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FSHN 459- Unit 3

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why is life expectancy increasing? (4)   immunizations, treatment, decreased child mortality, clean/safe water & food  
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which demographic has the highest life expectancy at birth?   hispanic female  
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which demographic has the lowest life expectancy at birth?   black male  
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what is the fastest growing group of people?   >85 years  
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big demographic trend of older adults   older women outnumber men by a significant margin  
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lifespan   maximum number of years someone might live (110-120 years)  
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environment vs access to healthcare   longevity depends 20% on environment, 10% access to healthcare  
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aerobic capacity aging   activation of mitochondriogenesis by exercise may delay impairment in mitochrondrial activity w/ aging  
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limited cell replication theory   all cells contain a genetic code that directs them a certain number of times during lifespan  
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molecular clock theory   telomeres that cap the ends of chromosomes shorten w/ each cell division  
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oxidative stress theory   buildup of ROS, breaks down cell membranes, accumulation of damaged cells and waste  
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calorie restriction and longetivity theory   decrease in in take 25-30% while meeting protein, vitamin, and mineral needs (decreases BMR and oxidative stress)  
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aging comes w/ progressive impairment of___ that results in   biological functions that result in increased vulnerability to environmental challenge and increased risk of disease and death  
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inflammageing   development of chronic low grade inflammatory status (linked to many chronic diseases)  
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CNS aging   decreased blood flow to the brain, decreased cerebral function, blunt thirst/taste/touch sensation and regulation, longer wake cycle  
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vitamin D aging   conversion of 25-hydroxy vitamin D3 to 1, 25 dihydroxyvitamin D3 is impaired  
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decreased GI things during aging (3)   secretion (saliva, mucus, HCl, enzymes), peristalsis, B12 absorption  
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renal system aging   takes longer to remove waste products (fewer nephrons, less blood flow, slower glomerular filtration rate)  
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endocrine system aging (4)   decreased estrogen/testosterone, secretion of GH, decreased glucose tolerance, ability to convert vitamin D (resistance of parathyroid glad to vit D)  
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musculoskeletal system aging (2)   decreased contractile activity, fluctuation in synthesis & breakdown  
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musculoskeletal system decreased: (3)   lean body mass, resting metabolic rate, strength  
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body composition changes aging   loss of LBM, water, lower reserves  
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prevent body composition changes   "use it or lose it" weight-bearing exercises  
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BMI and weight peak when?   50s  
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women physical exercise   increase in lean body mass  
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men physical exercise   slowed total weight and body fat gains  
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changes in olfaction   less ability to identify smells (spoiled or overcooked), possible blunted sense of enjoyment of food  
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sensual awareness gender differences   women higher than men throughout lifespan  
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changes in taste   # and structure of taste buds not significantly altered (functionality may change), disease and medications alter them more than age  
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saliva aging   lack of it-> slower absorption, higher sensitivity of oral cavity  
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enzyme found in saliva   amylase  
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appetite and thirst   over- and under-eating occurs due to lack of regulation mechanisms; less effective thirst regulating mechanisms  
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vulnerability to inadequate nutrition (3)   decreased appetite from loneliness, depression, drugs; lack of financial resources; limited access due to disability  
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major indicators of compromised nutritional status (4)   weight loss, underweight/overweight, low serum albumin, inappropriate food intake  
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energy intake regulation   communication among brain, pancreas, adipose, GI, and circulation  
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what affects protein needs? (3)   low calorie diet, inactivity, stress mediators  
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how much protein?   0.8g/kg/day  
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assessment of protein adequacy (2)   wound healing and infection  
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changes in protein metabolism during bedrest/inactivity & how to remedy it   higher N excretion due to lack of muscle protein synthesis; use AA supplement  
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2 problems w/ animal proteins   red meat/poultry increase likelihood of DM; preservatives/additives can damage beta cells  
