The document provides information on Arab culture and the Arab world, including facts about Arab populations worldwide and in the United States. It discusses the prevalence of type 2 diabetes in Arab-speaking countries and among Arab Americans, noting risk factors such as obesity, urbanization, and diet. The document outlines cultural considerations for diabetes care and management for Arab patients, such as views on responsibility, social acceptance, hospitality, and desirable body types. It emphasizes the important role of registered dietitians in providing culturally sensitive care and education to Arab individuals with diabetes.
Workshop 3: The Agriculture Nutrition Nexus and the Way Forward at The Caribbean-Pacific Agri-Food Forum 2015 (CPAF2015) taking place 2-6 November in Barbados with support from the Intra-ACP Agricultural Policy programme, organized in partnership with the Barbados Agricultural Society (BAS) and the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA). http://www.cta.int/en/news/caribbean-pacific-agri-food-forum.html
This document discusses factors that influence food habits and choices. It identifies the main factors as education, meal management practices, economic status, ethnicity, religion, and availability of foods. Education provides nutrition knowledge to make informed choices. Economic status dictates what foods can be afforded. Ethnicity and religion establish cultural food customs and restrictions. Availability of local foods also impacts what is regularly consumed.
Over 870 million people worldwide do not have enough food to eat, with Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa most affected. Hunger disproportionately impacts women and children, contributing to millions of child deaths each year. Malnutrition is the leading global health risk, even exceeding diseases like AIDS and malaria. Several organizations work to alleviate hunger, including World Vision's famine relief programs and Action Against Hunger which treats malnourished children and increases access to water and sanitation for over 5 million people annually. While progress has been made, hunger remains a severe global issue.
Food Habits In Different Countries by Nikita Jain.Rnikitan9
The document discusses food habits in different countries. It explains that food choices are influenced by individual preferences as well as cultural, social, religious, economic, environmental and political factors. When people immigrate to new places, they may find local ingredients unavailable and adapt their traditional recipes accordingly. The document then provides specific details on food cultures and eating habits in Germany, India, and the United States.
sociology of food and eating with details of psychology of food and eating, sociological perspectives history and background, food production and distribution, culture and civilization
Ppt on poverty, poverty, poverty in india, poverty in world, world poverty, p...kushagra21
Poverty is defined as being deprived of basic needs like food, water, shelter, and clothes. It is caused by factors such as lack of education, natural disasters, lack of money, lack of opportunities, overpopulation, and addiction. Poverty leads to high mortality rates, increased health risks, hampers children's development, inhibits education, and increases conflict. Globally, over 1 billion people live on less than $1.25 per day, 22,000 children die daily due to poverty, and 8 million die annually from lack of food and nutrition. The majority of the world's hungry population lives in just 7 countries including India.
Poverty is defined as being deprived of basic needs like food, water, shelter, and clothes. It is caused by a lack of education, natural disasters, lack of money, lack opportunities, overpopulation, and addictions like drugs and alcohol. The effects of poverty include high mortality rates, increased health risks, hampered childhood development, lack of education and social advancement, and increased armed conflict. Globally, 1.4 billion people live on less than $1.25 per day, 22,000 children die daily due to poverty, and 8 million people die annually from lack of food and nutrition. The majority of the world's hungry people live in just 7 countries including Bangladesh, China, and India.
Workshop 3: The Agriculture Nutrition Nexus and the Way Forward at The Caribbean-Pacific Agri-Food Forum 2015 (CPAF2015) taking place 2-6 November in Barbados with support from the Intra-ACP Agricultural Policy programme, organized in partnership with the Barbados Agricultural Society (BAS) and the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA). http://www.cta.int/en/news/caribbean-pacific-agri-food-forum.html
This document discusses factors that influence food habits and choices. It identifies the main factors as education, meal management practices, economic status, ethnicity, religion, and availability of foods. Education provides nutrition knowledge to make informed choices. Economic status dictates what foods can be afforded. Ethnicity and religion establish cultural food customs and restrictions. Availability of local foods also impacts what is regularly consumed.
Over 870 million people worldwide do not have enough food to eat, with Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa most affected. Hunger disproportionately impacts women and children, contributing to millions of child deaths each year. Malnutrition is the leading global health risk, even exceeding diseases like AIDS and malaria. Several organizations work to alleviate hunger, including World Vision's famine relief programs and Action Against Hunger which treats malnourished children and increases access to water and sanitation for over 5 million people annually. While progress has been made, hunger remains a severe global issue.
Food Habits In Different Countries by Nikita Jain.Rnikitan9
The document discusses food habits in different countries. It explains that food choices are influenced by individual preferences as well as cultural, social, religious, economic, environmental and political factors. When people immigrate to new places, they may find local ingredients unavailable and adapt their traditional recipes accordingly. The document then provides specific details on food cultures and eating habits in Germany, India, and the United States.
sociology of food and eating with details of psychology of food and eating, sociological perspectives history and background, food production and distribution, culture and civilization
Ppt on poverty, poverty, poverty in india, poverty in world, world poverty, p...kushagra21
Poverty is defined as being deprived of basic needs like food, water, shelter, and clothes. It is caused by factors such as lack of education, natural disasters, lack of money, lack of opportunities, overpopulation, and addiction. Poverty leads to high mortality rates, increased health risks, hampers children's development, inhibits education, and increases conflict. Globally, over 1 billion people live on less than $1.25 per day, 22,000 children die daily due to poverty, and 8 million die annually from lack of food and nutrition. The majority of the world's hungry population lives in just 7 countries including India.
Poverty is defined as being deprived of basic needs like food, water, shelter, and clothes. It is caused by a lack of education, natural disasters, lack of money, lack opportunities, overpopulation, and addictions like drugs and alcohol. The effects of poverty include high mortality rates, increased health risks, hampered childhood development, lack of education and social advancement, and increased armed conflict. Globally, 1.4 billion people live on less than $1.25 per day, 22,000 children die daily due to poverty, and 8 million people die annually from lack of food and nutrition. The majority of the world's hungry people live in just 7 countries including Bangladesh, China, and India.
