Ch 10 Part 1 Flashcards
What percent of adults in us use atleast one dietary supplement
75%
Products intended to supplement the diet
Dietary supplements
Must be obtained in the diet as the body is incapable of producing the nutrient on its own
Essential nutrients
When too much of a vitamin or mineral accumulates
Toxicity
Greatest quantity of a vitamin that may be consumed in a day without risk of an adverse health effect
Tolerable upper limit
Any bad medical occurrence associated with the use of a medication
Adverse effect
Agent that increases physiologic activity
Stimulant
Dietary supplement that may be prohibited from use in a specific sport or sport league
Banned
Displayed on the main body of the supplement facts panel
Active ingredient
Required label for products intended to be marketed as a dietary supplement
Supplement facts panel
Dietary supplement used to improve a component of well being
Health supplement
Dietary supplement that may enhance performance
Performance supplement
Substances that our bodies need to develop and function normally
Vitamins
Natural substances some of which are essential in human nutrition
Minerals
Red orange pigment found in plants and fruits
Beta carotene
