Research paper on human nutrition.

In this assignment, you are required to write a paper on what “human nutrition” is.  Why is understanding human nutrition necessary for your declared major and future career? Then, provide an example of a specific instance where you may need to apply the information learned in this course. (6 points). In addition, describe how your perception of human nutrition has changed from the beginning of the semester until now.Most importantly, what was the most interesting or and useful information that you learned in this course?

Moreover,what information did you learn that could be used to improve the nutritional status, health and wellness. Of you, your family, friends and community?(9 points). In September 2017, the Caribbean island of Puerto Rico was devastated by two major hurricanes. The Hurricanes Irma and Maria. In addition to the lack of power and electricity among 95% of residents, residents experienced lack of and/or limited food, (clean) drinking water, medicine, personal care items and fuel. (15 points). So firstly,why would food availability, accessibility and safety be of concern?

Research paper on human nutrition.

Secondly,are food borne illnesses of concern? If so, what microorganisms and food sources are of interest? And how can the risks of food borne illness be decreased? Thirdly, how is the nutrient intake and nutritional status. For instance, the risks for deficiencies and toxicities of residents potentially affected? Lastly, what are some potential short-term and long-term consequences of these hurricanes to nutritional status, health and disease risk among residents?

Additionally, how can human nutrition be useful in the: one, prevention. Two, diagnosis. Three, management and four, treatment of chronic,diet related diseases? Then, select a specific diet-related chronic disease and outline the role of nutrition along this continuum. Generate a figure similar to the one below to summarize the definition, etiology(causes), patho physiology (alterations in physiological processes resulting from disease). Finally, explain on the management/treatment (*medical, dietary or nutritional, behavioral or lifestyle) and prevention of the specific disease. (20 points).

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