Nutrition Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 5 steps of the nutrition cycle?
A
- Nutrient needs
- Feeding
- Digestive and fermentative breakdown
- Absorption
- Nutrients delivered
2
Q
What are the 3 components of a negative feedback process?
A
- Setpoint
- Sensor
- Response/Action
3
Q
What are the 3 things a diet must contain?
A
- Chemical energy
- Organic building blocks
- Essential nutrients
4
Q
What is the main fuel for cells?
A
Glucose
5
Q
What do essential nutrients include?
A
Amino acids
Fatty acids
Vitamins and minerals
6
Q
What are the 4 processes of eating food?
A
- Ingestion
- Digestion
- Absorption
- Elimination
7
Q
What are the 4 types of feeding mechanisms?
A
- Filter
- Substrate
- Fluid
- Bulk
8
Q
Is meat or plant easier to digest?
A
Plant
