Nutrition Flashcards
Calories, fat, carbohydrates, and protein—you’ve heard of them, but what are they?
They are something you see on a food labe, it tells you what is inside the foods you eat
Why do I need calories? How many should I consume?
Depending on your age and gender.
Doesn’t fat just make you gain weight?
No it does not, fat has purpose. Fat can be used for energy, in your cells
Are fast-food restaurants healthy? How can I eat healthier in restaurants? Do they put info on menue?
Generally no, restaurants are not required to put calorie intake on their menus. To eat better you can get healthier alternatives. You need to be aware.
How do we get what we need from food?
As we consume these foods, our digestive systems are responsible for breaking them down.
What happens to the food after it enters our bodies?
It has to get broken down. First physically(when you chew the food) then in our body’s
what are The 2 different uses for food
is energy and growth/repair
What are the factors that would need to be considered when deciding on the
amount of food a person eats??
Biological determinants such as hunger, appetite, and taste.
Economic determinants such as cost, income, availability.
Physical determinants such as access, education, skills (e.g. cooking) and time.
Social determinants such as culture, family, peers and meal patterns.
what are the MAJOR nutrients in food?
There are six major nutrients: Carbohydrates (CHO), Lipids (fats), Proteins, Vitamins, Minerals, Water. Looking at the AGHE, what food groups are the primary sources of each of the following
What is protein?
Protein is a macronutrient that is essential to building muscle mass.
What are the functions of protein?
The functions of proteins are large, complex molecules that play many critical roles in the body. They do most of the work in cells and are required for the structure, function, and regulation of the body’s tissues and organs
What are carbohydrates?
Carbohydrates are composed of a single sugar molecule or a chain or sugar molecules.
What is the function of carbs?
Carbs are the bodies prefered source of
energy. They give the body an immediate
energy source.
What is the function of fats?
- Store and provide energy
- Building blocks of hormones and cell membranes
- Protect organs and insulate the body from the cold
What is a vitamen?
it is a Substances that the human body requires in
small amounts.
