Nutrition 1 Flashcards
Registered dietition (RD) vs Nutritionist
- > Nutritionist is not a protected title; anyone can call themselves a nutritionist
- > RD is registered with provincial regulator body
why is nutrition important in the short term
- > improves well-being and mood
- > provides energy
- > manage digestive problems
- > maintain healthy weight
- > and more
Why is nutrition important in the long term
can prevent…
- > obesity
- > type 2 diabetes
- > heart disease
- > cancer
- > osteoporosis
what is a healthy diet
- > enough calories, vitamins, and minerals
- > avoid axcess of these and other nutritional factors
- > satisfies and energizes
what are nutrients
substances essential for health that the body cannot make, or make in quantities too small to support health
nutrients serve to ___________
- > provide energy
- > support growth and development
- > regulate body processes
what regulations must nutrients meet to be considered essential
they must….
- > have a specific biological function
- > result in a decline in human biological function if removed from the diet
- > restore normal aspects of biological function when added back to the diet (as long as damage has not occured)
What are the 6 essential nutrients
- > carbohydrates
- > lipids (fats)
- > proteins
- > vitamins
- > minerals
- > water
briefly describe Canada’s food guide for 2019
Whole grains vs whole wheat; which one is healthier
Whole grain contains the entires seed/grain and is healthier as they have more fibre than refined grains
Types of fibre; name some examples that contain each type
Insoluble fibre
- > keeps you regular
- > some fruits and veggies, whole grains, and wheat bran
Soluble fibre
- > found in apples, oranges, carrots, oats, beans, and lentils
Calcium are important for what?
for healthy bones, teeth, muscles, nerves, and hormone function
- > Vitamin D also helps keep your immune system
food labels
food labels provide information you can use to make informed choices about foods and drinks at the grocery store and at home
key to a healthy diet
balance
