definitions Flashcards
1
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mineral
A
inorganic compound
2
Q
vitamins
A
organic compounds, water and fat soluble
3
Q
trace mineral
A
small amounts
4
Q
micronutrient
A
body needs in small amounts
5
Q
mineral function
A
pH level
nerve impulses
muscle contraction
6
Q
vitamin function
A
immunity
healing
bone health
hormone regulation
7
Q
fat soluble
A
stored in fat cells
8
Q
water soluble
A
dissolved in water
9
Q
for supplements
A
deficiency
disease
state
defence
requirements
10
Q
against supplements
A
toxicity
misinformation
needs
bioavailability
cost
11
Q
estimated average intake = ear
A
nutrient value estimated to meet requirements
12
Q
recommended dietary intake = rdi
A
recommended daily intake to meet the requirements
13
Q
adequete intake = ai
A
average amount of nutrient needed
14
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upper limit intake = ul
A
highest nutrient level that can pose no risk
