After reviewing the charts created from the packets given to the class, I discovered that the results from were right around were I expected them to be.
One of the charts required me to take half of all the vitamin requirements then add it to the original amount. I had to do this because I weighed between 121 and 180 pounds. That was one of the only changes I had to make in this packet because all of the other questions had to do with smoking, being overweight, and other various circumstances of which had nothing to do with me.
After reviewing the charts, I came to the conclusion that I did not need to take any supplements to better my health. I was completely satisfied with the way my chart turned out in relation to the questions I had to answer about my health and lifestyle.
My lifestyle affected the outcome of the packets dramatically. Since I did not smoke, overeat, drink too much alcohol, etc., my results from the packet came back for more healthier than if I did do those things. Also where I lived and what kinds of food I ate impacted the results of the packets. One of the questions asked how close I lived to a major city, another asked about the condition of my hair. Every little detail of one’s life affects one’s health in ways that I never knew before. I never thought about if the location of my home affected my health. I never thought that if my hair was a certain way then I needed an increased intake of Vitamin B1.
One change that I am thinking about making after completing the charts is more exercise. I used to wrestle or have at least one activity that kept me in shape but now, I just eat all I want to eat and not work out at all. I’m lucky I have a fast metabolism or I would be huge. Running is something that I am now trying to incorporate into my average day. Running is something that you can do anywhere, and it doesn’t require any expensive equipment to do. Now when I return home from school, instead of going to the fridge, I put on some running shorts and for a run. I have already noticed my body getting into better shape, and just feeling better about my health in general.
D1: I have decided to look at a 6 year old going through bereavement. Bereavement means to lose an individual very close to you. When children go through bereavement they are most likely to feel sad and upset about the person’s death. Children at a young age may not understand when a family member dies. Children may not understand bereavement. For example a 6 year old’s father been in a car crash and has died from that incident. Death is unpredictable and children can’t be prepared for a death of a family member as no one knows when someone is going to die or not. Unfortunately every child can experience bereavement even when a pet dies. It is important that we are aware that effects on the child so we can support them in the aftermath.
Many supplements, such as this one are not strictly regulated, so it is very easy for companies to make exaggerated health claims.
Dietary supplements are used to add additional nutritional value to the diet. Some common forms of supplements include: vitamins, amino acids, minerals, herbs, and enzymes, and can be found in a multitude of forms such as capsules, liquids, gel caps, powders, and tablets. Dietary supplements are becoming increasingly popular among Americans today. According to the Centers for Disease and Control, “Over half of the adults in the U.S. use at least one type of dietary supplement, the most common being multivitamins.”1 Many use these vitamins because they are believed to present a number of benefits, such as helping or treating diseases, etc. While dietary supplements can be beneficial to your health; Americans should also be cognizant of the health
As I walked down the gravel road, breathing became more difficult as the harsh sun beat on my back. I did not know if I could withstand it much longer. All I could think about was the sun - until I made eye contact with a little boy. His oversized t-shirt was drenched in sweat and dirt. He was breathing heavily, fighting tears to no avail. It was then, the large mass on the side of his forehead became more obvious. I could no longer selfishly feel the heat - only empathy for I knew the root of his pain: denial of proper medical assistance.
I first considered a public health career when I interned at the Ghana Health Service Family Health Department as an undergraduate student. Participating in national meetings focused on strategies to reduce maternal mortality in Ghana, I recognized that, in order to create sustainable advances, it is crucial to address the underlying social inequalities that exacerbate adverse health outcomes. To advance this goal, I am seeking admission into the Global Health and Population Doctoral Program at the Harvard School of Public Health.
According the Ryan N. Harrison, in Vitamins: what are they, how they work, why you need them, what we may not be aware of is that without a good multivitamin supplement, you probably aren 't getting the amounts of vitamins that your body needs to run optimally. Although many people consider their diet to be "up to standards", the truth about it is it is insanely hard to eat a diet that meets the FDA level for vitamins. (Harrison). According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, on the FDA 's website, they state that: "many people consume more calories than they need without taking in recommended amounts of a number of nutrients. The Guidelines warn that there are numerous nutrients—including vitamins—for which low dietary intake may be a cause of concern."
My food and calorie report was shocking to say the least. I knew going in that I was going to be very low on my intake of vegetables but little did I know how low I would be. For all the categories of vegetables I was under the target amount. During this three-day dietary analysis, I only consumed one plain salad of only lettuce. So
I am writing this letter because I am highly motivated to do the Health Psychology master’s program and I want to be considered as a candidate. I have a Bachelor’s Degree of Psychology from Budapest, Hungary with the highest grade 5. My qualification has already been sent to UK NARIC and the Statement of Compability will arrive to you shortly at the beginning of September. I am applying for this course because I have always wanted to be a psychologist and the Cardiff Metropolitan University can provide my next step to do so.
