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31/08/2022

Do you read Nutrition Information/Food fact labels on food packages? Well, you should. It's mostly on food packaging materials. It's not meant or designed to beautify the package, it is meant to educate you to make informed decisions/choices on foods you buy especially for your health. It shows you the key nutrients in the food and the servings.

A few days ago, I was so hungry and decided to eat noodles, however, I ended up writing about it on my WhatsApp status. So, I thought to share it here. I can't share the particular Noodles brand nutrition label here but you can check the ones you have at home.

The average person consumes two or more packs of noodles along with other ingredients (foods) including sardines, salted beef/ sausages, seasonings, egg, soy sauce and so on. Eating 2 packs of small noodles alone without adding anything gives you almost the total sodium(salt) recommendation per day, and even more when you add other ingredients that contain sodium.

While you require no more than 2300mg of sodium (salt) per day, not per meal ( 1 teaspoon not tablespoon o ), A pack (70-100ngn size) of noodles contains 500mg - 1250mg of sodium*. Depending on the brand, check the nutritional information/label on it.

No, noodles are not horrible but our frequent consumption of them is concerning. The sodium(salt) content, recipes/method of cooking gangan ni Koko.
If only we can stick to 1 small pack, once or twice a week. beht!!!!!🤔🤔🤔. Somebody reading this is already grumbling now, lol. Like, just one pack for a whole you?😂

Is sodium bad? No.
Our body needs sodium(salt). Our heart needs sodium.
Sodium is an essential nutrient necessary for the maintenance of plasma volume, acid-base balance, the transmission of nerve impulses and normal cell function. Sodium is found naturally in a variety of foods(fish, milk, meat, soy sauce etc) even pastries, bread, and preservatives.

However, you know what they say about too much of something right?

High sodium consumption contributes to high blood pressure and increases the risk of heart disease and stroke.

Be intentional about your food.
Read Food Fact labels/Information.

08/06/2022

So, there is this voice note about nutrition, eating for your genotype, wheat causing diabetes and so on, by a woman that has been going around on WhatsApp for a while now. I had decided to ignore it until my sister called my attention to it again yesterday.

There is so much nutrition information out there, unfortunately, much is from non-professionals and quacks "attempting" and "hustling" to sell their products or promote their company (marketing gimmicks). Many of their claims are speculations and are not scientifically proven.

As a public health nutritionist and Registered Dietitian(RDN), I believe it is important I enlighten us on how to identify these false claims. I've only mentioned about 5 points so far, but there are many more.

Before jumping on new trends, consult your Registered Dietitians and Nutritionists.

Please, read all the slides.

"scientia potentia est"
Knowledge is power

Festus Otedola Enitan RDN, MNSN.

17/05/2022

World Hypertension Day. ::: You are not too young to have high blood pressure, even if you are a young adult. Everyone should be familiar with their numbers. Keep your heart safe.

High blood pressure/hypertension does not cause noticeable symptoms, which is one of the reasons it is referred to as the silent killer.

Hypertension raises your chances of acquiring serious and long-term health problems. If not diagnosed and treated properly early on. The brain, heart, kidneys, and blood arteries can all be damaged by hypertension.

Nutrition tips :
• Exercise for 30 to 60 minutes on most days of the week.
• Eat more vegetables, fruit, low-fat milk or milk substitutes.
• Take whole grains (whole wheat, rice, sorghum, maize, etc.).
• Consume protein from a variety of sources, including beans, nuts and seeds, lean meats (no or low-fat meat), poultry, and fish.
• Maintaining a healthy weight for your age and gender. Speak with a Registered Dietitian- nutritionist if you need assistance losing weight.
• Reduce your sodium (salt) intake.
• Limit your alcohol consumption (drink responsibly).
• Quit smoking
• Drink enough water daily.
• Regularly check your blood pressure. Get a Bp monitor or go to your neighbourhood drugstore or health centre.

19/04/2022

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• Who resides in any of these places, Igbokoda, Okitipupa, Ondo town, Owo, Akure?
• And does not have or have not seen a Dietitian

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07/03/2022

NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH ::: LESSON 2

Did you know that a nutritionist is not always a dietitian but a dietitian is always a nutritionist?

I.e all dietitians are nutritionists but not all nutritionists are dietitians.

In a country like ours, where anyone can just call themselves a nutritionist based on a personal weight loss experience or after one or two Google checks /subscriptions/workout sessions.

The term "Nutritionist" is not regulated as much as it should, that's why you see almost everyone on social media telling you what to eat and not to eat, somebody can just wake up and start selling slimming or detox tea, cook up stories and sell to those who are ignorant. Anyone who didn't study the course in an accredited university can just claim to be a nutritionist and most likely nobody will question them.

However, it is regulated in some countries, you can't just claim to be or call yourself a nutritionist without proper education or certification. There are active and working regulations and boards.

Whereas the term "Dietitian" is regulated.
✅It means the person graduated with at least a bachelor degree from an accredited university.
✅-Completed 1200 hour (or 1 year) internship of supervised practice in an accredited institution
✅ Passed the National examination by the ( National Board)
✅Maintains continuing professional education hours

Festus Otedola Enitan RDN, MNSN
Registered Dietitian - Nutritionist
Public Health Nutritionist.

01/03/2022

Registered Dietitian - Nutritionist Month(RDN) ::: Learn New Words

Nutritionalist ❌
Nutritional officer ❌
Dietrician ❌
Dietician ❌ ( This is more about spelling)
Dietetrics ❌

Nutritionist ✅
Nutrition Officer ✅
Dietitian ✅
Dietetics ✅

Yesterday, about 4 people called me "Nutritionalist" at work, even health workers😡. Wo, you people will just change somebody's name/title just like that. Please, let's learn to address people properly. If you don't know how to address/call a person/title, just ask them. No crime in asking, E se o. I love you all🥰🤗.

