Chapter 10 vocab Flashcards
Nutrition
The process by which your body takes in and uses food.
Nutrients
Substances in food that your body needs to grow, to repair itself, and to supply you with energy.
Calories
A unit of heat used to measure the energy your body uses and the energy it receives from food.
Hunger
The natural physical drive to eat, prompted by the body’s need for food.
Appetite
The psychological desire for food.
Carbohydrates
Starches and sugars found in foods which provide your body’s main source of energy.
Protein
Nutrients the body uses to build and maintain its cells and tissues.
Cholesterol
A waxy, fatlike substance.
Vitamins
Compounds found in food that help regulate many body processes
Minerals
Elements found in food that are used by the body
Fiber
A tough, complex, carbohydrate that the body cannot digest.
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
A set of recommendations about smart eating and physical activity for all Americans.
MyPlate
a graphic depicting a place setting with a plate and glass divided into five food groups.
Nutrient Dense
having a high vitamin and mineral content in relation to its weight.
Food Additives
These are used to keep a food safe for a longer period of time, to boost nutrient content, or to improve taste, texture, or appearance.
