Food-drug interaction:
The effects of certain drugs can be modified by some foods and supplements and vice versa a food reduces or increase might affect the absorption of the drug. Calcium in our body binds to some antibiotics, inhibiting the body from absorbing either one. Some medicines are better to taken with a meal. A physician or pharmacist could give detailed instruction for when and how to take medication.
Fluids:
Fluids are specifically playing a major role when illness strikes, especially a cold or flu, which might cause fever sometimes dehydration and vomiting. Cool liquids such as fresh juice or cold tea help to control a high temperature. Fluids in our body damp nasal and sinus tissue to prevent soreness.
Calories:
If an injury prolongs a long period of inactivity the nutrient requirement remain the same; calorie needs may leave out. Selecting certain foods prevent you from unwanted weight gain.
Chronic Health Problem
Chronic health problems are long-term or recurring. Regulating some of these conditions can be achieved by strictly following a special eating plan, or nutrition therapy. With nutritionist specific recommendation, you can take medications. General guidelines for some major chronic disorder are detailed here.
High Cholesterol
Due to high levels of blood, or serum cholesterol improves the risk of heart disease and stroke. Medical nutrition therapy includes cutting down on all food that contains high cholesterol and saturated fat and adding foods high in fiber. Consuming soy proteins on a regular basis helps to control serum cholesterol.
High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure is also a risk factor for cardio vascular diseases. A diet that includes less saturated fats and sodium and rich in calcium, potassium, and magnesium helps to lower high blood pressure.
Diabetes
Diabetes is a chronic condition in which the body cannot produce adequate amount of insulin and control blood sugar levels. If the condition is untreated, it causes serious damage, especially to the kidney, eyes, and heart. To regulate blood sugar levels, carbohydrate intake is shared through everyday meals and careful food choices. High-fiber foods may decrease the carbohydrate absorption thereby controlling blood sugar.
HIV/AIDS
HIV/AIDS is a disorder that attacks the immune system which protects us from germs and other diseases. HIV infected people have a variety of nutrition-related problems such as poor appetite, nausea, weight loss, and changes in hormonal composition. Proper nutrition and exercise helps to recover from these problems.