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carbohydrates   lactase deficiency can develop  
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n3 PUFA   protective against cognitive decline, Alzheimer's, depression  
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diet & (age-related) cognitive disorders (3 nutrients involved in)   n3 PUFA, antioxidants, B vitamins  
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___ exerts effects against mood disorders   folate  
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risk factors of Alzheimer's (6)   HTN, dyslipidemia, atherosclerosis, smoking, diabetes, obesity  
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brain is very susceptible to ___ and how remedied?   oxidative stress b/c of many mitochondria; DHA is anti-inflammatory & an antioxidant  
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__ completes with ___ for sn2 position on membrane phospholipids   DHA; ARA  
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how does MyPlate differ? (5)   fluids vs dairy; bright vegetables; knife (lack of distraction); eat w/ others, exercise  
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3 factors that reduce intake   monotonous diets; too large of portion size; inappropriate mealtimes  
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3 factors that promote intake   appetizing appearance, liquids (between meals), eating at the same time(s) every day  
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beta carotene functions   cognitive function, eyes, cancer  
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vitamin E benefits   antioxidant, helps express an enzyme that decreases AA production, enhanced immune function, enhanced cognitive status  
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reasons for D deficiency (4)   less exposure to UV, compromised conversion, resistance of parathyroid hormone to vitamin D, drug interactions  
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for the same vitamin D level, ___ is ____ higher in elderly than adolescents   PTH is 2x higher  
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low levels of vitamin D associated w/   decreased cognitive functioning in the elderly  
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calcium supplements have possible effects on what? (2)   cardiovascular health and kidney stones  
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higher serum calcium associated w/ higher rates of ___   CV events in postmenopausal women w/ osteoporosis  
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vitamin C functions (2)   antioxidant, synthesis of catecholamines and neurotransmitters from AAs  
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folate (3)   low intake; protect against vascular disorders, cognitive decline, mood disorders  
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B12 deficiency outcomes (2)   atrophic gastritis (bacterial overgrowth), irreversible neurological symptoms  
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iron homeostasis is essential in ___   maintaining CNS function  
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causes of iron deficiency (3)   blood loss from disease or medication, poor absorption, low kcal intake  
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excess iron   causes oxidative stress that can lead to cognitive disorders  
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effects of Zn deficiency (3)   cognitive impairment, delayed wound healing, decreased taste acuity  
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effects of excess Zn (2)   immune impairment, more in Alzheimer's brains  
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magnesium   few get enough; >300 enzyme systems  
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Paullinia cupana   guarana (contains more caffeine than coffee)  
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caffeine   more sensitive to stimulating effects of caffeine  
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selenium (4)   antioxidant, immune, detoxifying, and brain functions  
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flavanoids and flavanols found in   cocoa, dark chocolate, red wine, tea  
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cocoa flavanols   heart health, brain function  
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flavanols study   2 cups cocoa per day for 1 month= better cognitive function and blood flow to the brain  
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teas   contribute fluid and antioxidants  
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prebiotics   feed health-promoting colon bacteria (FOS and GOS)  
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prebiotics may enhance ___ absorption   calcium  
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probiotics help with what? (3)   lactose intolerance, allergies, immunity  
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synbiotics   prebiotics + probiotics  
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plant sterols/stanols   compete with cholesterol in small intestine  
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substitute morbidity and mortality   lower mortality is offset by increase in morbidity associated w/ chonic/degenerative conditions  
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homocysteine   if elevated, higher CHD risk; B vitamin deficiency causes higher levels  
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hypertension   higher BP puts more force on potential vessel blockages  
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hypertension genders   3/4 of females over 75; 2/3 of males over 75 years  
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factors that predispose elderly to DM (4)   decreased insulin secretion, insulin resistance, impaired glucose tolerance, medications (other obvious ones)  
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30-75% of DM complications are attributable to ___   hypertension  
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metabolic dis-regulation associated w/ obesity and DM accelerates progression of ____   sarcopenia (and functional decline)  
