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Original Post (Due Saturday, Week/Unit 3 by 11:59 PM ET)
You may select ONE of the following discussion topics (Options A, B, or C) for
your original post.
Option A: The textbook shares three ideas for decreasing your environmental
impact in regard to protein consumption (see Unit 6 Section: “Protein Food
Choices and Sustainability”).
1.
What are the three ideas from our textbook?
2.
Which of these three ways would you be willing to try?
3.
Describe your current protein intake.
4.
Discuss at least three ways that you could change your current protein
intake to try this small shift in environmental impact.
Option B: You work in a nutrition education office. A client has been diagnosed
with atherosclerosis and isn’t sure what they can eat to help manage their
condition. Describe atherosclerosis including how diet plays a role in the
development of this condition. Provide your client with at least three nutrition-
related suggestions that could help them slow the progression of
atherosclerosis. Discuss the evidence for your nutrition-related suggestions.
Cite sources.
Option C: Visit the link for Dietary Supplement Fact Sheets from NIH (Week 4
Learning Resources > Page 5: Additional Content for Real Life). Select one of
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the supplements and answer the following questions. Use and cite additional
reliable and credible resources as needed.
1. What is the supplement?
2. Why did you choose this one specifically?
3. What are the typical uses?
4. What concerns do you have about this supplement?
5. What are food sources of this nutrient (if any)?
Two Responses (Due Saturday, Week/Unit 4 by 11:59 PM ET):
Responses to a minimum of two other students’ original posts
Strive to respond to classmates whose initial posts are on a different
topic than your own topic.
To earn full credit, include new, relevant, and helpful information (i.e. add
something that you feel is missing, ask and answer a question for clarity
or further learning, share a personal experience related to their post,
etc.)
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Units 3-4 Discussion Topic – Option B
Derek Hill posted Mar 26, 2025 9:43 AM Subscribe
Atherosclerosis is a cardiovascular disease that causes plaque accumulation
inside arterial walls, thus causing blood vessels to narrow and harden. The
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Units 3-4 Discussion Topic – Option A
Joel Zink posted Mar 24, 2025 8:52 PM Subscribe
What are the three ideas from our textbook?
1. If you eat meat every day, try adding a “meatless Monday” into your
week and experiment with some vegetarian recipes.
2. Replace some of your beef meals with dishes featuring chicken, pork,
eggs, fish, or legumes.
3. Eat smaller portions of meat and add more plant foods to your plate.
Which of these three ways would you be willing to try?
I am up for trying “Meatless Monday.” The increase in grocery prices has
already paved the way for my household. I do eat meat daily, primarily
chicken, but I have cut back. While living in Korea, I learned that rice and
beans make a complete protein, and since then, rice and beans have been
part of my daily lunch and dinner.
Describe your current protein intake.
My protein intake consists mainly of chicken, beef, and protein bars/shakes. I
eat red meat at least once a week, primarily fresh chicken from a local
butcher. I typically favor food (not just meat) with a higher protein content,
like yogurts, whole grain cereal, and broccoli. According to the textbook, the
Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for protein for a sedentary adult is
0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight per day (Callahan et al., 2020).
Discuss at least three ways that you could change your current protein
intake to try this small shift in environmental impact.
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First, I could swap one beef meal weekly with a plant-based protein option
like lentils or chickpeas to make a positive impact.
Secondly, I could reduce the size of my meat portions and add more
vegetables and whole grains to my meals. These small changes could lower
my environmental footprint while maintaining a balanced diet.
Finally, I could make a bigger impact by switching my protein source to
insects. Although, at first thought, it may sound disturbing, studies show the
high protein content of edible insects, often ranging from 40-75% protein by
dry weight, with essential amino acids that meet human dietary needs (Tang
et al., 2019). Using insects as a protein source would also impact insect
consumption’s environmental and economic benefits. Additionally, insects
require significantly less land, water, and feed than livestock, emitting fewer
greenhouse gases.
