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Exam 3 H/F > Nutrition > Flashcards

Nutrition Flashcards

1
Q

How many essential nutrients are there

A

45

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2
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What are essential nutrients

A

Macronutrients & micronutrients

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3
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Micronutrients

A

Vitamins and minerals

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4
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Macronutrients

A

Proteins, fats, and carbs

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5
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What nutrients supply the body with energy?

A

Fat, protein, & carbs

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6
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How many calories per gram does protein have?

A

4 Cal/gram

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7
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What are amino acids?

A

The building blocks of proteins

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8
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What are complete protein sources

A

Animal products

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9
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What type of food provides us with complete protein sources?

A

Chicken

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10
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What is the recommended daily intake of protein in regards to your percent of daily calories?

A

.36 grams per pound of body fat

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11
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What is the recommend protein intake?

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10-35% of daily caloric intake

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12
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How many calories per gram do fats have?

A

9 Cal/g

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13
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What type of fat increases your cholesterol levels?

A

Saturated/ LDL

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14
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What is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids?

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Fish, walnuts

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15
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How many ounce-equivalents of meant and beans per day are recommended?

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5 1/2 oz/day

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16
Q

How many cups of milk or dairy is recommended by

MyPlate on a daily basis?

A

3 cups/day

17
Q

What is the stored form of glucose in your muscles called?

A

Glycogen

18
Q

What is the max amount of trans fat you can have per day?

A

Less than 2 grams

19
Q

How many kilocalories do we need to meet energy needs?

A

2000/ day

20
Q

What are incomplete energy sources?

A

Plant sources

21
Q

What are complimentary sources?

A

Combining plant sources to make complete protein

22
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What are simple carbs?

A

Found naturally in fruit, veggies and dairy

23
Q

What is the most common form of fat in food?

A

Triglycerides

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