Ch. 28 Nutrition Flashcards
1
Q
calorie
A
the fuel or energy value of food
2
Q
cholesterol
A
a soft, waxy substance found in the bloodstream and all body cells
3
Q
dysphagia
A
difficulty swallowing
4
Q
nutrient
A
A substance that is ingested, digested, absorbed, and used by the body
5
Q
nutrition
A
The processes involved in the ingestion, digestion, absorption, and use of food and fluids by the body
