Chapter 2 Flashcards
What are the advantages and disadvantages of different methods for food intake analysis?
DIET RECALL (usually 24 hr)
-A: easy for client
-D: relies on memory and honesty
DIET RECORD (usually 3-5 hr)
-A: does not rely on memory
-D: high burden, client may change habits while recording
FOOD FREQUENCY QUESTIONNAIRE
-A: easy, quick
-D: may not include all food eaten, inaccurate range estimates (eg. 1x/week)
What is this DRI term?
RDA
Recommended Dietary Allowances
intake goals for individuals
What is this DRI term?
EAR
Estimated Average Requirements
intake goals for given stages life and gender groups
What is this DRI term?
AI
Adequate Intakes
goals for individuals when insufficient data for RDA
What is this DRI term?
UL
Tolerable Upper Intake Levels
maximum amount that is safe
What is this DRI term?
AMDR
Acceptable Macronutrient
Distribution Range
ranges of intake for energy-containing nutrients
What is the typical AMDR for adults?
Carbohydrates ~> 45-65% of daily Cal
Fat ~> 20-35% of daily Cal
Protein ~> 10-35% of daily Cal
Which factors ARE included for DRIs?
BMI
Age
Time (not based on 1 day; rather, an average consumption)
Which factors are NOT included for DRIs?
Activity: elite athletes vs inactive
Diet: vegans - omnivores
Geographic area: southern vs northern (Vitamin D from sunlight)
Lifestyle: smoking increases Vitamin C requirement
Illness, malnutrition
What are the components of nutrition labels?
Specific quantity of food
Actual amount of calories and 12 nutrients
% daily value
What are phytochemicals?
Non-nutrient compounds derived from plants, which have biological activity in the body that may support health beyond roles of traditional nutrients
What are functional foods?
Similar to conventional foods but demonstrate physiological benefits or ability to reduce chronic disease risk beyond basic foods
