An overview of nutrition Flashcards
1
Q
organic nutrients
A
- carbohydrates
- fats
- proteins
- vitamins
2
Q
inorganic nutrients
A
- minerals
- water
3
Q
energy yielding nutrients
A
- carbohydrates
- lipids
- proteins
4
Q
macronutrients
A
- carbohydrates
- lipids
- proteins
5
Q
micronutrients
A
- vitamins
- minerals
6
Q
facilitate the release of energy from carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins
A
vitamins
7
Q
EAR
A
estimated average requirement
8
Q
RDA
A
recommended dietary allowance
9
Q
AI
A
adequate intake
10
Q
UL
A
tolerable upper intake levels
11
Q
EER
A
estimated energy requirement
12
Q
average carbohydrate
A
45 to 65
13
Q
average fat
A
20 to 35
14
Q
average protein
A
10 to 35
15
Q
malnutrition symptoms
A
- thin
- lose muscle tissue
- prone to infection
