Vianna Rodriguez

Sensible fluid loss is noticeable! This can be when kidneys excrete water as urine or sweat during exercise. Insensible fluid loss is not perceived! This can be through skin (not sweating) or lungs during exhalation. #NUTR321 #stayhydrated

Lipolysis is when adipocyte triglycerides are broken down by lipases to yield glycerol and three fatty acids. Glycerol is converted to pyruvate, then to acetyl CoA for entry into the TCA cycle! #NUTR321

The electron transport chain occurs in the inner membrane of the mitochondria. For one molecule of glucose, we can generate between 32-38 ATP in total. #NUTR321

Did you know that when amino acids are utilized in the body and broken down, we release nitrogen component as ammonia/ ammonium ion? #NUTR321 #things

The 9 essential amino acids are Threonine, Valine, Tryptophan, Isoleucine, Leucine, Lysine, Phenylalanine, Methionine, and Histidine. Be sure to get them in your diet! #NUTR321

Essential fatty acids canNOT be made by the body and must be obtained from food! They are also precursors to eicosanoids which regulate cell function! #NUTR321

Insulin and Glucagon, what’s the difference? Insulin signals the fed state- it stimulates the storage of fuels & synthesis of proteins. Glucagon on the other hand signals a fasted state- it stimulates the release of stored fuels to maintain blood glucose & homeostasis. #NUTR321

Bacterium Helicobacter pylori plays a key role in development of both gastric and duodenal ulcers. In fact, it is the primary cause of peptic ulcers! #NUTR321

A nutrient dense diet is made up of foods and beverages that supply the highest level of nutrients for the lowest number of calories. #NUTR321

There is a HUGE difference between a Dietitian (RD or RDN) and a Nutritionist! ANYONE can call themselves a Nutritionist. All Dietitians are Nutritionists, but not all Nutritionists are Dietitians. #NUTR321

Macronutrients include Carbohydrates, Lipids, and Fats. Did you know that alcohol can be considered the fourth, as it contributes 7kcal/g? But with no support regulation of the body, and alcohol being considered both a drug + toxin, we do not consider it a “nutrient”. #NUTR321

Hi! I am Vianna Rodriguez but people normally just call me V! I am a working to obtain my Masters Degree in Human Nutrition. This page is initially for a class, however, I plan on continuing to connect and build relationships with those as passionate about Nutrition as me!