Chapter Learning Duration: 60 minutes
Nutrition and Diets
What will you learn in this chapter
- Why do we get different diets?
- Different types of diets
- What is the most effective protein? The combination of protein with other food groups.
- Guideline to a healthy diet: the food pyramid
- Learning about the combination of foods and disease control
- Staying regular and constipation explained
- Calculation of food eaten with the various food groups (this is a very important section)
- Feeding the client:
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- Why do we feed some clients?
- What you will do to feed the client
Chapter Summary
By the end of this chapter, learners will have a comprehensive understanding of why specific diets are designed to meet individual needs and the most common types of diets. They will learn about the most effective proteins and their combinations, the food pyramid, and how various food types can be combined for disease control. Additionally, learners will understand how to compile a healthy plate of food and calculate the nutritional content of food eaten. The chapter will also cover the reasons for feeding some clients and the proper methods for feeding them, ensuring they receive adequate nutrition and hydration. This knowledge will equip learners to support clients with tailored dietary plans effectively.