Happy New Month

Have a nice day🥰🤗👍🏼

13/01/2022

Iron:: Nutrition Myth/ Misinformation

Maltina + Milk
Will not give you blood.

It is not blood tonic ( Ogun Eje)

Do you have a low PCV?
Take Iron-rich foods.

Milk is not rich in Iron, it is a poor source of iron, contains negligible amounts.

Otedola Enitan (RDN)

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08/01/2022

SMART Nutrition and Health Resolution or goal :::

Many of us are still struggling with a resolution or goal because they are vague, not sustainable or realistic and/or timely.
Every year we set Fitness, wellness and health goals or make resolutions but we keep getting the same results. We keep going back to where we started. Same method, same result.

Making a SMART goal or resolution increases your chances of sticking to it and achieving them.
So, what is SMART?
S = Specific
M = Measurable
A = Attainable /Achievable
R = Relevant
T= Timely
Your goal or resolution should be Specific, Measurable, attainable, Relevant, and Timely.

Examples:
1) Non-SMART goal: I will/ I'm going to lose 10kg this year
SMART Goal: I will/ I'm going to lose 1kg every month

2) Non - SMART: I will go to the gym regularly this year or I will work out regularly.
SMART: I will go to the gym 2/3 times a week or I will work out for 40 minutes 3 times a week

3) Non-SMART: I will take water regularly this year.
SMART: I will take 6-8cups of water daily

4) Non- SMART: I will take a lot of fruits this year
SMART: I will 5-8 servings of fruit daily.

5) Non- SMART: I am going to save money meant for "junks" this year.
SMART: I am going to save 100naira daily from the "Junks" allowance ( more money for you at the end)

′***Make an example of a SMART Nutrition goal😁 ***

Also, you should know that you don't have to be too hard on yourself. Do it at your own pace, don't be pressured. Sometimes, you may perform below or above the set plan, it is very okay. One step back should not undo all your efforts.

This is just to help guide you and to think within the SMART framework. Check-in with yourself and celebrate small wins.

11/11/2021

A Blessing or A Poison? Part 2 (Read Part 1)

What Is Botulism?

, while extremely rare, is a toxin or poison produced by the bacteria Clostridium botulinum ( C. botulinum) is a very serious danger in canned goods. Botulism is a deadly food poisoning. The botulism bacteria grow best in anaerobic (absence of oxygen) conditions.Since the canning process forces air out of food, the C. botulinum bacteria may find damaged canned foods a good place to grow and produce the toxin. Low-acid vegetables such as green beans, corn, beets, and peas, which may have picked up C. botulinum spores from the soil, are at risk.

Food-borne botulism is a rare, acute and potentially fatal neurologic disorder that results from ingestion of food contaminated by botulinum toxin released from the anaerobic, spore-forming,bacterium Clostridium botulinum

You cant see it, smell it or taste it but a small taste of food containing it could kill you.

Dented canned food can poison you with botulism, HOW?

The bacterium that causes botulism, C. botulinum, exists as a spore and is everywhere in our environment. The spore is tolerant of oxygen and is a dormant state of the organism. It is that which enters through a crack or dent or hole (which is highly unlikely due to commercial treatment of foods for canning, though is a risk for home-canned foods), and then, upon entering the oxygen-free environment of the can, rich with food and water, it germinates and grows. So, dented cans do pose a risk for botulism. Other organisms that might enter only facilitate that process by consuming whatever small amounts of oxygen might be in the can.

Read Final Part, 3

11/11/2021

A Blessing or Poison? Part 1 (Shared it in slides on my Status)

A recent experience reminded me of another childhood experience 😁. Let me share the first one that happened recently, So, I went to the market to get some foodstuff and while picking the items, the salesgirl pointed at a canned Tomatoes paste " Aunty, take this one, it's bigger". Well, I had to see for myself the bigger one, lol (who no like better thing 🙈). Although it was dented, it looked bigger than the rest (bulged). So, I told her, No thanks. She was surprised and disappointed, cause I could see it written all over her face, why? Like, this Aunty no sabi better.

Many of us would pick the dented or bulged Can over the other because of the size or the price (sometimes they are cheaper, the market women sell them off at a lesser price to dispose of them fast)

Now let's talk about why I said NO, or why I rejected a robust canned tomato paste. Some years back, I would have bought the Dented/ bulged Can, it wouldn't have meant anything serious to me but after taking a course on food preservation and poisoning, I knew better.

My fear was the questionable (but possible) risk of BOTULISM contamination.

Although, a bulge or dent could also be due to an inadequate preservative process and not necessarily botulinum growth. Leaking and bulging can also be signs of compromised canned food or mishandling but it is better to be safe.

Read Part 2

11/11/2021

A BLESSING or A POISON?

A recent experience reminded me of another childhood experience 😁. Let me share the first one that happened recently. So, I went to the market to get some foodstuffs and while picking the items, the salesgirl pointed at a canned Tomatoes paste " Aunty, take this one, it's bigger". Well, I had to see for myself the bigger one, lol (who no like better thing 🙈). Although it was dented, it looked bigger than the rest (bulged). So, I told her nicely, No thanks. She was surprised and disappointed, cause I could see it written all over her face, why? Like, this Aunty no Sabi better.

Why would anyone reject a bigger and cheaper(sometimes) Canned Tomato paste?

Can you guess?

10/08/2021

One year of promoting complete health and wellness through diet therapy and Nutrition 💃💃💃💃

One year of operating a walk-in Nutrition Clinic, and still counting by God's grace 🙏

We are grateful for the journey so far, thank God. Thanks to everyone who has been part of this journey, we do not take it for granted. We love you ❤❤❤

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