01 Introduction Over the span of 20 years, the use of nutritional supplements have increased. With the rise of health and fitness influences in the media, the demand for quick fix products have surged.
The new interest in health and fitness
supplements can pose many risks as well as benefits for the public. It is important that all communities stay educated and understand to identify red flags when choosing over the counter supplements.
5/3/2023 8 Why is this important? • Health and wellness supplements are not regulated by the government • Taking at least 1 informative class on health and nutrition can improve one's knowledge on the subject substantially • Preventative action • Spread awareness • Supplements should be used along with proper diet and exercise 5/3/2023 9 Plan of Action • Moving forward, ensure you are doing your part before looking toward supplements. • Speak with your primary care to get labs done before you introduce a supplement into your diet • Encourage your community to take a health lecture like this one to prevent health risks • Share your knowledge with the people around you • Conduct ample research on the products you decide to consume rather than choosing the first one you see
5/3/2023 10 Multicultural and Diverse Populations • Multicultural and diverse populations are the most at risk for a lack of health education • This lack of education on the topic is one of the main factor of their leading numbers for preventable disease like diabetes, high blood pressure, depression and anxiety • As health professionals, it is our job to know and understand other cultures from our own so that we cater our practices to their care and with respect
5/3/2023 11 Why is Cultural Competence Important? - Cultural competence means that you are aware of the differences between other cultures. Which allows you to cater your approach to their needs. - It means that you understand there may be outside factors affecting one's health that is not in their control - It means you respect cultural food choices and don’t try to mold their diet into a western way of eating rather than find similar alternative. 5/3/2023 12 Summary Nutrition Education is Important Use supplements with good eating and exercise habits, not as a replacement
Supplement Risks Video Identifying Multicultural and Diverse
Populations in Nutrition
Read labels and look for red flags on Examples of Implementing Multicultural supplements and Diverse Population in Nutrition
5/3/2023 13 05 Closing Just like a doctor’s visit, everyone needs to take accountability on what they put into their body.
The nutrition supplement companies
are not regulated by the government; therefore, we must educate ourselves and our community on the risks and benefits.
Cultural competence is everyone’s job
to learn about and implement.
Every patient is deserving of equal care
regardless of their race or religion. 5/3/2023 14 References • Cultural Competence in Nutrition and Dietetics: What We Need to Know. (2021, April 9). Healthline. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/cultural-competence-in-dietetics
• 7NEWS Australia. (2019, November 27). The dangers in using sports supplements and calls to make them safer | 7NEWS [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gDulolwMTEI
• J. C., Perry, D. R., & Volpe, S. L. (2002). Effect of nutrition supplement education on nutrition supplement knowledge among high school students from a low-income community. Journal of Community Health, 27(6), 433-50. https://libauth.purdueglobal.edu/login?url=https://www.proquest.com/scholarly-journals/effect- nutrition-supplement-education-on/docview/220143194/se-2
• DiVito II, M. J. (2017). The Need for Private Regulation of Pre-Workout Supplements. Quinnipiac Health Law Journal, 20(2), 155–184.