Bruce Gould of Orlando, Florida, is an active philanthropist who has received a number honors and awards in recognition of his work, including the Jewish National Fund Tree of Life Award and the Jewish Federation of Greater Orlando Bornstein Leadership Award. Bruce Gould works with a number of charitable organizations, including the American Diabetes Association (ADA).
The document discusses transforming food systems to promote healthy and sustainable options. It defines a food system and aims to highlight the importance of youth participation in transforming food systems. The goals are to restore the planet, protect life, and integrate biodiversity while transforming food systems. Objectives include discussing what good food means, implications of poor food choices, and how youth can get involved in transforming food systems. The conclusion calls for ambitious cooperation to create a better future through improved food systems.
How social factors and modern diet influence food choicesFoods1975
Low-income groups face significant challenges in obtaining a healthy diet due to factors like cost, accessibility, knowledge, and cooking facilities. This often leads to reliance on cheap, unhealthy foods that are energy-dense but nutrient-poor. As a result, low-income groups have higher rates of both undernutrition and overnutrition, developing chronic diseases earlier than higher-income groups. Modern diets also contribute issues, as junk foods are high in calories yet lack nutrients. They have become widely accepted but provide little health value. Factors influencing food choice are social, cultural, and economic, so solutions to dietary issues must target these specific constraints faced by low-income populations.
There are 2 billion children worldwide, with 1 billion living in poverty. 134 million children between 7-18 have never been to school, and 246 million work in child labor. HIV/AIDS has created over 14 million orphans, most of whom live in Africa. Each year, 2.2 million children die from lack of immunization and 6 million under five die from hunger. The document calls for recognition of children's human rights.
Undernutrition among children under 5 years old remains a major public health problem. It is defined as being underweight, stunted, wasted, or deficient in micronutrients. In India, 33% of children under 5 are underweight. The Integrated Child Development Services program aims to address undernutrition through supplementary nutrition, healthcare, and education for mothers and children. However, the program could be improved by increasing its focus on the most vulnerable groups like pregnant women and young children, strengthening nutrition education, and improving coordination between frontline workers. Addressing undernutrition requires coordinated efforts across sectors like health, agriculture, education, and community participation.
The document discusses the importance of a balanced diet and what constitutes a balanced diet. It notes that a balanced diet contains the proper proportions of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water to meet the body's nutritional needs. It recommends obtaining nutrients from a variety of foods, including cereals, pulses, vegetables, fruits, milk, oils, and for non-vegetarians, meats, fish and eggs. Improper diets have been linked to increased risk of diseases like heart disease, cancer, stroke and diabetes. A balanced diet according to nutrition experts should follow the recommendations in the food pyramid.
India has high rates of malnutrition among its population. Over one third of the world's malnourished children live in India, where issues like poverty, population growth, feeding habits, social factors, and advertising of baby foods contribute to the problem. Malnutrition manifests in forms of undernutrition like stunting, wasting, and low birth weight, as well as overnutrition like obesity. It causes issues ranging from increased disease susceptibility to impaired cognitive and physical development. Addressing the complex social and economic causes is critical to reducing malnutrition in India.
Hunger Issues Forum SCC 2010 - Sue Foerster2ndharvest
This document discusses the paradox of hunger and obesity in America. It notes that nearly 1 in 4 American children live in households without reliable access to nutritious food, while obesity rates continue to rise. Risk factors for obesity associated with poverty include the higher cost of healthy foods compared to unhealthy options, fewer grocery stores and more fast food restaurants in low-income neighborhoods, and the stress of financial insecurity. While federal nutrition programs may not directly cause obesity, long-term reliance on them could increase risks for women. Overall the document examines the complex relationship between food insecurity, poverty, and obesity trends in the United States.
Food in the Arabic Culture PresentationMarwa Thabet
This document discusses food in the Arabic culture. It aims to teach students 10 components of the Arabic nutrition pyramid and 3 popular Arabic dishes. The document begins by outlining the learning objectives. It then shows a video to help students identify words related to the nutrition pyramid categories like carbohydrates, vegetables, fruits, fat, milk, and proteins. The document also presents the names of popular Arabic dishes like Koshary, Dolma, Shawerma, and Baklava. It asks students to discuss which of these dishes would most appeal to American tastes and why.
This document provides an Arabic language lesson on food, drink, and related topics. It covers names of different foods and meals, how to ask about food in Arabic, etiquette for eating on an airplane, and a sample conversation between a husband and wife discussing food.
This document provides an overview of traditional foods in Arabic culture, including desserts, main dishes, and sides. It describes several popular desserts that commonly feature homemade syrup and nuts, such as baklava and knafe. Main dishes highlighted include hummus, falafel, stuffed grape leaves, labneh, and makloubeh. Couscous and shawarma are also mentioned as staple foods. The document conveys that while recipes may vary slightly between regions, the core ingredients remain consistent across Arabic cuisine.
This was originally a 3ft x 4ft poster made for the India Night 2006 at the Oregon State University (OSU). I have split it into several parts to make a presentation. This one is about the varied cuisines of India that change from state to state and sometimes according to religion. Hope you enjoy the video :). Please vote, comment and follow!
Abdul-Aziz Al-Ghamdi provides information about traditional foods in Saudi Arabia. He notes that when guests visit homes, they are first offered Arabic coffee and dates. Food options vary by region. The eastern province features seafood and harees, made from flour, rice and meat. The western province is known for minto, yaghmosh and soobya main dishes. The northern province enjoys gersan and marasee'a, with the latter containing meat, vegetables and flour. The southern region, where the author is from, has foods like arykah and asydah meadow, made with flour, soup and various meats.
