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HUM-FNW Unit 6 Study GuideKEY
HUM-FNW-6: Investigate the health and nutrition requirements of individuals and families with special needs.
6.1 Determine the health and nutrition requirements of athletes, young children, and older adults.
6.2 Determine the health and nutrition requirements of vegetarians and people with food allergens
1. Ages 6 to 12 are continuously growing
2. Children develop habit they will carry with them throughout their lifetime
3. Parents need to set a good examples and encourage them to try new foods.
4. DO NOT use food as a reward or punishment.
5. 6 year olds and 12 year olds need different amounts of food but the same types of foods
6. Just like us children should be getting foods from all food groups at each meal.
7. Children prefer familiar foods but they still need those that are nutrient dense.
8. As they get older they will want more variety and want to try more foods.
9. Each meal should supply about 1/3 of the days needed nutrients and calories.
10. Many children have trouble eating enough foods that meet their nutritional needs.
11. Snacks can provide additional nutrients and can be things that children enjoy.
 Fresh Fruit
 Raw Vegetables
 Low-fat Cheese
 Yogurt
 Raisins
 Whole grain crackers with peanut butter
12. Children who skip breakfast don’t obtain the nutrients they need.
13. Breakfast provide ¼ of the days nutrients
14. Ages 9-13 Need…
1 ½ cups Fruit
2 cups Vegetables
5 oz Grains
5 oz Protein
3 cups Dairy
5 tsp Oil
15. Ages 4-8 Need…
1-1 ½ cups Fruit
1 ½ cups Vegetables
5 oz Grains
4 oz Protein
2 ½ cups Dairy
4 tsp Oil
16. Foods eaten by older adults need to be more nutrient dense than those younger than them.
17. Older adults
 Decrease physical activity
 Need less energy to carry on vital processes
 Require fewer calories
18. Diets of older adults tend to be LOW in the following…
 Calcium
 Potassium
 Fiber
 Magnesium
 Vitamins A, C & E
19. Osteoporosis is a major problem for older adults
20. Older woman are at the greatest risk for this because women have less bone mass then men.
21. Women also have more demands on their calcium stores than men because of pregnancies.
22. Increasing your calcium after osteoporosis develops will not cure osteoporosis.
23. Limited Income
 Can’t afford nutritious foods
 Food Stamp Programs
24. Difficulty in Shopping
 Cause them to miss meals
 Some grocery stores deliver for a small fee
 Meals on Wheels
 Church and Civil groups
25. Loneliness
 Unappealing to eat
 Eating is a social activity for some
 Senior Centers (nutritious meals & activities)
 Church & Civic Centers
26. Men 51+ Need…
2 Cups Fruit
2 ½ Cups Vegetables
6 oz Grains
5 ½ oz Protein
3 Cups Dairy
6 tsp Oil
27. Woman 51+ Need…
1 ½ cups of Fruit
2 cups of Vegetables
5 oz Grains
5 oz Protein
3 cups of Dairy
5 tsp Oil
28. Athletes have a high need for increased calories
29. 55-60% should come from complex carbohydrates. (whole grain breads, cereals, pasta, rice and
starchy vegetables)
30. Choose lean meats and protein.
31. Low-fat and fat free dairy products to meet the need for calcium.
32. Fresh fruits and vegetable will furnish the needed vitamins and minerals.
33. Most athletes can meet their nutrition needs if they are following MyPlate.
34. Added supplements are not necessary unless a registered dietician is consulted and advises that
there is a need for this.
 Costly
 Ineffective
 Dangerous
35. Water is most likely to affect sports performance.
36. Water before: the event begin drinking fluids.
37. Water During: the event drink ½ -1 cup of water in 15 minute intervals.
38. Water After: you should consume more fluids.
39. Sodium in sports drinks replaces the lost sodium during the event.
40. Water along with a normal well balanced diet can make up for the loss of sodium during an
event.
41. A Vegetarian eats a diet built partly or entirely on plant foods.
42. Lacto-ovo vegetarians include dairy products and eggs.
43. Vegans eat no animal products or animal by-products.
44. Protein sources for Vegans Include: legumes, nuts and grains.
45. Nutrient Concerns for Vegetarians:
 Vitamin D
 Vitamin B12
 Calcium
 Iron
 Zinc
46. Certain deficiencies can stunt growth in infants, children & teens.
47. Certain deficiencies can affect the health of pregnant & lactating woman & their babies
48. A food allergy involves a response to the body’s immune system.
 Blood Test will verify if you have these allergies.
49. Symptoms Of Food Allergens May Include
 Diarrhea
 Vomiting
 Skin Rashes
 Runny Nose
50. Most Common Food Allergies
-Milk
- Eggs
-Fish
- Shellfish
-Tree nuts -Peanuts
-Wheat
-Soybeans