Category: Nutrition

develop an informative presentation that could be used to teach your classmates about a variety of nutrients

Visit the “Bills We’re Supporting Page at: https://frac.org/action/bills-we-are-supporting
Select one of the bills, you will write a letter to one of YOUR representatives encouraging them to support the bill
Make sure you select the appropriate representative (i.e. state or federal)
You will also write bullet points on a SEPARATE DOCUMENT explaining
what the bill does, who it serves, why you would like to support it, and
who ALL of your state and federal representatives are
Do not just use the suggested letters on the FRAC site, write your
own using some of your own personal knowledge and experience from your
studies, work, and life
Letter should be 250-300 words

t the click of a button, you can have access to endless information on Google. Do you ever think about how much of this information is accurate and thoroughly researched? In this assignment, you will contrast the information given in similar articles and use your knowledge from the book to decide if these articles/papers give accurate and reliable information. 
Instructions: 
Step 1: Using google search for an article on a nutrition topic. Pick one article result and read it through. 
Step 3: Fill out the following table
Google Article Peer Reviewed Article
Name of article, website link, and author Name of paper, link to article, author
Background on author (Job title, degree, etc) Gather as much information as possible.  Background on author (Job title, degree, etc) Gather as much information as possible. 
In 2-3 paragraphs give a synopsis of the article. Make sure to include if they give proof or evidence to backup their claims. In 2-3 paragraphs give a synopsis of the paper. Make sure to include if they give proof or evidence to backup their claims.
After reviewing the article and the background of the author how reliable do you think this information is? Should someone take this nutrition information as medical advice? Why or why not?  After reviewing the article and the background of the author how reliable do you think this information is? Should someone take this nutrition information as medical advice? Why or why not? 

choose five specific nutrients from within the nutrient categories listed carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins, minerals water. For each of the nutrients you selected, create constant slides that address the following explain the functions of the nutrient within the body, describe how the nutrient is metabolized were primarily, digested, absorbed and transported within the body identify the current reference daily intake (RDI) for the nutrient for an adult.

