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Different Body Systems |
What do these body systems do? |
Disorders |
Foods that support these Body Systems |
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Skeletal (Bones and Joints)5
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Holds the bones and joints together in the body for movement5 |
-Osteoporosis: breaking down of bones.5 |
+Broccoli9 +Cabbage9 +Okra9 +Raisins9 +Prunes9 +Figs9 +Dried Apricots9 |
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Nervous (Brain and Spinal cord)5
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Composed of neurons that help sends electrical responses through the body5 |
-Epilepsy: can lead to seizures.5 -Parkinson’s Disease: prevent movement.5 -Alzheimer’s Disease: disrupts memory.5 |
+Avocadoes3 +Beets3 +Blueberries3 +Broccoli3 +Celery3
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Muscular (Muscles)5
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Helps with motion inside and outside the body5 |
-Polymyositis: loss of strength in skeletal muscles.5 |
+Citrus Fruits11 +Kale11 +Broccoli11 +Bell Peppers11 +Brussels sprouts11 +Potatoes11 +Spinach11 +Tomatoes11 +Strawberries11 +Cantaloupe11 |
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Respiratory (Lungs)5
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Gas exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide5 |
-Influenza: the flu.5 -Pneumonia: harmfully impacts the lungs.5 -Asthma: difficulty breathing.5 -Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): a long-term illness that results in a hard time breathing.5 |
+Beets6 +Peppers6 +Apples6 +Pumpkin6 +Turmeric6 +Tomatoes6 +Blueberries6 +Red Cabbage6 +Edamame6 +Swiss chard6 +Lentils6 |
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Endocrine (Brain)5
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Release hormones that aid in growing, sleep, and procreation5 |
-Diabetes: the body does not make a sufficient amount of glucose.5 -Hypoglycemia: lack of blood glucose.5 -Hypothyroidism: thyroid glands do not make enough hormone called thyroid.5 |
+Spinach2 +Broccoli2 +Turnip greens2 +Kale2 +Asparagus2 |
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Immune (Lymph nodes, Thyroid) 5
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Helps fight against diseases in the body5 |
-Allergies: body reaction to the environment.5 -Lupus: immune cells attack themselves.5 -Arthritis: hurting of the joints in the body.5 |
+Citrus Fruits (Grapefruit, Oranges, Lemons, Limes, Tangerines)10 +Red bell peppers10 +Broccoli10 +Garlic10 +Ginger10 +Spinach10 +Turmeric10 +Papaya10 +Kiwi10 |
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Cardiovascular/ Circulatory (Heart, Blood Vessels)5
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Allow blood to flow throughout the body5 |
-Cardiovascular Disease: health problems in the heart.5 -Arteriosclerosis: when fatty components block the arteries.5 -Stroke: a stoppage in the blood vessel towards the brain.5 -Hypertension: increased blood pressure that overworks the heart.5 |
+Spinach8 +Kale8 +Collard greens8 +Strawberries8 +Blueberries8 +Blackberries8 +Raspberries8 +Avocadoes8 +Beans8 +Tomatoes8 +Garlic8 +Edamame8 |
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Urinary (Kidney, Bladder)5
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Get rid of bodily waste in the form of urine or feces5 |
-Kidney Disease: not functioning correctly kidneys.5 -Urinary Tract Infection (UTI): bacteria are found in the urinary pathway.5 -Kidney Stones: stones present in the urinary pathway.5 |
+Pears12 +Bananas12 +Green beans12 +Winter squash12 +Potatoes12 |
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Integumentary (Skin)5
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A barrier that shields the body from the external environment5 |
-Acne: red pimples on the body.5 -Warts: pimples result from a virus.5 -Eczema: skin becomes cracking.5 -Vitiligo: absence of skin pigment.5 |
+Avocadoes1 +Tomatoes1 +Beans1 |
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Reproductive (Sexual Reproductive Organs)5
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Bearing children5 |
-Cervical Cancer: tumor present in the cervix.5 -Prostate Cancer: tumor present in the prostate.5 -Yeast Infection in Vagina: fungus present in the vagina5 -Sexual Transmitted Infections and Diseases5 -Endometriosis: uterus tissues grow outsides instead of inside the uterus.5 |
+Beans7 +Lentils7 +Raspberries7 +Blueberries7 +Strawberries7 +Avocadoes7 +Asparagus7
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Digestive (Stomach, mouth, esophagus, small and large intestines)5
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Absorb nutrients from food consumption5 |
-Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): hurting the stomach and uncontrollable diarrhea. 5 -Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD): stomach aches move up the esophagus.5 -Crohn’s Disease: problem with the inner layer of the digestive region.5 |
+Apples4 +Fennel4 +Papaya4 +Beets4 +Ginger4 +Cabbage4 +Spinach4 +Broccoli4 +Brussels sprouts4 +Peppermint4 |
Disclaimer: Please consult your primary care physician about the information provided in this blog.
Citations
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- Anchor Wellness Center. (n.d.). Healthy endocrine diet can improve endocrine function. https://anchorwellnesscenter.com/healthy-endocrine-diet-can-improve-endocrine-function#:~:text=The%20endocrine%20system%20also%20requires,especially%20good%20for%20endocrine%20health
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- Link, R. (2022). 15 Incredibly Heart-Healthy Foods. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/heart-healthy-foods
- National Health Service. (2021). Food for healthy bones. https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-body/food-for-strong-bones/
- Ritcher, A. (2020). 15 foods that boost the immune system. https://www.healthline.com/health/food-nutrition/foods-that-boost-the-immune-system
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- Urology Care Foundation. (2018). 10 foods your bladder will fall in love with. https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/care-blog/10-foods-your-bladder-will-fall-in-love-with