The ethics students tried wearing a burka to understand what it feels like. They reported feeling claustrophobic, anxious, and like they had lost their identity and personality. They felt it was uncomfortable, hot, and like being in a prison or cage. Most said they would not want to wear it for long periods of time or their whole life.
The author witnessed the oppression of women in Afghanistan during 2 years living there. Women are forced to wear the burka, which acts as a prison that obscures their vision and limits their movement. Under Taliban rule, women were banned from activities and work outside the home. Today, despite promises, conditions remain dire for many Afghan women, who face violence, poverty, and lack of rights and opportunities. The author dreams of a more just world where men and women work together for gender equality.
In this Slide show, we talk about the Caliphates system, and the Rise and evolution of the Arabic Nation (Ummah).
The Abbasids era, the Sciences, Arts, and more.
Enjoy
The history of the Islamic veil dates back to 5000 BCE in the Assyrian Empire, where veiling was a sign of social status. The practice of veiling spread with Islam in the 700s and became more common in the 900s, when laws disadvantaged women. Debates around veiling continued in the early 1900s, with some arguing it was a social custom rather than religious requirement. During the 20th century some countries banned veiling in public spaces while others enforced compulsory veiling. The practice remains a topic of religious, social and political discussion today.
This document provides an overview of Muslim culture by discussing several key aspects. It notes that Muslim culture describes cultural practices of historically Islamic people and generally includes practices developed around the religion of Islam. It then discusses Islam as the Abrahamic religion articulated by the Quran and teachings of Muhammad. Several topics are then summarized, including women in Islam, marriage, language and literature, Islamic art, architecture, music and belly dancing.
The document provides information about the Top Chef Contest & Art De Table Show 2012 event. It will take place from May 20-23, 2012 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, organized by the Saudi Arabian Chef Association. It will be held parallel to the Food & Hotel Hospitality Expo 2012. The event will include a Top Chef competition over 4 days with 5 international judges, as well as daily cooking demonstrations. There will also be an Art de Table competition for best table display. The document outlines the event schedule and categories, promotion plans, sponsor benefits, and samples from previous years.
This document provides information about various Arabic foods including:
1) Bissara, a soup made from dried fava beans, garlic, salt, olive oil, cumin, and hot peppers.
2) Baghrir, a Moroccan pancake made from semolina, water, yeast, baking powder, and salt.
3) Egyptian Hawawshi, a grilled meat sandwich filled with beef, onion, tomato, coriander, spices and bread.
4) Moroccan couscous dish made with chicken broth, shallots, couscous, walnuts, raisins and butter.
Bruce Gould of Orlando, Florida, is an active philanthropist who has received a number honors and awards in recognition of his work, including the Jewish National Fund Tree of Life Award and the Jewish Federation of Greater Orlando Bornstein Leadership Award. Bruce Gould works with a number of charitable organizations, including the American Diabetes Association (ADA).
The document discusses transforming food systems to promote healthy and sustainable options. It defines a food system and aims to highlight the importance of youth participation in transforming food systems. The goals are to restore the planet, protect life, and integrate biodiversity while transforming food systems. Objectives include discussing what good food means, implications of poor food choices, and how youth can get involved in transforming food systems. The conclusion calls for ambitious cooperation to create a better future through improved food systems.
How social factors and modern diet influence food choicesFoods1975
Low-income groups face significant challenges in obtaining a healthy diet due to factors like cost, accessibility, knowledge, and cooking facilities. This often leads to reliance on cheap, unhealthy foods that are energy-dense but nutrient-poor. As a result, low-income groups have higher rates of both undernutrition and overnutrition, developing chronic diseases earlier than higher-income groups. Modern diets also contribute issues, as junk foods are high in calories yet lack nutrients. They have become widely accepted but provide little health value. Factors influencing food choice are social, cultural, and economic, so solutions to dietary issues must target these specific constraints faced by low-income populations.
There are 2 billion children worldwide, with 1 billion living in poverty. 134 million children between 7-18 have never been to school, and 246 million work in child labor. HIV/AIDS has created over 14 million orphans, most of whom live in Africa. Each year, 2.2 million children die from lack of immunization and 6 million under five die from hunger. The document calls for recognition of children's human rights.
Undernutrition among children under 5 years old remains a major public health problem. It is defined as being underweight, stunted, wasted, or deficient in micronutrients. In India, 33% of children under 5 are underweight. The Integrated Child Development Services program aims to address undernutrition through supplementary nutrition, healthcare, and education for mothers and children. However, the program could be improved by increasing its focus on the most vulnerable groups like pregnant women and young children, strengthening nutrition education, and improving coordination between frontline workers. Addressing undernutrition requires coordinated efforts across sectors like health, agriculture, education, and community participation.
The document discusses the importance of a balanced diet and what constitutes a balanced diet. It notes that a balanced diet contains the proper proportions of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water to meet the body's nutritional needs. It recommends obtaining nutrients from a variety of foods, including cereals, pulses, vegetables, fruits, milk, oils, and for non-vegetarians, meats, fish and eggs. Improper diets have been linked to increased risk of diseases like heart disease, cancer, stroke and diabetes. A balanced diet according to nutrition experts should follow the recommendations in the food pyramid.
India has high rates of malnutrition among its population. Over one third of the world's malnourished children live in India, where issues like poverty, population growth, feeding habits, social factors, and advertising of baby foods contribute to the problem. Malnutrition manifests in forms of undernutrition like stunting, wasting, and low birth weight, as well as overnutrition like obesity. It causes issues ranging from increased disease susceptibility to impaired cognitive and physical development. Addressing the complex social and economic causes is critical to reducing malnutrition in India.
