FN 124 LE 3 - Adulthood Flashcards
1
Q
In general, ages ____ years, although physiological onset may vary
A
21-50
2
Q
Period of life when one attains full growth and maturity - most productive phase
A
Adulthood
3
Q
Catabolic processes _____ while anabolic processes _________
A
start; slows down
4
Q
Energy:
_______ in energy as we get older
A
Decrease
5
Q
Energy
- Start losing of _____ body mass
- Decrease in metabolism lead to _____________
- Maintain DBW, avoiding (4)
A
lean
fat accumulation
CVDs, CA, DM, HPN
6
Q
Protein:
______ of TEA
A
10-15%
7
Q
- Decreased CHON levels, - _______ urinary Ca excretion
A
increased
8
Q
- Good source of heme iron
A
CHON
9
Q
- Excess inorganic sulfur excreted as ______ in the urine
- Sulfur containing amino acids are metabolized as inorganic ions and sulfates which binds with calcium leading to _______________
A
sulfates
hypercalciuric effect of protein
10
Q
Carbohydrates:
* ______ of TEA
* ↑ intake of ________
A
55-70%
complex CHO and fiber
11
Q
Fat:
* _____ of TEA
* Regulate amount &
kind of fat
* ↑ intake of ______
A
20-30%
PUFA
12
Q
Iron:
Especially for women aged ______ years old
A
20-39
13
Q
- Compensate for iron loss during menstruation
- Adequate _____ enhances Fe absorption
A
vit C
14
Q
_______:
Delay decrease in bone mass especially in women after menopause
A
Calcium
15
Q
Calcium
- Long-term prevention of ________
- ______ sensitizes intestines to absorb Ca++ better
A
osteoporosis
Estrogen
