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Unit 6 Popular and Accessory Nutrients

Unit 6 Popular and Accessory Nutrients. HW205 Jennifer Neily, MS, RD, CSSD, LD Kaplan University. Upon completion of this unit, you should be able to: Define what an accessory nutrient is. Be able to determine why certain accessory nutrients should be recommended.

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Unit 6 Popular and Accessory Nutrients

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  1. Unit 6 Popular and Accessory Nutrients HW205 Jennifer Neily, MS, RD, CSSD, LD Kaplan University

  2. Upon completion of this unit, you should be able to: Define what an accessory nutrient is. Be able to determine why certain accessory nutrients should be recommended. Unit 6 Learning Objectives

  3. We will discuss where accessory nutrients are being sold, price and whether GMPs are ever mentioned. Focus of the Seminar

  4. Where have you heard this acronym before? What does it stand for? What does it mean? Not to be confused with GMOs which are what??? Remind Me… What are GMPs?

  5. Regulations governing the preparation, packing, and holding of dietary supplements under conditions that ensure their safety. What government agency enforces these? Good Manufacturing Practices

  6. An accessory nutrient is something other than a vitamin, mineral or herb that we can supplement with. An accessory nutrient would be taken to help enhance health, although not “essential” (necessary). The Accessory Nutrients

  7. Some Popular Accessory Nutrients • C0Q-10 • Carnitine • Glucosamine • Melatonin • Probiotics • Flavonoids • Phosphatidylserine

  8. What are some important flavonoids? • Quercitin • Citrus bioflavonoids • Green tea polyphenols • Proanthrocyanidins

  9. Additional accessory nutrients • Fiber supplements • Gamma-oryzanol • Lipoic acid • Medium-chain triglycerides • S-adenosylmethione (SAM)

  10. Essential Fatty Acids • Two EFAs • linolenic (an 18-carbon omega 3) • linoleic (an 18-carbon omega 6) • Omega 3 fatty acids: • ALA - soybean oil, flax, canola oil, walnuts • Good • EPA/DHA - cold water fish • Really, really good - BEST! • Eat more of these! • Omega 6 fatty acids: • Wheat germ, nuts, plant oils (corn, safflower, cottonseed). • Our diets have far too many of these.

  11. Dosage and forms Reasons to supplement Who is buying these supplements? Are they taking them for the right reasons? Where are they buying them?? How and why do people use these supplements?

  12. Examples of Glucosamine Supplement Labels

  13. Where are accessory nutrients being sold? • Grocery stores • Discount stores • Health food stores • Online stores • eBay • Mini-markets & C-stores • Where else have you seen them sold?

  14. What should you look for? How do you know which is the best? Why do the prices vary so much? Who do you trust? GMPs USP symbol Price. Safety. Quality.

  15. Summary: Accessory Nutrients • Defined: • Nonessential nutrients that may play a role in chronic disease prevention. • Research – know what and in what quantity has been proven to be beneficial. • Get independent research – not that which the company selling the product supplies. • Look for GMPs. • Know why you are taking them.

  16. Any questions?? • “Buy from a big manufacturer” is my MDs advice…why? • Any questions or concerns? • Thank you!

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