nutrition evolve Flashcards
Nutrition is
the body’s intake and use of adequate amounts of necessary nutrients for tissue growth and energy production
Nutrients are
the necessary substances obtained from ingested food
Nutrients supply the body with
supply the body with energy
build and maintain bones, muscles, skin
aid in the normal growth and function of each body system
malnutrition is
an imbalance in the amount of nutrient intake and the body’s needs
Overall health is dependent on a combination of
appropriate nutritional intake
adequate exercise
weight management
rest
Poor nutrition, lack of exercise, obesity, and stress contribute to health issues such as
heart disease
some cancers
strokes
hypertension
diabetes or kidney disease
nutrition and immune system
People who practice proper dietary habits have stronger immune systems
Metabolism is
the process of chemically changing nutrients, such as fats and proteins, into end products that are used to meet the energy needs of the body or stored for future use, thereby helping maintain homeostasis in the body
basal metabolic rate (BMR) is
minimum amount of energy required to maintain body functions in the resting, awake state
Metabolism is necessary to maintain life and is composed of two major biochemical processes:
anabolism
catabolism
anabolism is
the use of energy to change simple materials into complex body substances and tissue
catabolism is
the breaking down of substances from complex to simple, resulting in a release of energy
macronutrients are
nutrients that are needed in large amounts
macronutrients are
carbohydrates
fats
proteins
Water
carbohydrates provide
energy for cells, tissues, and organs
fats are
major sources of energy and promote the absorption of vitamins
proteins do what
build, maintain, and repair muscles and tissue
Minerals are
chemicals needed for energy, muscle building, nerve conduction, blood clotting, and immunity to diseases
vitamins are
organic compounds responsible for regulation of body processes, reproduction, and growth
micronutrients are
nutrients needed by the body in limited amounts
micronutrient include
minerals and vitamins
Failure of the body to properly use nutrients can result in
diseases
heart and kidney disease
renal disorders
diabetes
malnutrition
obesity
Obesity is the result of
person’s energy intake consistently exceeding energy use
Carbohydrates are chemical substances composed of
carbon
hydrogen
oxygen molecules
Carbohydrates supply the body with
4 kilocalories (kcal) per gram
kilocalorie is
the amount of heat energy it takes to raise the temperature of 1000 grams of water 1 degree Celsius
Carbohydrates are major suppliers of energy and include
sugars
starches
fiber
what prevents ketosis
Carbohydrates
ketosis is
when the body burns fat in the absence of adequate carbohydrate intake
Carbohydrates enhance
memory and learning capabilities
Complex carbohydrates are composed of
starches
glycogen
fiber
the need for crabs increase during
physical activity
adults should consume __% of there calories in cabs
50%
Fiber is
complex carbohydrate
Fiber is classified as
soluble or insoluble
Solubility in fibers means
disposition of the fiber when mixed with another substance, such as water
Soluble fiber mixes with water and forms a gel-like substance which results in
slower digestion
Insoluble fiber does not retain water but
allows formation of bulk, resulting in the accelerated passage of the end products of food through the intestines and a slowing of starch absorption
benefits of high-fiber diets
promotion of cardiovascular health by lowering serum cholesterol levels and blood pressure
assistance in weight control
improvement of glycemic control in people with diabetes
improvement of regularity
enhances immune function
decreases inflammation
reduce symptoms of depression
The lack of fiber can lead to
constipation,
hemorrhoids
formation of diverticula
diverticula are
protrusions of the intestinal membrane through the muscular layer of the intestine, most often in the large colon
Older children, adolescents, and adults should consume ________ of fiber a day
20 to 35 grams
Food sources of fiber
whole grains, wheat bran, cereals, fresh fruits, vegetables, and legumes
Food sources for carbs
bread, rice, pasta, legumes
Fats are composed of
carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen
Fats yield _ _____ per gram when metabolized within the body
9 kilocalories
Lipids refer to
any fat found within the body, including true fats and oils (such as fatty acids, cholesterol, and phospholipids)
Fats are needed for
energy and to support cellular growth
Total fat intake, as recommended by the American Heart Association (2020), should be
between 20% and 35% of caloric intake each day
less than 5% to 6% should be from saturated fat
(USDHHS & U.S. Department of Agriculture [USDA], 2020) encourages less than __% of calories from saturated fats
10%
what fats takes the longest to digest
Dietary fat
Triglycerides are the most
abundant lipids in food
excess Triglycerides causes
coronary artery disease and obesity
Benefits of fat in the body include
energy production
support and insulation of major organs and nerve fibers
energy storage of adipose tissue
lubrication for body tissues
vitamin absorption
transportation of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K.
plays a role in the development of the cell membrane structure
Fats are composed of between ___ monoglyceride to _____ triglyceride
one, three
Saturated fatty acids contain
as many hydrogen atoms as the carbon atoms can bond with and no double carbon bonds
Monounsaturated fatty acids have
only one double bond between carbon atoms
polyunsaturated fatty acids have
multiple pairs of double carbon bonds.
Monounsaturated fat sources include
canola, olive, and peanut oils, as well as almonds, sesame seeds, avocados, and cashews
Polyunsaturated sources include
corn, safflower, sesame, soybean, and sunflower seed oils
sources of polyunsaturated fats
Fish
Saturated fats are found in
hard margarines, vegetable shortenings, pastries, crackers, fried foods, cheese, ice cream, and other processed foods