Nutrition Flashcards

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Essential nutrients

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  • Carbs (main source of energy - 4kcal per gram)
  • Fats (9 kcal per gram)
  • Proteins (4 kcal per gram)
    • most needed for repair of tissues (followed by vitamin C)
  • Vitamins
  • Minerals
  • Water
    • In adults 50-60%
    • Infants 70-75%
  • Cholesterol
    • Highest source - organ meats
    • Second highest source - shellfish
    • Lowest - chicken, pork, mutton
    • Foods high in cholesterol
      • egg yolk, animal oils
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Guessing strategies for nutrition

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  • In a tie, pick chicken, then scaled fish
  • Never pick casseroles for children
  • Never mix medication in children’s food
  • Finger food best option for toddler
  • Let preschoolers eat when they want and what they want
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