Hunger Issues Forum SCC 2010 - Sue Foerster2ndharvest
This document discusses the paradox of hunger and obesity in America. It notes that nearly 1 in 4 American children live in households without reliable access to nutritious food, while obesity rates continue to rise. Risk factors for obesity associated with poverty include the higher cost of healthy foods compared to unhealthy options, fewer grocery stores and more fast food restaurants in low-income neighborhoods, and the stress of financial insecurity. While federal nutrition programs may not directly cause obesity, long-term reliance on them could increase risks for women. Overall the document examines the complex relationship between food insecurity, poverty, and obesity trends in the United States.
Food in the Arabic Culture PresentationMarwa Thabet
This document discusses food in the Arabic culture. It aims to teach students 10 components of the Arabic nutrition pyramid and 3 popular Arabic dishes. The document begins by outlining the learning objectives. It then shows a video to help students identify words related to the nutrition pyramid categories like carbohydrates, vegetables, fruits, fat, milk, and proteins. The document also presents the names of popular Arabic dishes like Koshary, Dolma, Shawerma, and Baklava. It asks students to discuss which of these dishes would most appeal to American tastes and why.
This document provides an Arabic language lesson on food, drink, and related topics. It covers names of different foods and meals, how to ask about food in Arabic, etiquette for eating on an airplane, and a sample conversation between a husband and wife discussing food.
This document provides an overview of traditional foods in Arabic culture, including desserts, main dishes, and sides. It describes several popular desserts that commonly feature homemade syrup and nuts, such as baklava and knafe. Main dishes highlighted include hummus, falafel, stuffed grape leaves, labneh, and makloubeh. Couscous and shawarma are also mentioned as staple foods. The document conveys that while recipes may vary slightly between regions, the core ingredients remain consistent across Arabic cuisine.
This was originally a 3ft x 4ft poster made for the India Night 2006 at the Oregon State University (OSU). I have split it into several parts to make a presentation. This one is about the varied cuisines of India that change from state to state and sometimes according to religion. Hope you enjoy the video :). Please vote, comment and follow!
Abdul-Aziz Al-Ghamdi provides information about traditional foods in Saudi Arabia. He notes that when guests visit homes, they are first offered Arabic coffee and dates. Food options vary by region. The eastern province features seafood and harees, made from flour, rice and meat. The western province is known for minto, yaghmosh and soobya main dishes. The northern province enjoys gersan and marasee'a, with the latter containing meat, vegetables and flour. The southern region, where the author is from, has foods like arykah and asydah meadow, made with flour, soup and various meats.
The ethics students tried wearing a burka to understand what it feels like. They reported feeling claustrophobic, anxious, and like they had lost their identity and personality. They felt it was uncomfortable, hot, and like being in a prison or cage. Most said they would not want to wear it for long periods of time or their whole life.
The author witnessed the oppression of women in Afghanistan during 2 years living there. Women are forced to wear the burka, which acts as a prison that obscures their vision and limits their movement. Under Taliban rule, women were banned from activities and work outside the home. Today, despite promises, conditions remain dire for many Afghan women, who face violence, poverty, and lack of rights and opportunities. The author dreams of a more just world where men and women work together for gender equality.
In this Slide show, we talk about the Caliphates system, and the Rise and evolution of the Arabic Nation (Ummah).
The Abbasids era, the Sciences, Arts, and more.
Enjoy
The history of the Islamic veil dates back to 5000 BCE in the Assyrian Empire, where veiling was a sign of social status. The practice of veiling spread with Islam in the 700s and became more common in the 900s, when laws disadvantaged women. Debates around veiling continued in the early 1900s, with some arguing it was a social custom rather than religious requirement. During the 20th century some countries banned veiling in public spaces while others enforced compulsory veiling. The practice remains a topic of religious, social and political discussion today.
This document provides an overview of Muslim culture by discussing several key aspects. It notes that Muslim culture describes cultural practices of historically Islamic people and generally includes practices developed around the religion of Islam. It then discusses Islam as the Abrahamic religion articulated by the Quran and teachings of Muhammad. Several topics are then summarized, including women in Islam, marriage, language and literature, Islamic art, architecture, music and belly dancing.
The document provides information about the Top Chef Contest & Art De Table Show 2012 event. It will take place from May 20-23, 2012 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, organized by the Saudi Arabian Chef Association. It will be held parallel to the Food & Hotel Hospitality Expo 2012. The event will include a Top Chef competition over 4 days with 5 international judges, as well as daily cooking demonstrations. There will also be an Art de Table competition for best table display. The document outlines the event schedule and categories, promotion plans, sponsor benefits, and samples from previous years.
This document provides information about various Arabic foods including:
1) Bissara, a soup made from dried fava beans, garlic, salt, olive oil, cumin, and hot peppers.
2) Baghrir, a Moroccan pancake made from semolina, water, yeast, baking powder, and salt.
3) Egyptian Hawawshi, a grilled meat sandwich filled with beef, onion, tomato, coriander, spices and bread.
4) Moroccan couscous dish made with chicken broth, shallots, couscous, walnuts, raisins and butter.
This document compares the status and roles of women in Islam compared to other major religions such as Hinduism, Christianity, Buddhism, and Judaism. It outlines that in Islam, women are seen as equal to men and have rights similar to men. It then discusses how women's roles and status differ in these other religions, such as being seen as subordinate to men in Hinduism and having restricted duties in early Christianity and Buddhism when led by male religious leaders. It also notes how Judaism sees women as separate but equal with different obligations than men.
The document summarizes several festivals celebrated around the world: the Chinese New Year and Lantern Festival in China, the Songkran Festival in Thailand where people throw water, Carnival in Brazil celebrated before Lent, Eid al-Fitr marking the end of Ramadan in Islam, Hanami viewing cherry blossoms in Japan, and the Sinulog festival in the Philippines commemorating Catholicism.
