NUTRITION ADVOCATE

According to Advanced English Dictionary, Adolescent is the state of development between puberty and maturity or a juvenile between the onset of puberty and maturity. Good nutrition during adolescent is essential for growth and development, health and well-being, and the prevention of some chronic diseases. Furthermore, poor diet and physical inactivity, resulting in an energy imbalance, are the most important factors contributing to increase in obesity in adolescent. Obesity is the most pressing challenge to nutritional health in this First decade of 21st century. The major nutrition issues among adolescents have shifted from nutrient deficiency diseases, common in the first half of the 20th century, to concern today about over consumption , poor dietary quality and food choices. What Are The Importance of Healthful Dietary Behaviours  In Adolescents? During adolescence, good nutrition and dietary behaviors are important to achieve full growth potential and appropria...

    Eating Disorders describe illnesses that are characterized by irregular eating habits and severe distress or concern about body weight or shape. Eating disorder can also be described as a mental disorders defined by abnormal eating  habits that negatively affect a person's physical or mental health. Eating disturbances may include inadequate or excessive food intake which can ultimately damage  an individual's well-being. The most common forms of eating disorders includes Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa and Binge Eating Disorders and affect both females and males. Eating disorders can develop during any stage in life but typically appear during the teen years or young adulthood. Although these conditions are treatable, the symptoms and consequences can be detrimental and deadly if not addressed. Eating disorders commonly coexist with other conditions, such as anxiety disorders, substance abuse or depression. Types of  Eating Disorders The three m...

So many people have made skipping meals a habit especially breakfast. We'll be talking about the numerous hazards that comes with skipping meals (Breakfast)  What is Breakfast?  Breakfast is the first meal eaten in the morning before attending to any work and it's taken between 7:00 am and 9:00am. It is the most important meal of the day.  Benefits of taking Breakfast Breakfast kick starts the body's metabolism, helping you burn calories throughout the day. It also gives you the energy you need to get things done and helps you focus at work or at school. Breakfast also gives you a chance to get in some vitamins and nutrients from healthy foods like dairy, grains, and fruits. If you don’t eat it, you aren’t likely to get all of the nutrients your body needs. Effects of Skipping Meals  1. Not taking breakfast makes one hungry throughout the day and we go for junks and snacks which invariably leads to been overweight eventually leading an increased risk ...