Nutrition

Question 1

break down large molecules into smaller components and release energy (hydrolysis reactions)

Answer 1

catabolic reactions

Question 2

the total biochemical reactions in the human body

Answer 2

metabolism

Question 3

build up large molecules from smaller components and require energy (dehydration synthesis reactions)

Answer 3

anabolic reactions

Question 4

whats an empty calorie

Answer 4

calories with no nutritional value
ex. candy bar, pop, etc..

Question 5

6 types of nutrients

Answer 5

water
carbs
fats
proteins
vitamins
minerals

Question 6

what’re essential nutrients

Answer 6

nutrients that the body cannot make through biochemical pathways. Need to ingest them

Question 7

only vitamin that’s non essential

Answer 7

vit D, we make in our body

Question 8

compounds from plants that have a biological effect on the body

Answer 8

phytochemicals

Question 9

phytochemicals are ___-___. Meaning they’re substances that have an effect on the body but aren’t one of the 6 types of main nutrients

Answer 9

non-nutrients

Question 10

the average daily dietary intake level that is sufficient to meet the nutrient requirement of nearly all (97 to 98 percent) healthy individuals in a particular life-stage and gender group.

Answer 10

(RDA) recommended dietary allowance