The document discusses the roles and treatment of women in different historical contexts and religions. It notes that in ancient Rome and Greece, women were often regarded as property with few rights. In medieval India, some widows were forced into slavery or required to throw themselves on their husband's funeral pyre. The Quran established new rights and protections for women, such as the right to divorce and receive support from their ex-husband. It teaches that men and women have equal spiritual worth but different social roles in family life. Marriage and divorce customs under Islamic law are also outlined.
Cheese is a solid food made from curdled milk from various mammals like cows, goats, and sheep. There are over 4,000 types of cheese with different methods of production. Cheese was allegedly discovered by an Arab merchant who left milk in a sheep's stomach, causing it to coagulate. While cheese was once made by hand, modern technology allows for larger scale production. Characteristics like eyes and mold are part of the cheese aging process, and cheeses can be eaten raw or cooked in various dishes.
This document summarizes several festivals celebrated around the world. It describes festivals involving throwing water, oranges, or tomatoes like Songkran in Thailand and Battle of Oranges in Italy. Others involve lanterns like Pingxi Lantern Festival in Taiwan. Religious festivals discussed are Diwali in India, Shab-e-Barat and Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi in Pakistan. National festivals in Pakistan include Basant, the National Horse and Cattle Show, and Carnival celebrations are discussed for Venice and Rio de Janeiro.
Saudi Arabia produces 25% of the world's oil and is a member of OPEC. India and Saudi Arabia have economic ties, with India exporting items like basmati rice and Saudi Arabia exporting crude oil. Saudi culture is influenced by Islam, with practices like daily prayer facing Mecca. Strict rules govern public behavior and dress, especially for women who must wear an abaya. Business etiquette requires greeting elders first and avoiding topics like alcohol, pork, women or Israel when meeting with Saudis.
This document discusses the link between nutrition and culture. It explores how traditional diets from different cultures around the world shape identities and health outcomes. However, the rise of globalization and Western fast food is threatening local food traditions and contributing to chronic diseases. Preserving cultural food traditions through modern twists, sustainable alternatives, and nutrition education can help promote both health and cultural diversity.
This document discusses nutritional recommendations for managing diabetes in Arab countries. It begins by outlining the high prevalence of diabetes and obesity in the Middle East/North Africa region, with lifestyle and dietary changes contributing to rising rates. Traditional diets in Arab nations are shifting from foods like vegetables, whole grains and legumes to more processed foods, sweets, fast food and larger portion sizes. Fasting during Ramadan can also increase calorie intake. Barriers to following nutritional recommendations include lack of time, education, empowerment and misinformation. Overcoming these barriers requires individualized plans, education on complications, and attainable goal setting.
Nutrition-sensitive food systems: from concepts to practice: Resources for de...Francois Stepman
15 May 2017. Brussels. Infopoint Lunchtime Conference: presentation by Cristina Amaral, Director, FAO liaison office with the European Union and Belgium
Charlotte Dufour, FAO Nutrition policy and programme officer
Domitille Kauffmann, FAO Nutrition and resilience and capacity development advisor
Sustainable Nutrition: Malawi is Rich with PotentialStacia Nordin
This document discusses nutrition and agriculture in Malawi. It notes that Malawi relies heavily on maize as its staple crop, with over 75% of calories coming from maize alone. This lack of dietary diversity contributes to high levels of malnutrition. The document advocates for more balanced and diverse agricultural production of all food groups to support better nutrition. It presents various tools and strategies used in Malawi's agriculture and nutrition programs, including nutrition education materials, recipe books, and food availability calendars to promote growing and eating a variety of healthy foods.
This document discusses how social factors and modern diets influence food choices. Low-income groups have more limited and less nutritious diets due to cost, accessibility, and lack of knowledge barriers. They consume more energy-dense, nutrient-poor foods and develop health issues earlier. Modern diets consist of "junk foods" that are high in calories but low in nutrients. People's diets reflect the times and environments in which they live, with urbanization leading to increased risk of obesity and other chronic diseases. Addressing social needs is important to improving health inequalities related to diet.
Role of Nutritionists in Strengthening the Nutritional Scenario @ Base of Pyr...nutritionistrepublic
The document discusses the nutritional challenges faced by populations at the base of the economic pyramid in India, including increased rates of undernutrition, infectious diseases, and the double burden of undernutrition and overnutrition. It notes the roles that nutritionists can play in addressing both undernutrition through programs to promote breastfeeding and complementary feeding, as well as rising rates of diet-related non-communicable diseases through nutrition education and promoting healthy diets. Key interventions proposed include salt iodization and iron fortification, horticulture projects to improve access to nutritious foods, and behavior change communication focusing on infant and young child feeding.
Food Ordering App and Mediterranean Harvest For Life Addresses Health, Dispar...Tim Maurer
A food ordering app that incorporates nutrition support and incentives for healthy eating can help address federal nutrition programs and health issues. The app would allow online and mobile food ordering while displaying nutrition information and encouraging healthier choices through rewards. It could also integrate with existing POS systems, healthcare IT, and government assistance programs to track outcomes and incentivize reduced chronic disease rates and healthcare costs over time.
The document discusses the nexus between food systems and health and outlines several focus areas and challenges. It notes that food and health are interconnected in complex ways and addresses issues like nutrition, obesity, food safety, and access. Key goals are to ensure nutritious and safe food, promote strategies to combat childhood obesity, and work with communities to fight hunger and food insecurity. Several organizations like USDA, land-grant universities, and NIFA support research, education, and programs in this area. The focus is on developing a sustainable food system that improves environmental, economic, and social factors of health.
This science presentation discusses nutritious eating and cultural food practices. It is presented by four group members and covers the importance of a nutritious diet for health reasons like weight control and reducing cancer risk. It also justifies distributing food to less fortunate groups and examines sensitive eating habits according to different religions in Malaysia such as Muslims eating with their hands and Indians starting meals together. The presentation promotes respecting religious cultures to build a prosperous multi-racial nation.
