DP4&5 Flashcards
(10 cards)
Mental Health
Definition: A state of well-being that affects how we think, feel, and act in daily life.
Example: Poor mental health can disrupt work, relationships, and eating habits.
Role of Food in Mental Health
Definition: How food choices and behaviors impact an individual’s mental well-being.
Example: Eating omega-3-rich foods (e.g., salmon) may reduce symptoms of depression.
Influence of Food on Mental Health
Definition: The way food choices affect mood, cognition, and emotional state.
Example: High sugar intake may lead to mood swings or energy crashes.
Comfort Eating
Definition: Consuming food for emotional relief rather than hunger.
Consequences:
-Short-term: Temporary stress relief.
-Long-term: Weight gain, guilt, or nutrient deficiencies.
Restrictive Diets
Definition: Severely limiting food intake, often for weight control.
Consequences:
-Mental: Anxiety, eating disorders.
-Physical: Nutrient deficiencies, fatigue.
Disordered Eating
Definition: Abnormal eating habits (e.g., binge eating, extreme dieting).
Impact:
-Mental: Low self-esteem, depression.
-Physical: Digestive issues, hormonal imbalances.
Gut-Brain Connection
Definition: The link between gut health (e.g., probiotics, fiber) and mental health.
Example: Yogurt supports gut bacteria, which may improve mood.
Media’s Role in Food Choices
Definition: How media shapes food information, values, and behaviors.
Example: Unrealistic body images in ads may lead to restrictive dieting.
Body Image
Definition: How one perceives their body, influenced by media.
Impact: Negative body image can lead to unhealthy eating behaviours
Food Advertising Techniques
Examples:
-Celebrity endorsements: Trust in idols promotes product sales.
-Pester power: Kids nag parents to buy advertised foods.
-Advergames: Interactive ads (e.g., McDonald’s Monopoly).