I have started a paper and need help finishing it. I uploaded what I have and I put the rubric and additional information below.
Assignment Introduction:
Imagine that you are a nutrition assistant working at a pediatric rehabilitation center. This rehabilitation center provides care for pediatric patients who are recovering from recent hospitalizations. This facility is considered to be the bridge between critical care type hospitals and home care.
The supervising dietitian informed you that a new patient was admitted overnight from the nearby hospital and is now recovering from a skin graft surgery due to a severe pressure ulcer (bed sore). Imagine that you are asked to review the patient’s chart notes and provide a nutrition assessment summary along with recommendations for a therapeutic diet or nutrition support (i.e., either enteral or parenteral nutrition with or without an oral diet).
Patient information from the hospital medical chart:
Name: Cindy
Age: 6-year-old female
Height: 42.5 inches
Weight: 37 pounds
Admitting diagnosis (Dx): Cerebral palsy, bedridden, stage 3 pressure ulcer on sacrum, food allergy to eggs
Surgery: Skin graft performed to increase healing and reduce further infection risk.
Diet order: Thickened liquids and pureed foods with precautions due to dysphagia (swallowing deficiencies) associated with CP. No eggs: Egg Allergy.
Speech/Cognitive: Patient receives speech & swallowing therapy due to CP. Her speech and cognitive abilities were reported to be around that of a 2-year-old.
Cindy typically lives at home with her family. She qualifies for state-funded home health/medical care assistance due to the CP diagnosis. She is bedridden and relies on the home health nursing assistants for all of her care. Her parents have three other children and involve her in as many family activities as possible, but the actual health care is provided by the in-home health team. Cindy has had a gastrostomy feeding tube (G-tube) since she was just a few months old. It is to be used nocturnally if her intake of pureed/soft diet foods falls below the 50% mark for two or more meals. She received a specialized enteral tube feeding formula without eggs as any source of the protein.
For many years, Cindy was cared for by the same team of nurses and nursing assistants, and she did not have any major medical or nutrition-related problems. However, about 5 months ago, the state-funded program changed home health contract companies, and a new company and nurses/nursing assistants began to provide care. Cindy’s parents felt the care was substandard and reported it numerous times, but without any improvements. It was not until Cindy’s quarterly checkup that these problems were identified. Her weight had dropped by 15% in just 3 months, her albumin was low, and her lean muscle mass and general strength tests had decreased. Most alarmingly, she had developed a pressure ulcer (stage 3) on the sacrum. The MD immediately admitted Cindy into the hospital. Upon further investigation, the new home health company had been administering nocturnal tube feedings with a formula that contained egg as one of the sources of protein. They thought that it was a comparable and appropriate substitute for the previous brand/type of enteral formula. Additionally, they had misread or generalized the original diet order to only give night enteral feedings (via the G-tube) if her oral intake was “insufficient.” Until the issues were discovered, Cindy went several months receiving a full night of tube feedings that provided a feeling of fullness to her. She also was suffering from chronic diarrhea and associated malabsorption. Subsequently, she would not feel well enough to eat the next day, and the cycle repeated itself daily. She also started having many more nasal and respiratory symptoms, which the new care providers explained away as being typical seasonal allergies. She was prescribed an antihistamine. Her parents were unaware of the consistent nocturnal tube feedings because the nursing staff ran the feedings for 8+ hours (after the parents said good night to their daughter).
●Correctly identifies three reasons why Cindy was at risk for developing a pressure ulcer.
●Effectively explains how the risk factors contribute to skin breakdown by including credible evidence.
● Correctly identifies two reasons why Cindy was at risk for developing a pressure ulcer.
● Explains how the risk factors contribute to skin breakdown on a basic level.
● Correctly identifies one reason why Cindy was at risk for developing a pressure ulcer.
● Does not effectively explain how the risk factor contributes to skin breakdown/ pressure ulcer.
● Does not identify Cindy’s risk factors for developing a pressure ulcer. Does not explain how the risk factors contribute to skin breakdown.
Score of Criterion 1: Pressure Ulcer Risk Factors,
/ 25
Criterion 2Level III Max Points30 points
Level II Max Points
24 points
Level I Max Points
18 points
Not Present
0 points
Criterion Score
Criterion 2: Symptoms of an Egg allergy
● Identifies three or more symptoms of an egg allergy.
● Accurately explains why Cindy’s allergy status was not life threatening by citing supportive and credible sources.
● Identifies two symptoms of an egg allergy.
● Explains why her allergy status was not life threatening, but on a basic level.
● Identifies at least one symptom of an egg allergy.
● Does not fully explain why her allergy status was not life threatening.
● Does not identify symptoms associated with an egg allergy. Does not explain why Cindy’s allergy status was not life threatening.
Score of Criterion 2: Symptoms of an Egg allergy,
/ 30
Criterion 3Level III Max Points30 points
Level II Max Points
24 points
Level I Max Points
18 points
Not Present
0 points
Criterion Score
Criterion 3: Estimating Nutritional Needs for a Patient with Cerebral Palsy
●Accurately calculates Cindy’s estimated calorie and protein needs
●Justifies the amounts by explaining, on an advanced level, how cerebral palsy and wound healing influence metabolism. Uses credible sources to support ideas. ●Accurately calculates Cindy’s estimated calorie and protein needs.
●Justifies the amounts by explaining how cerebral palsy and wound healing influence metabolism, but only on a basic level. Does not support ideas with credible sources.
●Calculates Cindy’s estimated calorie and protein needs but with minor errors.
●Does not justify the amounts or explain how cerebral palsy and wound healing influence metabolism.
Does not include Cindy’s estimated calorie and protein needs. Does not explore the influences her medical diagnoses have on her nutritional needs.
Score of Criterion 3: Estimating Nutritional Needs for a Patient with Cerebral Palsy,
/ 30
Criterion 4Level III Max Points15 points
Level II Max Points
12 points
Level I Max Points
9 points
Not Present
0 points
Criterion Score
Criterion 4: Pediatric Enteral Nutrition Formula
●Recommends an appropriate tube feeding formula brand name.
●Verifies the protein source does not contain albumin from egg protein. ●Cites a credible source. ●Recommends an appropriate tube feeding formula brand name.
●Does not fully verify that the protein source does not contain albumin from egg protein. ●Does not cite a credible source. ●Identifies a tube feeding formula brand name, but it may not be ideal for Cindy’s condition. ●Does not examine the protein source within the formula. ●Does not cite a credible source. Does not identify or recommend a specific tube feeding formula brand name. Does not examine the protein source within the formula.
Score of Criterion 4: Pediatric Enteral Nutrition Formula,
/ 15
Criterion 5Level III Max Points35 points
Level II Max Points
28 points
Level I Max Points
21 points
Not Present
0 points
Criterion Score
Criterion 5: Appendix: Pediatric Cerebral Palsy Sample Meal Plan
Provides a sample pureed-soft diet menu to meet Cindy’s needs. The sample menu and summary include seven or more areas of information: food descriptions, serving sizes, total calories, carbohydrates, fats, protein, and any applicable micronutrient totals.
Provides a sample pureed-soft diet menu to meet Cindy’s needs. The sample menu and summary include four or five areas of information: food descriptions, serving sizes, total calories, carbohydrates, fats, protein, & any applicable micronutrient totals.
Provides a sample pureed-soft diet menu for Cindy. Food list and serving sizes are included, but a summary of daily nutrient totals is not included.
Does not include a sample pureed diet. No menu details or nutrient totals are included.
Score of Criterion 5: Appendix: Pediatric Cerebral Palsy Sample Meal Plan,
/ 35
Criterion 6Level III Max Points15 points
Level II Max Points
12 points
Level I Max Points
9 points
Not Present
0 points
Criterion Score
Criterion 6: Length, APA References, and Writing Quality
● Meets or exceeds length requirements 2 or more pages (500 words), not counting sample menu.
● Cites three or more credible references.
●Uses numerous in-text citations (quotes/ paraphrases).
●APA format is followed.
●Correct grammar, sentence structure, and word usage.
● Meets length requirements of 2 pages (500 words), not counting sample menu.
● Cites two credible references.
● Uses some in-text citations (quotes/paraphrases).
● APA format is followed.
● Minor errors are present in grammar, word usage, and/ or sentence structure.
●Length is at least 1 but less than 2 pages (250–499 words).
●Uses one credible reference.
●Does not use in-text citations.
●APA formatting errors are present.
●Major errors are present in grammar, word usage, and/or sentence structure.
● Does not meet length, reference or writing quality requirements.
Score of Criterion 6: Length, APA References, and Writing Quality,
/ 15
TotalScore of Unit 8 Assignment Rubric,
/ 150