The document discusses nutrition month in the Philippines and promoting healthy diets. It provides background on nutrition month, outlines the 2017 theme of promoting healthy diets, and defines what constitutes a healthy versus unhealthy diet. Maintaining a healthy diet is important as it promotes good nutrition and health while preventing disease, supports economic productivity and agricultural development, reduces food waste and environmental impact, and promotes gender equality.
Economic development and income levels impact food consumption patterns between developed countries (DCs) and less developed countries (LDCs) in several ways:
1) As income rises, diets shift away from staple crops like cereals toward more meat, dairy, fruits and vegetables. DCs consume more calories and protein per person compared to LDCs.
2) Physical, economic, social and technological factors affect food production intensity. DCs have greater access to technology and financing to intensify agriculture, while fragmented land ownership in LDCs lowers productivity.
3) Inadequate or excessive food consumption impacts health, productivity and economic growth. Malnutrition hinders development in LDCs, while obesity reduces health
The document discusses nutrition month in the Philippines and promoting healthy diets. The key points are:
- Nutrition month is celebrated annually in July to increase awareness of nutrition. The 2017 theme is "Healthy diet, gawing habit – FOR LIFE!"
- A healthy diet includes a variety of foods from different groups to meet nutrient needs while staying within calorie needs. An unhealthy diet is high in saturated fats, sodium and added sugars.
- Promoting healthy diets can help prevent malnutrition and diseases like hypertension and diabetes. Recommendations include eating more fruits and vegetables, whole grains and lean proteins.
Nutrition and Secondary Prevention: A public health projectdebbiewalkerr
Nutrition and Secondary Prevention: A public health project
University of Florida
Amarillys Alvarado-Sojo, Christie Champaign,
Kristin Miller, Debbie Walker, Chris Weiss
Glennah Trochet, MD, public health policy expert, spoke on how food policy influences our eating habits and choices and how we can improve our nutrition by changing food policy. Presented on Friday, September 26 at Grace Presbyterian Church's 2014 Farm to EVERY Fork event "Change Food Policy, Change the World!" in Sacramento, CA
Supporting Strategies From The White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, a...Tim Maurer
A food ordering app that integrates nutrition support and behavioral incentives can help address issues of food security, nutrition, diet-related disease, and health equity by supporting the 5 pillars of the Administration's health strategy. It can improve access to healthy foods, integrate nutrition into healthcare, empower consumers to make healthy choices, support physical activity, and enhance nutrition research. By enabling online/mobile ordering and loyalty programs, providing nutrition data, and using rewards/incentives tied to healthy foods, the app can specifically help drive traffic to healthy food retailers and venues. It also aims to address racial disparities in health outcomes by leveraging the app and evidence-based nutrition initiatives within healthcare through integration with electronic health records and incentives programs like SN
A food ordering app that provides nutrition support and incentives can help address several goals from the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health. Specifically, it can help improve food access and affordability, integrate nutrition and health, empower consumers to make healthy choices, support physical activity, and enhance nutrition research. The app would allow users to order healthy foods from various venues and provide nutrition information, rewards for healthy orders, and tools to track health progress. This could help reduce health disparities and diet-related diseases while supporting federal nutrition programs and research efforts.
Supporting Strategies From The White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, a...Tim Maurer
A food ordering app that provides nutrition information and incentives can help address several goals from the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health. Specifically, it can help improve food access and affordability, integrate nutrition and health, empower consumers to make healthy choices, support physical activity, and enhance nutrition research. The app would allow users to order healthy foods from various venues and provide rewards for ordering healthier options. It could also track users' nutrition habits and health metrics over time. The app is designed to address nutrition insecurity, diet-related diseases, and health disparities, in line with federal strategies and research advocating a Mediterranean-style diet for its benefits.
Food Ordering and Nutrition App To Addresses Health, Disparities, Costs and M...Tim Maurer
A food ordering app that incorporates nutrition support and behavior incentives can help address issues of food security, nutrition, diet-related disease, and health equity by supporting the 5 pillars of the Administration's health strategy. It would do this by enabling healthy food access and driving traffic to participating food vendors, providing nutrition data to help with healthier buying, and using rewards/incentives tied to healthy foods. Tracking cumulative nutrition and health stats could also help impact outcomes and reduce racial disparities that were exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Implementing incentives modeled after a successful SNAP pilot has potential for significant cost savings and prevention of chronic diseases like cardiovascular disease.
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2. The Arab World
21 Arab States identified by UNESCO:
Algeria, Bahrain, Comoros, Djibouti,
Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon,
Libya, Malta, Mauritania, Morocco, Oman,
Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, Sudan,
Syria, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates,
Western Sahara, Yemen,
3. Facts About the Arab World
“Arab” – referring to anyone who speaks Arabic as their first language
Over 300 million worldwide
Muslims, Christians, and Jewish Arabs
“Arab Americans” – Americans of Arab descent
Lebanon, Syria, Palestine
Arrived in the late 19th century
Largest community is in the Detroit-Dearborn area:
300,000-350,000 in the Greater-Detroit area
1/3 of the city of Dearborn
4. Islam
Monotheistic Middle East religion
beginning the 7th century
Five Pillars
Faith, Prayer, Charity, Fasting, Hajj
1.5 Billion followers worldwide
5. Islamic Holidays
Al-Hijra
Islamic New Year
Ramadan
The month of fasting - fast from sunup to
sundown
Eid-ul-Fitr: Festival of Breaking the Fast
End of Ramadan – celebratory meal
Eid-ul-Adha: Festival of the Sacrifice
6. Ramadan
Chabbakia-Fried dough, sesame seeds,
honey
Mujadarra- lentils and rice,
yogurt
Konafah- pastry made with phyllo dough and
cheese
Paomo- bread and mutton soup Khyar Bi Laban- cucumber yogurt
salad
Qatayef- Arabic pancake filled
with sweet cheese and nuts
7. Eid-ul-Adha: Festival of the Sacrifice
Asian Muslims celebrate with
sheer korma, a sweet dish
made with milk, vermicelli and
biryani.
