Describe at least three factors that influence adolescent food choices and the nutrition-related concerns in this population.

Part 1: Nutrition and Chronic Disease Consider the following scenario: Andy is a 35-year-old accountant who loves working overtime and has also set up his own business. He is 6 feet 2 inches tall, weighs 250 pounds, smokes cigarettes, and drinks alcohol (about 3 drinks every night). He has no time to cook and orders take-out a lot.  He does not take the time to exercise. He recently had his annual physical exam and discovered that his A1C was 6.0%, which makes him prediabetic. His blood pressure was 140/90. His father was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes 2 years ago. Now Andy is ready to modify his diet and lifestyle choices.  Based on Andy’s scenario, what are his risk factors for chronic disease?  Complete Andy’s Chronic Disease Risk Assessment by answering the questions. Consult your textbook, Nutrition: Concepts and Controversies 16e, particularly Chapter 11.   1. Name 6 risk factors.2. Which Chronic Disease(s) is Andy at risk for? Name 4 Diet-related Chronic Diseases. Compare the…

Disparities in Obesity Prevalence Which of the following contributes most to disparities in obesity prevalence? Check All That Apply Food Access Behavior Racism Genetics Hormone Imbalances

What percentage of population nutrition services do Local Health Departments provide?