Nutrition Flashcards
Define nutrient deficiencies
Poor consumption of one for more nutrients
Define a nutrient
Compound in food that the body requires for proper growth, maintenance, and function.
Define undernutrition
Not enough consumption of nutrients and food that lead to the improper growth and function of the the body
Define overnutrition
Over consumption of food and nutrients that lead to specific diseases (diabetes, heart conditions, etc.)
What are the three things that carbohydrates are made of?
Sugars, starches, and fibers.
Define sugar
Simple carbs, broken down easily and provides quick source of energy, usually not nutritionally dense ( sugar, syrups, honey, sports drinks, etc.)
Define starches
Complex carbs, more nutritionally dense and provides a more complete source of energy.
Define fiber
Insoluble mass that provides no nutritional value, but promotes proper digestion. Absorbs excess cholesterol from food.
What is the main purpose of carbohydrates?
To be broken down into blood glucose.
What do carbohydrates provide?
The bulk of energy needed for activity.
What is the main purpose of fat?
Serving as the main source of energy during rest. They can also be broken down like carbohydrates into blood glucose.
What are the two types of fats?
Saturated and Unsaturated
What are saturated fats?
Long chain fats that don’t break down easily and are high in cholesterol. Considered the bad fat.
What are unsaturated fats?
Shorter fats that can be broken down more easily, considered essential fats.
Define cholesterol
Fat made by the body that is essential in proper cell function; overconsumption leads to cardiac diseases.