In Bosnia and Herzegovina
stuffed vegetables called
dolma is served.
Uighur Muslims prepare
traditional Xinjian Noodles
8. Ramadan – Implications for Diabetes
Fasting - one meal at sunrise, one meal at sunset
Quran exempts certain groups from fasting for health reasons
Risks
Hypoglycemia – highest risk in those taking insulin or certain medications
Hyperglycemia – highest risk after overeating at night
Dehydration
Tips
Monitor blood glucose levels throughout the day – end the fast if <70mg/dl
Continue taking medications – dose/times may need to be adjusted by doctor
Dawn meal – whole grains + protein + fat
Dusk meal – limit dates to 1-2 per evening, drink lots of water, be cautious of
overeating
9. T2DM in Arabic-Speaking Countries
Dramatic increase in prevalence past 30
years
Wealth
Urbanization
Decreased physical activity
Changes in nutrition
280,000 diabetes-related deaths per
year
10. Risk Factors
Obesity
78.5% of people with diabetes are overweight
45.7% are obese
Modernization
Urbanization
25.5% have diabetes in urban areas vs. 19.5% in rural areas
Highest rates in wealthiest countries
Education
Marriage
Physical Inactivity
11. Risk Factors
Food Consumption:
Dates, milk, fresh fruits and vegetables,
whole wheat bread, fish high saturated
fat, refined carbohydrates, low dietary
fiber
1990-2007: Average energy
consumption per person is 2780kcal/day
12. Prevalence Among Arab Americans in Dearborn, Michigan
Sample size: 542 subjects in Dearborn, randomly selected
95% immigrants, in US for 11 years (mean length)
Mean age: 38 years
Glucose tolerance assessed with two hour 75 g oral glucose tolerance test
Higher in men than women
Abnormal Glucose Tolerance:
Affects 41% of the population 20-75 years of age; >70% those >60 years of age
Higher rates than white, African American, Hispanic populations in US
High prevalence of diabetes and impaired glucose intolerance + low detection rates = prevalence expected to increase
Need for increased public awareness and regular surveillance for diabetes, need to develop culturally sensitive community-
based interventions aimed at prevention and management
13. Diabetes in Arabic Population
Responsibility
Fatalism- belief that events are controlled/predetermined by fatalism.
Social Acceptance
Status and social acceptance are highly valued in Arabic population-
Illnesses like diabetes could evoke feelings of shame
Single men and women may avoid care
Role of the RD
Motivational interviewing- find culturally appropriate ways to help the patient take their medication, carbohydrate count, or choose different
foods
Educate patient– diabetes is unrelated to infertility or impotence.
14. Diabetes in Arabic Population
Desirable Body Type
Overweight is associated with “health”– strength, prosperity, wealth prestige
Westernization changing idealistic body image but mainly in youth, not in adult
population with diabetes
Hospitality and Generosity
Maintain good social status.
Food rituals—host offers unrestricted food (in quantity and variety) and it is
customary to convince guests to eating much more than they are capable of.
15. The Role of the RD
Understanding the cultural context of the disease
Values: conformity, associated with social honor
Patient with diabetes with this background may not
be skilled in self management
Patient may perceive RD or CDE to be authority
figures
Cause fear of admitting problems or asking
questions– feelings that they are unqualified to
participate
Providing quality care
Demonstrate a peer-type relationship with patient
Involve the patient in their care– what are their
perceived barriers, what are foods that they enjoy
eating, what is their plan of action?
Editor's Notes
There are 21 Arab States identified by UNESCO. Languages spoken by these different states include Arabic, French, Kurdish, Maltese, and English, to name a few.
Arab states: http://geography.about.com/od/lists/a/arab-countries.htm
Picture: http://www.maozisrael.org/images/content/pagebuilder/23459.png
“Arab” is both a cultural and a linguistic word. It refers to anyone who speaks Arabic as their first language. They are NOT a race, rather are defined by their culture and history.
They are mostly Muslims but there are also millions of Christian Arabs and thousands of Jewish Arabs too.
Arab Americans are Americans of Arab descent. Most originate from Lebanon, Syria and Palestine, however there are many from Egypt, Yemen, and Iraq as well. They began to arrive to America in the late 19th century and the largest community of Arab Americans resides in the Detroit-Dearborn area.
http://www.adc.org/2009/11/facts-about-arabs-and-the-arab-world/
Islam is a religion that developed in the Middle East in the 7th century. They worship one God, Allah, and follow the teachings of the Quran. They are unified by the Five Pillars which are the fundamental practices of Islam. It has expanded significantly from its birthplace in the Arabian peninsula to include Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas.
http://www.patheos.com/Library/Islam
Al Hijra celebrates the Islamic New Year, marking the Hijra when Muhammad set up the first Islamic state. It is a low-key event celebrated less than other major festivals.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/islam/holydays/alhijra.shtml
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar when Muslims fast during the hours of daylight. Fasting is intended to teach self-discipline, restraint and generosity and to remind them of the suffering of the poor. It is common to have one meal before sunrise and another directly after.
The end of Ramadan is marked by a celebration called Eid-ul-Fitr – the Festival of the Breaking of the Fast. They have special services and processions as well as a celebratory meal eaten during the daytime – their first in a month.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/religion/islam/ramadan.shtml
Eid-Ul-Adha is the festival of Sacrifice. To celebrate they sacrifice a goat and share meat with family, friends and the less fortunate. They also pray in the Mosque and give money to charity.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/religion/islam/eid_haj.shtml
Two meals- before dawn and after sunset. The second meal is heartier and heavier. The second meal is often started off with dates and then continued with eating/drinking throughout the night until the next morning’s before dawn meal. Both meals contain fresh fruit, vegetables, halal meats, breads, cheeses, and sweets.