We live in a world full of nutritional advice. Some of it is well-grounded and strongly evidence based, but much of it is compromised, biased, ideological, and potentially even harmful. One of the things I want all of you to leave this course with is a more well developed “Spidey sense”/ability to spot these faulty claims and be equipped to review, critique and interpret them. So we’re going to practice this a few times! At three points in the semester, you are going to: 1) find a nutritional claim online (blog, YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, etc), link and summarize it, and then 2) Apply a skeptical eye and research the claims. The final report will be short, about 2 pages. The majority of the work here will be behind the scenes, where you challenge the methodology of studies/claims and see if they hold up under scrutiny. So there’s not too much writing for these, but there should be a fair amount of research and thought.
Assignment Guidelines:
Select a Claim:
Choose a nutritional claim that has been recently popularized in the media. For example, some popular ones right now are: keto, paleo, intermittent fasting, carnivore diet, Mediterranean, etc. There are many, many more.
Ensure the claim is specific enough to allow for a detailed analysis but broad enough to find underlying research that supports it.
Make sure to link the source of this claim in the report.
Research the Claim:
Identify the original source(s) of the claim, which may involve locating primary research articles.
If the video/claim says “studies have shown”…ask yourself – which studies? Do they document their sources? What do the actual sources/studies say?
Retrieve and read the entire study or studies that the claim is based upon, not just the abstract or summary.
Critique the Methodology (these questions aren’t an exhaustive list – use these as a guide to get started):
Evaluate the research design: Was it an observational study, randomized controlled trial, meta-analysis, etc.?
Were diets self-reported? Controlled by the researchers?
How long was the study?
Analyze the sample size and population: Were they adequate and appropriate to support the conclusions? (This step is very important)
Consider the variables and controls: How were confounding variables addressed?
Who funded the research? Do you think there was any potential source of bias here?
Assess the Findings:
Discuss whether the conclusions drawn in the study are justified by the results.
Examine whether the media’s representation (where you found the initial claim) of the research accurately reflects the findings.
Are there other studies that have claims that run counter to the one(s) you found?
Conclude with a Critical Summary:
Summarize the validity of the research methodologies used.
Discuss how the claim holds up under scrutiny and whether it should be moderated or reevaluated considering your analysis.
References:
Cite all sources referenced in your analysis using APA format.
Include at least one primary research article and the media source presenting the claim.
(If you are aiming for an A-level grade, make sure to cite multiple studies)
Formatting Requirements:
Use 12-point, and 1-inch margins on all sides.
Maximum length is 2 pages (double-spaced); this does not include the reference page.
Include a header with your name, course number, and the date.
Tips for Success:
Avoid using overly technical language; your critique should be understandable by a general audience.
I want to see evidence of you “going down the rabbit hole” and really digging into these claims.
Remain objective in your analysis; criticize the methodology, not the researchers or institutions.
Be thorough yet concise due to the page limit; prioritize the most critical points in your argument.
The claims you find don’t have to be “wrong” to be investigated. For example, some nutritional advice in podcasts could be quite well supported. In either case, whether the claims are well-grounded or not, you need to demonstrate why they are reliable or not through the research.
How will you be evaluated?
Grading Rubric: Your assignment will be graded based on the following criteria:
The following breakdown is a general/rough guide to how I will weight different aspects of these assignments
Clarity and organization of the critique (30%)
Depth of analysis into the research methodology (40%)
Accuracy in summarizing the scientific study and media portrayal (20%)
Quality of writing, including grammar, punctuation, and adherence to formatting (10%)
Ultimately, I will be looking at how far “down the rabbit hole” you go. This will largely distinguish the B from A-level work. A B-level report will have some solid research, some good critiques of the claims, but present a limited set of papers and studies. A-level work should have a lot of citations and a level of analysis that shows a deep exploration of the claims from multiple angles. C-level work is marked by more surface level engagement. The steps of this guide may have been followed, but only at the base minimum of effort. Any grades below something in the C range have serious issues, or didn’t engage with core components of this guide.

