Module 4 - Nutrition

Question 1

Calculation for BMI

Answer 1

mass/height^2 =
kg/meters^2

Question 2

Essential vs nonessential vs conditional amino acids

Answer 2

Essential AAs can not be produced, nonessential can be made from essential AAs or as proteins break down, conditional are not usually essential but can be if body is undergoing stress or illness

Question 3

Calories per gram protein, carbs, lipids

Answer 3

4cal/g protein, 4cal/g carbs, 9cal/g fat

Question 4

Complex vs simple carbohydrates

Answer 4

Complex carbs are long chains of sugar molecules, simple sugars are only one or two molecules

Question 5

Unsaturated vs saturated vs trans fatty acids

Answer 5

Unsaturated fatty acids are oils, low potential for raising cholesterol levels
Trans fats is a byproduct of solidifying unsaturated oils, and raises LDL cholesterol
Saturated fats are solid at room temperature, primarily from meats, also raises LDL.

Question 6

Fiber definition

Answer 6

complex carbohydrate that cannot be digested; has important functions in health (constipation, gallstones, hemorrhoids, irritable bowel, diverticulosis)

Question 7

Vitamins definition

Answer 7

Organic substances the body needs for cellular functions. Can be added to products to make more nutritious.

Question 8

Fat soluble vitamins

Answer 8

A,D,E, and K

Question 9

Minerals definition

Answer 9

Inorganic substances that body needs for proper development and body chemistry

Question 10

Major food groups and recommended daily consumption for adults

Answer 10

Fruit ~ 1.5-2 cups
Vegetables ~ 2.5-3 cups
Grains ~ 6-8 oz equivalents (slice of bread, 1/2 cup rice/pasta/cereal)
Proteins ~ 5-6.5 oz
Dairy ~ 3 cups
Oils ~ 5-7 tsp