Muslims in different areas may celebrate with different foods.
Examples of foods that may be served include: dates, pistachios, dried fruits, fresh fruit/veg, chabbakiea-dessert of fried dough with sesame seeds and honey, sherbets made from fruit juices water and sugar, lavash bread, chapatis unleavened flat bread with vegetables and meats, tabbouleh (bulgur wheat), pastry with phyllo dough and cheese, fava beans with garlic spread on beans, porridge made of meat, wheat, letils.
http://www.thekitchn.com/ramadan-when-its-ok-to-eat-and-94989
http://www.joslin.org/info/Ramadan-and-Diabetes.html
Ramadan can be problematic for people with diabetes due to fasting during day time hours. The Quran states that certain people do not have to fast, like children and pregnant or breastfeeding women. This would also include people with poorly controlled diabetes, Type 1 diabetes on insulin or Type 2 diabetes on mixed insulin regimen or those with very high or very low blood sugar levels.
It should be discussed with one’s doctor before they begin fasting to learn how their diabetes may be affected.
Certain risks are involved including very low or very high blood sugar levels and dehydration. Hypoglycemia is most likely to occur in people on insulin or certain medications. They should limit physical activity while fasting and be active after sunset.
Hyperglycemia is more likely to occur during the day after the fast is broken when people are more likely to overeat. Limiting concentrated sweets and being mindful of portion sizes is important.
Dehydration may be a problem during long, hot summer days. Drinking sugar-free, caffeine-free beverages frequently is suggested.
Tips to manage your diabetes during Ramadan include frequent monitoring of blood sugar levels and continuing to take medications as prescribed by your doctor. The dawn meal should consist of a mix of whole grain carbohydrates plus protein and fat to slow digestion and promote fullness. The dusk meal often starts with eating dates and drinking water. Limit dates to only 1-2, drink plenty of water, and keep portions in mind.
Over the past 3 decades, the prevalence of T2 diabetes has increased dramatically in Arabic-speaking countries. This correlates with industrial development. With great economic growth, they have become more reliant on a Western-style fast-food diet, access to cheap migrant labor, and greater opportunities for sedentary lifestyles.
The increase in T2DM accounts for nearly 280,000 deaths per year, with about half of all diabetes-related mortality occurring in people under the age of 60.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3407623/
Obesity is the major risk factor for developing T2DM. An estimate from NHANES reported that almost 80% of people with diabetes were overweight and about 45% were obese.
As the Arab world has modernized, they have become exposed to a more Western lifestyle. There are more people with diabetes living in urban areas compared to those in rural.
The prevalence is greatest in the Arabian Gulf area which has some of the richest countries in the Arab world.
The level of education increases ones awareness of T2DM risk factors, complications, management and lifestyle choices. Close to 30% in Kuwait were illiterate while 15% were better educated.
Also, marriage has the ability to affect the lifestyle of some couples as they become less active, eat together and reinforce each others increased intake.
The increased availability of cars, use of mechanized home and farm appliances, access to cheap labor, computer usage, televisions, and gaming devices has encouraged sedentary lifestyles.
Limited access to sporting/exercise facilities and cultural barriers deter women from engaging in physical activity.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3407623/
As the economy has improved and the Middle East has become more westernized, their food choices have changed drastically. These changes are associated with a high rise in the prevalence of chronic disease and obesity.
In the Arabian Gulf, increased food intake is part of the socialization process and is linked to customary large gatherings where meals consist of rice and meat (high carb/fat) are shared.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3407623/
http://care.diabetesjournals.org/content/26/2/308.long#T1
Objective- to examine the prevalence of diabetes and glucose intolerance by age and sex in the Arab-American community of Dearborn, Michigan.
Research Design/Methods—Glucose tolerance tests classified according to 1997 American Diabetes Association and 1998 World Health Organization criteria.
http://www.idf.org/sites/default/files/attachments/article_253_en.pdf
Fatalism- may cause the patient to not take responsibility for their disease state, may not work to prevent with diet and exercise changes. Can cause lack of motivation and initiative in taking care of the disease.
--RD can use this to their benefit, because despite this mentality, the Koran also speaks to emphasize free will and responsibility…may be able to use that to their advantage, and also showing people success stories of people who have made lasting changes.
Social acceptance—feelings of shame relating to an association of diabetes and impotence in men and infertility in women. Single men/women are at risk of having a tainted image/social status.
---Single men and women may avoid taking diabetes meds or changing eating habits so that they don’t’ draw attention to themselves so that others may not suspect that they have diabetes
Desirable body type-patient’s may be unmotivated to lose weight due to the cultural values regarding body type. Weight loss is also seen as undesirable because it could mean that the person has an illness or diabetes– which has negative social consequences.
Hospitality—hosts will offer unrestricted amounts of food and try to have the guests eat as much as possible by putting more on their plate, continuously passing food around – guests are expected to allow this and eat from all dishes.
--Tips to avoid overconsumption:
Eat slowly, “save” carbohydrates for the end of the day,
wrapping snacks in napkin and putting them in pocket or purse is culturally acceptable (if snacks are offered it is customary to accept it)
Take small sips of sweetened beverages offered
Offering excuses unrelated to diabetes as why they may not be able to engage in social eating – toothache
Incorporate snacks and foods that would be served into a person’s meal plan if this is a type of lifestyle that they engage in often.
Cultural context– Arabic culture values conformity, uniformity, and homogeneity. Because independence is not practiced, patients may not have a good skill set in decision making if there are too many options (food, treatment)
Seeing RD or CDE as authority figure could be detrimental to care. The patient may not be truthful, may not ask all questions, or they may make overreaching goals to please the practitioner.