Andres Bonifacio College

School of nursing
College park, Estaka, Dipolog City

Nutrition

BSN BATCH 2019

 NHE

Prepared by:
Submitted to:
Acha, Elena B. Joanna B. Jauculan, RN
Agapay, Princess
Almojallas, Charlyn B.
Baoy, Marrialle J.
Benitez, KeinethCleoh D.
Beso, Marielle B.
Cuerda, Roeder
Dagodog, Lea Mae C.
Dofitas, Kimberlie P.
Gabreza, Mary Lindzee M.
 Objectives

At the end of 30-minute structured health teaching, the

learners will be able to:

Define what is nutrition

Discuss the importance of proper nutrition.

Explain the disadvantages of inadequate and improper nutrition.

Identify the common improper nutritional practices.

Identify the foods that falls under the three basic food groups (Go Grow
and Glow)
 What Is Nutrition?

Utilization of food to grow, repair and maintain our

bodies;

The study of food and how we use it.

The intake of food considered in relation to bodys

dietary needs.
Importance of proper nutrition
 Provides a Healthy Heart

A diet low in fats, cholesterol and sodium can

lower your risk of heart disease.
 For Bone and Teeth Strength

- A diet rich in calcium keeps your bones and teeth

strong and helps prevent bone loss associated with
osteoporosis.

Low-fat dairy products, such as milk, dark green

vegetables,

fruit juices and cereals are good sources of calcium.

 Provides Energy

- Increased energy levels are the immediate benefits of

switching to a healthy diet.

Eliminating excess fats, sugars prevent increase of

blood sugar level.

. Unhealthy carbohydrates : Candy

Healthy Carbohydrates : fruits and vegetables are most

nutritious.
 For A Healthy Brain

Proper nutrition increases blood flow to your brain, protecting

brain cells and helping to prevent Alzheimers disease.

For a brain healthy diet, avoid fried foods and flavor

baked, steamed and grilled foods.
 Weight Control

To prevent weight gain, you must eat no more

calories than you burn each day.

For weight loss, you must eat fewer calories

than your body burns daily
Disadvantages of inadequate and
improper nutrition.
 Weight Gain

You will gain weight if you consume

more calories than you expend
 Nutrient Deficiencies

While it is likely to be adequate in protein and

total fat, a poor diet can lead to deficiencies of
certain nutrients
 High Blood Pressure

A high-sodium diet is a risk factor for high blood

pressure, which can increase your risk for stroke, heart
disease and kidney disease.
 High Cholesterol Levels

Many dietary factors affect your cholesterol levels, and your

cholesterol levels affect your risk for heart disease.

Pizza, baked desserts, ice cream ,sausage and bacon, are among
the top sources of saturated fat
Common improper Nutritional Practices
 High sodium intake

The amount of dietary salt intake can affect blood pressure level

e.g. eating junk foods without drinking plenty of water.

According to WHO the recommended amount of salt intake per person

per day is less than 5 grams.
 High intake of sweet food

Eating too much sweets or sugar can cause early stages of diabetes in
adolescents and one of the main cause of tooth decay.
 Skipping meals

Skipping meals can alter your proper muscle and bone

development resulting to malnutrition.
 High cholesterol intake

too much intake of fatty foods could cause undesirable

weight gain and heart disease.
Group Activity