protein the same? Let’s turn our attention to the different forms of protein available to us. People who lift weights will very often increase their protein intake considerably via protein supplements and protein bars. Vegetarians limit their protein intake to varying degrees. So what does all this mean? What are essential and non-essential amino acids? How do we maintain health status and normal physiological reactions without exceeding our protein needs? Is animal protein the only “available” source? What would you recommend?