Maintaining a healthy diet does not provide the daily-recommended vitamins and minerals (also known as micro-nutrients) one needs to function. “ ‘It’s easy to get enough micro-nutrients from your food if you maintain a healthy diet,’ Audry Cross PhD Clinical Professor of Nutrition at Columbia’s School of Public Health, tells Web MD. ‘But most people fail the test; they’ll eat two or three servings of fruits and vegetables per day rather than the required five.’ That’s why Cross (and many other nutritionists) suggest a multi-vitamin as a sort of nutritional safety net for many of their patients” (Sine). It’s impossible to know the exact amount of nutrients one gets with so many food sources available today. A micronutrient that’s getting a lot of attention recently is Vitamin D. This is a very important micronutrient as it aids the body in the production of strong bones. Vitamin D, which is not always found in foods but rather absorbed through the skin from UVA/UVB rays is lacking in many peo...
“Consequently, basal metabolism or energy requirement for the elderly diminishes by 100 kcal/day per decade. For some seniors it may be difficult to meet daily micronutrient requirements with reduces intake. To combat this, a multivitamin supplement for seniors is recommended, especially for those whose caloric intake in less that 1500kcal/day.”
Justification for my food choices and the changes I made and detailed explanation of the benefits of healthy eating:
When a group of people was given a multivitamin with vitamins B, E, C, and A and another group was given a placebo, the group taking the multivitamin was able to deal with a stressful setting better (Stress). The third point discussed by Fox News is that it is very important to take the amount prescribed on the dietary supplement label or package. The scientific evidence does confirm this statement. It is imperative that consumers follow the labels or a doctor’s guidance when figuring out the proper amount of a supplement to take. These supplements have been tested and recommend the most efficient amount that will provide the most benefits to the body with the least risk. Not consuming enough of a supplement will not provide the body with the intended results. However, over-consuming a supplement can have harmful consequences and lead to toxicity (Dietary Supplements: What You Need to Know). Fourth, the news article from Fox talks about how many people believe all the information they need should be printed right on the label for them. The article explains, however, that this is simply is not the case. The scholarly readings
Wellness is defined as “an active life-long process of becoming aware of and making choices to achieve optimal health and a more successful and balanced existence” (Ren et al., 2007). Wellness incorporates the spiritual, emotional and social wellbeing of an individual. When it came to thinking, planning and developing my SMART goal I decided to focus on my physical health as this was an area that I needed to improve the most and would also contribute positively to my spiritual, emotional, social, intellectual and environmental wellbeing aswell. In this reflective essay I will discuss and reflect on this journey. This reflection will include why I decided to focus on this specific SMART goal aswell as how I found the SMART goal journey. I will then discuss my own view on my attitudes for health and wellness and will discuss what a SMART goal is and the importance of them in order to start working towards those goals and to positively change behaviours and habits. This reflection will also include challenges that may be experienced in relation to behaviour change. These may include time management and motivation.
Ask most people what they would want in life if they could have one wish granted, and the answer would probably sound something like, “more money and to live a long healthy life”. Well, a few people already have this, without having it granted from a wish. For most others however, a life with more money and healthier living seems to be something that is nearly impossible to have. The truth is that people could have more money, and could also have health to go along with it. It’s not a secret that exercise and nutrition are key components in living a healthier lifestyle. Still, most people choose not participate in routine exercise programs or show any attempt at having healthy eating habits. The lack
When I was first asked to do this project, the idea was very daunting. What do I chose? Why do I have to do it? Shouldn’t this be my choice to make a change in my life? But then I took a deep breath and settled back in and began to think. What would be the best and most effective change I could make in my life. I need to exercise more, my diet could defiantly improve, and I need to sleep better. The easiest one to change I figured would be my diet for breakfast and lunch which will eventually help with the other things as well. So I started to evaluate what I ate and whether there is a healthier option instead. This was difficult and took a while because I have Avoidant/ Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARVID) also known as Selective Eating Disorder, Which basically means that I have specific food that I can eat and specific food that I can’t without gagging and throwing up. Growing up this made eating healthy a challenge seeing as I mostly like carbs and pre-packaged food. Since I have become a better eater being able to eat some meat and fruits/ veggies. So I found some hea...