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Nutrition, Health and Disease – Human Nutrition: 2020 Edition

WEBGastroesophageal Reflux Disease. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a persistent form of acid reflux that occurs more than two times per week. Acid reflux occurs when …

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The Functions of Lipids in the Body – Human Nutrition

WEBOmega-3 and omega-6 essential fatty acids help regulate cholesterol and blood clotting and control inflammation in the joints, tissues, and bloodstream. Fats also play important …

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Understanding Dietary Reference Intakes – Human Nutrition: 2020 …

WEBUniversity of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Food Science and Human Nutrition Program and Human Nutrition Program. Dietary Reference Intakes. (DRI) are the recommendation levels for …

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Diseases Involving Proteins – Human Nutrition: 2020 Edition

WEBKwashiorkor is characterized by swelling (. edema. ) of the feet and abdomen, poor skin health, growth retardation, low muscle mass, and liver malfunction. Recall that one of …

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Lipids and Disease – Human Nutrition 2e

WEBTo help combat this problem important dietary changes are necessary. Reducing the type and amount of carbohydrates and sugar consumed daily is critical. Limiting the intake of …

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The Benefits of Physical Activity – Human Nutrition: 2020 Edition

WEBThe mental and emotional benefits of physical activity include: Mood improvement. Aerobic activity, strength-training, and more contemplative activities such …

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Threats to Health – Human Nutrition: 2020 Edition

WEBThe risk of colon cancer seems to increase with the consumption of red meat and processed meat. Cured meats. According to a recent study, there is a mild risk of …

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Sports Nutrition – Human Nutrition

WEBEnergy intake can play a role in manipulating the physiques for athletes. For individuals competing in sports such as football and weight lifting, having a large amount of muscle …

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Phytochemicals – Human Nutrition: 2020 Edition

WEBPhytochemicals are chemicals in plants that may provide some health benefit. Carotenoids are one type of phytochemical. Phytochemicals also include indoles, lignans, …

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Appendix A – Human Nutrition 2e

WEBAppendix A Appendix A. This table compares the typical levels of recommended daily nutrient intake to the United States Tolerable Upper Intake Levels (ULs) and the United …

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Undernutrition, Overnutrition, and Malnutrition

WEBUndernutrition is characterized by a lack of nutrients and insufficient energy supply, whereas overnutrition is characterized by excessive nutrient and energy intake. …

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Consequences of Deficiency or Excess – Human Nutrition: 2020 …

WEBConsequences of Deficiency or Excess University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Food Science and Human Nutrition Program and Human Nutrition Program. As with all nutrients, having …

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Lipids and Disease – Human Nutrition: 2020 Edition

WEBLipids and Disease. University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Food Science and Human Nutrition Program and Human Nutrition Program. Because heart disease, cancer, and stroke are …

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Appendix A – Human Nutrition: 2020 Edition

WEBAppendix A. University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Food Science and Human Nutrition Program and Human Nutrition Program. This table compares the typical levels of recommended …

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Research and the Scientific Method – Human Nutrition: 2020 Edition

WEBAlthough a lengthy process, the scientific method is a productive way to define essential nutrients and determine their ability to promote health and prevent disease. The …

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