Assignment Instructions: 
Use critical thinking and apply the information you learned in Chapter 2. 
Select ONE question from the list below and answer it completely.  
Write a well-written paragraph to answer your selected question.  
Your instructor is looking for 3-4 key points in your responses that relate to this week’s readings.  
Reference your information using the APA citation format.  
Participation in weekly discussions is worth a significant part of your final grade and this forum presents you with an opportunity to develop a lifelong skill of written communication. Please review the grading rubric attached to this assignment so you know what is expected. Please see the course calendar for specific due dates. 
Select the question you would like to answer from the list provided below: 
Describe the five key principles of a healthy diet and the tools you can use to help guide you. 
Explain what the DRIs are and the differences between EAR, AI, RDA, UL, and AMDR.    
What are the 2020-2025 US Dietary Guidelines? Include the 4 overarching guidelines in your explanation. 
What is MyPlate? Include the concepts of nutrient and energy density.  
What is the food label and why is it important? What information does the FDA mandate on every packaged label?  
The FDA allows 4 types of claims on food products. What are they and what specific criteria do they need to meet?  
What are the characteristics of a reputable and valid nutrition website? 
Restaurants are now required to post nutritional information on their menus. Do you think this will solve our obesity epidemic?  
Does reading nutritional information overrides the compulsion to order something unhealthy? How do you decide what to order in a restaurant?  
Describe what the phrase, “You are what you eat” means. Do you notice how you feel after eating certain types of foods? How might this relate to your overall health? 

Nursing’s primary focus is on the promotion of wellness and disease prevention. In this assignment you will develop and implement a patient educational brochure to educate your patient on the nutritional considerations of a specific disease process. Use any type of publisher software you choose to create your brochure. Information must be in the form of a patient educational brochure.
Develop a trifold instructional brochure on the nutritional aspects of one of the disorders below:
Type 2 Diabetes
Hypertension
Coronary Artery Disease
Chronic Kidney Disease
Cancer
HIV/AIDS
Include in your brochure all points below:
Explanation of the pathophysiology of the disorder. Provide 4 risk factors OR 4 symptoms of the disorder.
Two common, specific medications (not classifications of medications) used for the disorder. Explain how medications work to treat the disorder. Include 3 nutritional considerations for each medication. (Example: food interactions, foods to avoid, foods to take with medication).
Identify an evidence-based diet to prevent or reduce the incidence of the disorder.
Include at least 3 specific foods that should be included in the diet, provide rational for why foods should be included in the diet for this disease process.  
Include at least 3 specific foods that should be avoided in the diet, provide rational for why the foods should be excluded from the diet for disease process.
Examples of Evidence-based diets:
Dash diet
Mediterranean diet
Low carb diet
Low sodium diet
Low fat diet
Modified fiber and bland diet
Protein restricted
High protein diet
Include the information for at least 2 patient resources. One resource on the evidence-based diet and 1 resource on the disorder. Include name of organization and URL for the citation.
Include images or clipart to support your information. Trifold brochure should look professional. 
Include at least 2 evidence-based references (less than 5 years old) included in your brochure to support your information. Proper use of in-text citations and references in APA Style. References must be on brochure.
Double check that you have submitted the correct file. You will not be able to resubmit after grading. Only PDF or Word files will be accepted.

Weet-Bix™ Cholesterol Lowering
https://www.sanitarium.com/au/features/weetbix-cholesterol-hcp
https://www.sanitarium.com/au/products/weet-bix/weet-bix-added-benefits/cholesterol-lowering#topoffaqs
https://www.sanitarium.com/au/health-nutrition/nutrition/the-secret-ingredient-for-a-healthy-heart
please hyperlink the source in the answer or copy links in other pages
This product related to Ischemic heart disease (IHD)
a) Product description [200w] 
Describe the product you have selected.
b) Claims evaluation [500w] 
Describe the claim(s) made about the specific product / the labeling of the product. Think about: What claims or logos does it use? Who regulates the claims made? Are these claims trustworthy? Have a look on the manufacturer’s website for any additional details about the product. Are there any other features of interest that make this product stand out (color, font etc?)

in the files
also here is the link mentioned in the files
https://www.fda.gov/food/new-nutrition-facts-label/how-understand-and-use-nutrition-facts-label