Chapter 2 Flashcards
Dietary Reference Intake (DRI)
used to assess and plan diets for healthy individuals and are categorized by life stage and gender.
Estimated Average Requirement (EAR)
level of nutrient that meets needs of 50% of a group. (Energy requirements Kcal)
Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)
Nutrient intake sufficient for most healthy individuals (97-98%).
Adequate Intake (AI)
Used when an RDA cannot be determined. (based on observed or experimentally determined estimates)
Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL):
Maximum nutrient intake without risk of adverse effects
What are key differences in old vs new Canada food guide:
- New is focused on whole foods and plant-based proteins.
- Elimination of specific food groups, such as dairy, which was incorporated into “protein foods.”
- Vague recommendations on serving sizes in the new guide
Vegetables and Fruits
Rich in vitamins and fiber
Grain Products
Major Source of Carbohydrates
Milk and Alternatives
High in Calcium and Vitamin D
Meat and Alternatives
Key source of Protein
Nutrition Facts Table
Lists serving size, calories, and the amounts of nutrients like fat, carbohydrates, and protein. It also includes important vitamins and minerals (e.g., calcium, iron, potassium).
% Daily Value (%DV)
Indicates whether there is a low (5% or less) or high (15% or more) amount of a nutrient per serving. This allows for easy comparison between products.
Ingredient List
Lists all ingredients in descending order by weight. Additives, colors, and flavorings added as well
Natural Health Products
vitamins, minerals, herbal remedies, homeopathic products, and traditional medicines. must be labeled with a Natural Product Number (NPN) or Homeopathic Medicine Number (DIN-HM)
Natural Product Number (NPN) and Homeopathic Medicine Number (DIN-HM)
indicates that the product has been reviewed by Health Canada for safety, effectiveness, and quality
