Ch.1- Sources of Nutrition Flashcards
1
Q
What are carbohydrates composed of?
A
CHO (carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen)
2
Q
Main function of carbs?
A
Energy for body
3
Q
DRIs
A
Dietary Reference Intakes
4
Q
RDAs
A
Recommended Dietary Allowances
5
Q
EAR
A
Estimated Average Requirement
6
Q
AI
A
Adequate Intake
7
Q
UL
A
Tolerable Upper Intake Level
8
Q
AMDRs
A
Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution
9
Q
Average min DRI of carbs needed to fuel brain?
A
130g/day for adults and children
305g/day median intake for males 20 and older
228g/day median intake for adults, children, and females in same age range
10
Q
AMDR for carbs?
A
45-65% of calories
11
Q
Functions of carbs?
A
- Provide energy for cellular work
- Help regulate protein and fat metabolism
- Brain and nervous require carbs for max effective functioning
12
Q
Examples of monosaccharides
A
- Glucose
- Fructose
- Galactose
13
Q
Examples of disaccharides
A
- Sucrose
- Lactose
- Maltose
14
Q
Examples of polysaccharides
A
- Starch
- Fiber
- Glycogen
15
Q
How much starch does body digest in 1-4 hours?
A
95%