Vianna Rodriguez

Future Registered Dietitian & Current D1 Softball Player at Winthrop University

[Vianna Rodriguez @VNutrition_]

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

[Vianna Rodriguez @VNutrition_]

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

[Vianna Rodriguez @VNutrition_]

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

[Vianna Rodriguez @VNutrition_]

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

[Vianna Rodriguez @VNutrition_]

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

[Vianna Rodriguez @VNutrition_]

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

[Vianna Rodriguez @VNutrition_]

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

[Vianna Rodriguez @VNutrition_]

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

[Christie Bradley @christieb_WU]

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

[Vianna Rodriguez @VNutrition_]

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

[Vianna Rodriguez @VNutrition_]

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

[Vianna Rodriguez @VNutrition_]

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!