Chapter 10 Flashcards

Nutrition

1
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nutrition

A

study of what we consume and how it fuels our body

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2
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nutrients

A

chemical substances that are essential for life

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3
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amino acids

A

building blocks of protein

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4
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dehydration

A

abnormal depletion of fluids due to a lack of water

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5
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% daily value

A

amount of nutrients you should consume/not exceed in a day

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6
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3 macronutrients

A

carbohydrates, fats, proteins

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7
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2 micronutrients

A

vitamins, minerals

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8
Q

most common nutrient deficiency

A

iron

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9
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nutrient that supplies the most energy

A

carbohydrates

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10
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nutrient that is the most dense energy source

A

fats

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11
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nutrient that repairs bones, muscles, skin

A

protein

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12
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nutrient: potent, essential organic compounds that promote growth and maintain life

A

vitamins

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13
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nutrient: inorganic, indestructible elements that aid the body

A

minerals

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14
Q

most crucial nutrient

A

water

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15
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health claims

A

indicates a relationship between the product and promotion of health (can help lower cholesterol)

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16
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nutrient content claims

A

indicates presence of a specific nutrient (40% less fat)

17
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structure and function claims

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describes effect of product on body (supports immune and digestive health)

18
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saturated fat

A

solid at room temperature

19
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unsaturated fat

A

healthier to include in your diet

20
Q

hunger

A

physiological need to eat

21
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appetite

A

psychological desire to eat

22
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portion

A

how much food you actually take

23
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serving

A

how much food is recommended you eat

24
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vegan

A

does not consume any animal products

25
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lacto-vegetarian

A

vegan that consumes dairy

26
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ovo-vegetarian

A

vegan that consumes eggs

27
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pollotarian (semi-vegetarian)

A

does not consume red meat or seafood, but consumes dairy, poultry, eggs

28
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pescatarian

A

vegan that consumes fish