Chapter 7, Digestive System Flashcards
a class of energy giving nutrients that includes sugars, starches, and fibers
our bodies use this first for energy
ex. potatoes, grains, candy
Carbohydrate
a dietary pattern that includes no meat from animals and nothing from an animal, like milk or eggs
Vegan Calorie
the state of not having enough of a nutrient to maintain good health
Nutrient Deficiency
A class of nutrients that are made up of amino acids
beneficial for building muscle, and fighting disease
ex. meat, eggs, dairy
Proteins
The science or study of food and the ways in which the body uses food
Nutrition
The chemical process that takes place in your body to keep you alive and active
Metabolism
A class of energy giving nutrients, also the main form of energy storage in the body
cholesterol is another word for this
ex. butter, vegetable oil
Fat
A measure of the nutrients in a food compared with the energy the food provides
Nutrient density
A class of nutrients that contain carbon and are needed in small amounts to maintain health and allow growth
Vitamin
A class of nutrients that contain carbon and are needed for certain body processes, such as enzyme activity and bone formation
Mineral
How many calories are in a gram of….
Carbohydrates - 4
Proteins - 4
Fat - 9
When carbs are consumed, they are first stored as…
Glucose
a type of carbohydrate that isn’t digestible but helps clean out the digestive tract
Fiber
Athletes need more of this mineral in their diet than the average person
Salt
Headaches are usually a major sign of….
Dehydration
On an ingredient list, the item listed first is…
The largest ingredient
Most effective way to improve your diet when changing eating habits
Use Moderation
the rhythmic motion of food through the digestive system
Peristalsis
absorbs nutrients after passing through the stomach
Small Intestine
responsible for getting rid of waste
Large Intestine
Before any exercise, the general recommendation for water consumption is how many ounces?
64 ounces
8oz x 8
Processed foods are a major problem for the average person because they are high in….
Salt
Infants (newborns) need a diet that is high in this macronutrient
Fat
Looking at the MyPlate diagram, what food should take up the most space on our plate?
Vegetables
