Chapter 30 Basic Nutrition

Question 1

Nutrition

Answer 1

Study of nutrients and how body utilizes nutrients in food

Question 2

Classes

Answer 2

Carbohydrate, Fats, Protein, Water, Minerals, Vitamins

Question 3

Macronutrients

Answer 3

Provide energy; carbohydrates, fat, protein

Question 4

Micronutrient

Answer 4

Regulate body processes; vitamins

Question 5

Water

Answer 5

Necessary for every body function

Question 6

RDA (Recommend Dietary Allowance)

Answer 6

For average daily dietary intake level to meet nutrient requirements

Question 7

Adequate Intake ( AI)

Answer 7

Nutrients intake that is assumed to be adequate

Question 8

Tolerable Upper Intake Level ( UL)

Answer 8

Highest level of daily nutrient intake that is likely to pose no risk of adverse health effects

Question 9

EAR ( Estimated Average Required)

Answer 9

Daily nutrient intake values that is estimated to meet the requirements of half healthy individuals in life stage and gender group

Question 10

Kilocalorie Kcal

Answer 10

Unit of measurement that specifies the heat energy in particular amount of food

Question 11

Activity Levels

Answer 11

Sedentary, Light Intensity, Moderate physical activity, Vigorous physical activity