LAST NUTRITION QUIZ WOOOOOOOOOOO

At what age is someone considered an older adult?

65 and above

How does life expectancy vary?

varies by sex and race or ethnic background, with women having a longer life expectancy than men.

What factors influence life expectancy?

Advances in medicine, improved sanitation, genetics, and effective medical devices.

How does aging affect the incidence of disease?

The incidence of disease increases with age due to the cumulative effects of health habits and exposure to behavioral risks.

How do calorie needs change with age?

Calorie needs decrease as one ages.

What are the benefits of staying physically active while aging?

Maintaining or gaining muscle mass, reduced risk of depression, falls, fractures, and improved cognition and bone mass.

What are some biological changes due to aging?

Lowered stomach acidity, decreased lean muscle mass, redistribution of fat, and a decreased sense of thirst.

What nutritional changes occur as one ages?

Decreased absorption of vitamin B12, increased protein needs, decreased energy needs, and increased risk of dehydration.

Which nutrients are of public health concern for older adults?

Vitamin D, calcium, fiber, and potassium.

What is the best way to get needed nutrients?

Through a healthy dietary pattern, with supplements used when necessary to enhance dietary intake.

What are the physical activity recommendations for older adults?

150 to 300 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise each week and resistance and balance exercises at least twice a week.

What is the main cause of health disparities?

Immense economic inequalities, often rooted in the legacy of colonialism.

What is the United Nations’ Human Development Index?

A measure of life expectancy, education, and per capita income, monitored through key environmental, health, and behavioral factors.

What is malnutrition measured by?

Rates of underweight, stunting, wasting, and overweight.

How does malnutrition affect the population globally?

Undernutrition, stunting, and wasting are decreasing worldwide, but rates of overweight and diabetes are increasing.

How do fetal adaptations affect health?

Fetal adaptations can affect body size and disease risk later in life.

What are the effects of marasmus?

Caused by a lack of energy, leading to a 'skin and bones' appearance as the body breaks down muscle and tissue for energy.

What are the effects of kwashiorkor?

Caused by a lack of protein, leading to edema (swelling), a 'moon-shaped face,' and a round, distended belly.

What is the global undernutrition rate?

1 in 10 people across the globe are undernourished, and in low human development areas, up to 45% of children under age 5 suffer from undernutrition.

What percentage of young children and pregnant women are iron deficient globally?

30-40%

Which population group has the longest average life expectancy in the United States?

Hispanic Women

The genetics that we inherit determine _____ percent of a person's life expectancy.

25-40

The lowest average life expectancies in the United States are among _____.

Black men

Older adults should increase their intake of

Vitamin D and Calcium

Children who are deficient in _____ are much more likely to die from an infectious disease

Vitamin A

Which country currently has the lowest human development score?

Mozambique

Countries undergoing the nutrition transition often experience rising rates of _____ along with high rates of underweight and undernutrition.

Obesity

Deaths of young children due to malnutrition and its related effects have dropped substantially in countries that _______.

have experienced a resurgence in breastfeeding