Conduct an interview of 10 to 12 questions with the nutritionist regarding healthy food habits
and ideal exercise routine for students. Also inquire about the ways to deal with study and
peer pressure.
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1) Should teenagers take a vitamin supplement to meet their energy level up?
It is useless to give a vitamin supplement unless the teenager is on a low-calorie diet. It is always preferable to take vitamin organically from fruits, vegetables and healthy fats.
2) What proportion of meal is best for a teenager? 3 large meals over a day or a 6 small meals a day?
Teenager’s metabolism is higher than an adult; it is advisable to give them a small meal at regular interval rather than large meals at longer duration. It will help them to keep their energy level high all day and prevent them overeating at meals.
3) Explain what is BMR?
BMR means Basal Metabolic Rate; it is an energy expressed in calories that the body requires to keep it functioning at rest.
4) What should be a daily diet for a patient with Type 1 diabetes?
Diabetes type 1 diet should include
Variety of food containing unsaturated fats such as nuts, avocados and oily fish
Avoid processed food
High fibre food
Eat more fruits and vegetables
Include beans and lentils in your diet
Reduce or avoid intake of salt, sugar and alcohol
5) What should be diet of a person who wants to lose weight?
To lose weight diet should be-
Low in carbohydrate: To lose weight quickly, you can have a small portion vegetables and one piece of fruit per day and consume around 20-50 grams of carbohydrate
Reducing calorie and fat intake
Don’t skip meals and breakfast- it will tempt you to eat more and may lead into excess weight gain
Food high in fibre and less in calories
Drink a lot of water through the day and keep yourself hydrate
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