discussion homework about 1to 2 paragraph each please separate them due in 1 week (sep 22)

The Ketogenic Diet Read the following articles below to answer the discussion questions 1. Read “Diet Review: Ketogenic Diet for Weight Loss” https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/healthy-weight/diet-reviews/ketogenic-diet/ (Links to an external site.) 2. Read “The Ketogenic Diet: A Breakdown…” section on “Potential Side Effects” https://foodandnutrition.org/from-the-magazine/the-ketogenic-diet-a-breakdown-of-this-popular-eating-plan/ (Links to an external site.) What biological mechanisms occur in the body when it is starved of glucose? Why might this aid in weight loss or insulin sensitivity? What side-effects are expected for someone following the ketogenic diet properly? What deficiencies can occur on this diet? Are there potential dangers from this diet? What are the long-term consequences? Discussion: Food Waste Please read the following article and watch the video below: 1. Read: Article "Waste By Design" http://sites.tufts.edu/nutrition/winter-2017/waste-by-design/ (Links to an external site.) 2. Watch: "The Extraordinary Life and Times of Strawberry" (2 minutes) The Extraordinary Life and Times of Strawberry | Save The Food | Ad Council (Links to an external site.) Why is reducing food waste so important? How can we reduce food waste in the US? Discussion: Health Claims Please review at least one of the following articles or videos: 1. Read: Article “Do Your Really Need to ‘Detox’?” https://www.nutritionletter.tufts.edu/issues/12_1/special-reports/Do-You-Really-Need-to-Detox_1873-1.html (Links to an external site.) (Links to an external site.) 2. Review: Article “Hijacked!” https://cspinet.org/sites/default/files/attachment/hijacked.pdf (Links to an external site.) (Links to an external site.) 3. Watch: “Supplements and Safety” Video https://www.pbs.org/video/frontline-supplements-and-safety/ (Links to an external site.) Why do food companies make health claims on supplements and processed foods? Why do consumers believe these claims? Can these claims cause harm? Can processed foods or supplements replace a whole food diet? Why or why not? Discussion: Eating Disorders No unread replies. No replies. Watch Documentary “Dying to be Thin” and/or the 60 minutes episode on "Orthorexia" Nova - Dying to be Thin (PBS Documentary) (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. Obsession with Instagram 'clean eating' trend turns into eating disorder | 60 Minutes Australia (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. After watching the documentary or news episode, what might be some risk factors for eating disorders? Considering the social ecological model, how might individual, interpersonal, communal, and societal norms play a role? How might we reduce the risk for eating disorders? Discussion: Nutrition & Exercise Please review the following articles: Article “What are Sports Drinks?” https://cen.acs.org/articles/95/web/2017/02/what-are-sports-drinks-and-do-regular-athletes-need-them.html (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. Article “Smart Pre-Exercise Snacks” https://www.nutritionletter.tufts.edu/issues/13_3/current-articles/Smart-Pre-Exercise-Snacks_2109-1.html (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. What is the purpose of a sports drink? When is it appropriate to consume a sports drink? When is it inappropriate? What are the negative health consequences of misusing sports drinks? What are some alternatives to sports drinks? What are the benefits to eating before and after a workout? What must be taken into consideration when choosing to eat before and/or after a workout? Discussion: Vitamins & Minerals. Please review the following articles: “Do multivitamins make you healthier?” https://www.health.harvard.edu/mens-health/do-multivitamins-make-you-healthier (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. “Getting your vitamins and minerals through diet” https://www.health.harvard.edu/womens-health/getting-your-vitamins-and-minerals-through-diet (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. After reading both articles and noting when they were published, what do you think about multivitamins? Why do we now have a “food-first” approach? Are there situations in which taking a multivitamin may help? Who should take vitamins and when? Discussion: Diet Analysis The 3-Day Diet Analysis assignment is a requirement for most nutrition courses. Food logs and 24-hour diet recalls are used frequently in nutrition to assess intake. Having completed the assignment ( Diet Tracking Assignment ) what was your experience in recording your intake? Did you find the process tedious or emotional? Did the process influence your food choices? Do you feel tracking intake is an accurate process? After analyzing your data, what did you learn about your nutritional intake? How did the data reflect your original perceptions about your diet? These questions are just some things to consider, but your response may be open-ended. Discussion: Protein Activity Review: Protein Article “Dietary Guidelines should reflect new understandings about adult protein needs” PDF on Canvas: protein requirements and the RDA.pdf This ties into the Determinants of Protein Needs Activity.pdf After reviewing the article and activity, what are the important factors that influence protein needs? What do individuals need to consider when choosing proteins each day? Can we absorb large amounts of protein in one sitting? Discussion: Fiber and Coconut Oil 1. “Fake Fiber? Good for health…or selling junk?” Fake Fiber Good for health…or selling junk.pdf 2. “What you need to know about coconut oil” https://www.nutritionaction.com/daily/fat-in-food/what-you-need-to-know-about-coconut-oil/ (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. 1. Adding fiber supplements to food is another example of why choosing a whole food diet is better than processed foods. What did you learn about fiber additives? Do all types of fiber offer the same health benefits? Are there side effects to fiber additives? 2. How does coconut oil effect cholesterol? What is the difference between LDL cholesterol and HDL cholesterol?