Body Comp Flashcards
Current recommendations of calories from carbs, fats, and protein
carbs: 45-65%
fat: 20-35%
protein: 10-35%
quantity of each nutrient to meet the needs of most healthy people
RDA recommended daily allowance
average dietary energy intake predicted to maintain energy balance considering age, gender, weight, height and level of physical activity
EER estimated energy requirement
percentage of recommended intake in each serving
DV daily value
classes of nutrients (6)
- water
- vitamin
- mineral
- carb
- fats
- protein
the body normally loses _____ ml of water per day
2500
organic catalysts for metabolic reactions
vitamins
fat soluble vitamins (4) can be stored in the body
- A
- D
- E
- K
water soluble vitamins (4) are more easily excreted
- C
- B-6
- B-12
- the ones with names
vitamin that maintains bone, cartilage and connective tissue
C
elements associated with body structure and function
minerals
mineral associated with tooth and bone structure, osteoporosis, and mm contractions
calcium
mineral associated with HTN, and resting membrane potential
sodium
mineral that is a component of hemoglobin and associated with anemia
iron
Consists of sugars, starches and dietary fiber. Major energy source (most ATP)
carbs
at least ____ of your diet should consist of whole grains
half
bad cholesterol that is related to increased risk of heart disease
LDL low density lipoproteins
good cholesterol that protects from heart disease
HDL high density lipoproteins
3 types of dietary fats
- triglycerides
- phospholipids
- cholesterol
Contains the 9 essential amino acids and is not a major source of energy. Cannot by made by the body
proteins
best sources for protein (3)
- eggs
- milk
- fish
limit saturated fats, added sugars and sodium to _____ per day
fats: <10%
sugar: <10%
sodium: 2300mg