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obesity and body composition (2)   increased risk of cognitive disability; fat mass redistributes in the abdominal area  
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sarcopenic obesity   excess body fat and reduced skeletal muscle mass and/or strength  
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osteoporosis is most common in which race?   caucasians  
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bone loss is accelerated due to what?   estrogen and testosterone loss  
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weight bearing exercise (2)   grows due to pressure on the bone tissue; increases mineral deposits  
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PTH increases blood calcium levels by (3)   increased absorption, decreased urinary excretion, releasing calcium from bones  
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minerals involved in bone building (8)   Ca, Mg, P, F, B, Zn, Cu, Mn  
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vitamins involved in bone building (how?)   C: development of collagen and bone matrix D: active transport of Ca K: formation of proteins to ^ osteoblast building & ^ osteoclast bone resorption  
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calcium supplement controversy   increased risk of coronary events for both men and women  
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2/3 of Alzheimer's patients are which gender?   women  
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obesity and cognitive decline   excess hormones and cytokines, higher risk of dementia  
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nutrients that may have a protective effect against cognitive decline (7)   n3 PUFA, vitamin C, folate, B6, B12, zinc, selenium  
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caffeine and cognitive decline   prolonged caffeine intake is associated w/ lower cognitive decline  
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mechanism of caffeine and cognitive decline   longer basal dendrites and higher # of spines in hippocampal neurons  
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hobby participation and cognitive function (3 theories)   use it or lose it, cognitive reserve, positive affect  
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stress and cognitive decline   glucocorticoids released; responsible for memory, emotional regulation (chronic exposure=bad)  
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flavanols function   enhance dendate gyrus (function decreases w/ aging) measured by fMRI and cognitive testing  
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GI diseases (5)   GERD, changes in acidity, constipation, diarrhea, food intolerances  
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nutritional remedies for GERD (5)   omit chemically/mechanically irritating foods, low-fat, non-spicy, caffeine/fermented, alcohol  
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vitamin B12 deficiency is called   pernicious anemia (often due to hypochlorhydria)  
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food-bound B12 malabsorption (causes) (3)   inflammation, bacterial overgrowth, antacids  
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effects of B12 deficiency (3)   neurological damage, walking/balance disturbances, cognitive impairment  
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general nutritional remedies for inflammatory diseases (6)   weight loss, antioxidant, vit D, flavonoids, vegetarian, food allergies  
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sleep and risk of disease   <6 or >9 related to all cause mortality among others  
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what is health   not just absence of disease; dynamic  
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centenarian   >100 years old  
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no national birth registration system until   1940  
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90% of centenarians in okinawa are   women  
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majority of centenarians in Sardinia, Italy are   males  
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supercentenarian   >110  
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okinawa centenarian study   slower age related decline; fewer Alzheimer's, CVD, cancer  
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why a longer life? (5)   medical, public health infrastructure, housing, income, nutrition  
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secret to longetivity   "ikigai"- that which make's one's life worth living  
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daily exercise (3)   provides energy, reduces stress, contributes to a sense of community  
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Okinawans relationship w/ food   they look for meaning and see it as a social activity  
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seasonal food   Okinawans get a constant diversity of nutrients because it changes throughout the seasons  
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hara hachi bu   80% full (Confucian-inspired)  
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Okinawans eat ___ ___, ___ ___   fewer calories, more food  
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Paramount foods of Okinawans   F&V; more nutrients; higher antioxidants  
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meatless protein sources   soy (antioxidants/phytochemicals), seafood (n-3)  
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lack of sleep can lead to (3)   overeating, decreased cognitive function, depression  
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gujah   having a strong-willed character; hold yourself accountable  
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adaptability   characteristic of Okinawans- challenges and setback can keep one cognitively aware and mentally strong  
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overarching character traits to meaningful longevity (3)   enthusiasm, curiosity, open-mindedness  
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