Ch 5 Flashcards
what are marconutrients
carbohydrates
fats
protiens
what are mirconutirents
water
vitamins
minerals
are marconutirents or mirconutirents for regulating normal body functions
mirconutirents
what are the dietary recommendations for carbs, fat, and proteins
carbs-55-60%
proteins- 15-20%
fats-25-30%
what is the body’s most efficient source of energy and should be relied on to fill those needs
carbohydrates
what are simple and complex carbohydrates
simple =sugar
complex=starch and most forms of fiber
the process that breaks down glucose to produce enegry
glycolysis
where is immediate energy stored as glycogen
liver and muscle cells
what are examples of soluble fibers
oatmeal, legumes, some fruits
what are examples of insoluble fibers
whole grain breads and bran cereal
what is the recommended amount of fiber per day
25 gram per day
needed for the growth, maintenance, and repair of all body tissue. also make enzymes, many hormones, and antibodies which help fight infection
proteins
these are the basic units that make up proteins
amino acids
which condition has been linked to diet that contains too much protein
osteoporosis
what vitamins are fat-soluble
A,D,E and K