Reference
Callahan, A., Leonard, H. & Powell, T. (2020). Nutrition: Science & Everyday
Application, v. 2.0. https://openoregon.pressbooks.pub/nutritionscience2e/
T C Y D Li H S H Li C W i L & Li F (2019) Edibl
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Units 3-4 Discussion Topic – Option C
Javon Mclean posted Mar 22, 2025 3:44 AM Subscribe
1. What is the supplement? Vitamin D
2. Why did you choose this one specifically? I chose Vitamin D specifically
because it is good for bone health, fighting off bacteria and viruses, and
overall well-being.
3. What are the typical uses? It is typically used by people who are exposed to
less sunlight. It also helps the body absorb calcium, which is essential for
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building and maintaining strong bones.
4. What concerns do you have about this supplement? Excessive amounts of
Vitamin D can cause the calcification of soft tissues throughout the body,
cardiac arrhythmias, renal failure, and even death.
5. What are food sources of this nutrient (if any)? Fatty fish (salmon, tuna,
trout), beef liver, egg yolks, mushrooms, and milk.
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Option C
Tobye Summerour posted Mar 20, 2025 5:06 AM Subscribe
1. The supplement I chose is iron.
2. Why Iron? Iron deficiency is a common nutritional deficiency
worldwide, and iron supplementation is often recommended to
address this issue. I chose iron because of its importance in various
bodily functions and the prevalence of iron deficiency anemia.
3. Types of uses of Iron Supplements include: Treating Iron Deficiency
Anemia: Iron supplements are the primary treatment for iron
deficiency anemia, a condition where the body lacks enough iron to
make healthy red blood cells. This can lead to fatigue, weakness,
shortness of breath, and other symptoms. Pregnancy: Iron
requirements increase during pregnancy, and supplements are often
recommended to meet these needs and support the growth of the
fetus. Heavy Menstrual Bleeding: Women with heavy periods may
lose significant amounts of iron, making supplementation necessary in
some cases. Certain Medical Conditions: People with conditions that
affect iron absorption (e.g., celiac disease, inflammatory bowel
disease) or increase iron needs (e.g., kidney disease) may benefit from
supplementation.
4. Concerns About Iron Supplements: Gastrointestinal Issues: Iron
supplements, particularly in high doses, can cause side effects like
constipation, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Iron Overload:
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Taking more iron than needed can lead to iron overload, which can
damage organs like the liver, heart, and pancreas. Interactions with
Medications: Iron supplements can interact with certain medications,
including antibiotics, thyroid medications, and some heart
medications.
5. Food Sources of Iron:
Heme Iron (well-absorbed): Red meat (beef, lamb, pork), Poultry
(chicken, turkey), Fish (tuna, salmon)
Non-Heme Iron: (less well-absorbed, but absorption can be enhanced
by consuming with vitamin C-rich foods):
Beans and lentils, Tofu, Spinach and other leafy greens, Fortified
cereals and bread
National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements. (n.d.).
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Indyah Davis posted Mar 19, 2025 3:54 PM Subscribe
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1. The supplement I chose is aloe vera.
2. I picked this supplement because I have been using aloe vera since
childhood for skin care. Whenever I scraped my knees or elbows or
had acne scars, my parents would apply aloe vera to help with healing.
They told me it would aid in scar healing, which it did. However, I was
unaware that aloe vera could be eaten, so I found it interesting to
learn more about its properties and other uses.
3. Aloe vera is typically used as a skin treatment for acne, scars,
psoriasis, burns, and other skin damage. However, it can also be
consumed for potential benefits related to weight loss, diabetes
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management, and inflammatory bowel disease. (Aloe Vera: Usefulness
and
safety)
4. I have no concerns about this supplement since I have used it all my
life without any issues. However, through my research, I discovered
that long-term use can have side effects. Some people have reported
burns, itching, rashes, and eczema from using aloe vera on their skin.
Additionally, while aloe vera pills are considered safe for short-term
use (up to 42 days), potential side effects include abdominal pain,
cramps, and diarrhea. Studies have also linked the consumption of
aloe vera leaf extracts to acute hepatitis.(Aloe Vera: Usefulness and
safety)
5. As for food sources, aloe vera is sometimes used in drinks for flavoring
purposes, though I’m not sure how good it tastes. It can also be used
in yogurts, jams, ice cream, teas, and smoothies.
Reference:
1. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK350431/. (n.d.-b).
2. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. (n.d.). Aloe Vera:
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