3_3DietingStrategies Flashcards
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disadvantage of bmi
does not distinguish fat from lean mass or indicate fat distribution
what is glycemic index?
a measure of a food’s ability to raise blood sugar in a give ntime period
what are the possible values for glycemic index?
0-100
What did WHO & FAO recommend in 99?
industrialized peoples should eat low-GI foods for decreased CAD, DM, and obesity
What are hi-GI foods?
1) rice, 2) baked potatoes, 3) raisins
What are low-GI foods?
1) nonstarchy veggies, 2) fruits, 3) legumes
Where is gluten found?
in wheat, rye, barley, and processed foods
What is celiac disease?
autoimmune GI disease from gluten peptides causing inflammation
What percentage of the population does celiac disease affect?
6-Jan
What is the treatment for celiac disease?
avoid gluten
What are the symptoms of celiac disease?
1) diarrhea, 2) bloating, 3) cramping, 4) bowel changes, 5) weight loss, 5) fatigue, 6) malabsorption
How is celiac disease diagnosed?
1) blood test, 2) bowel biopsy, 3) postive response to gluten-free diet
What are the 4 phases in the Atkins diet?
induction (20g CHO), then stages 2-3 add back CHO in 5g increments
What are the negative aspects of Atkins?
high fat (especially saturated)
When did the Atkins diet begin?
1972
What are the high-protein, low-carb fad diets?
1) atkins, 2) south beach
Who started the South Beach diet?
cardiologist arthur agatston
What are the aspects of the south beach diet?
atkins diet with the following modifications: 1) control saturated fat, 2) emphasize low-GI foods
What proportionso f the macronutrients do liquid diet shakes (VLCDs) provide?
70-100 g/day protein; 80 g/day CHO; 15 g/day fat + vitamins
What are the negative aspects of liquid diets?
1) gall stone risk; 2) require medical monitoring & BMOD
What is the calorie content of a VLCD per day?
< 800 cal/day
Which premeasured VLCD products emphasize glycemic index?
nutrisystem
What are the calorie requirements in a premeasured VLCD diet?
1000-15000 cal/day via meal replacements
What is the expected weight loss in premeasured VLCDs?
10-12% over 12-16 weeks if bmod included