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Nutrition/Metabolism Flashcards

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What are nutrients?

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Chemicals necessary for human growth and function. Food is a combination of these chemicals.

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What is wellness?

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The absence of disease.

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What are the 6 essential nutrients?

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  • carbs
  • lipids
  • proteins
  • vitamins
  • minerals
  • water
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What are macronutrients?

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They provide energy (Calories).

  • carbs
  • lipids
  • proteins
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What are micronutrients?

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Vitamins and Minerals.

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Which nutrient is essential for ALL body functions?

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Water

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What are carbohydrates?

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Primary source of fuel for brain and physical activity.

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What are lipids?

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Source of energy when body is at rest or doing low intensity activities.

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What is protein?

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Reassembled into muscle tissue and new cells.

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What are micronutrients?

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Essential for breaking down carbs, fats, and proteins, but do NOT supply energy to the body.

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What is metabolism?

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All chemical reactions performed by the body and the energy released or absorbed in the process.

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catabolic

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Chemical reactions that release energy.

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anabolic

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Chemical reactions that absorb energy.

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What are the four characteristics of a healthful diet?

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  • adequate
  • moderate
  • balanced
  • varied
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What four pieces of informations are included on nutrition labels?

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Nutrition facts, ingredient list, nutrition claims, and health claims

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What is nutrient density?

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The relative amount of nutrients per calorie of food.

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What is considered a high and low % DV?

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less than 5% is LOW and more than 15% is HIGH.

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What is AMDR?

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Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range, it describes the portion if the energy intake that should come from each macronutrient.

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What is the AMDR for carbs?

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45-65%

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What is the AMDR for proteins?

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10-35%

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What is the AMDR for fats?

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20-35%

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What is BMR?

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Basal Metabolic Rate - It is the rate of energy expenditure by humans at rest.

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A safe amount of fat loss is __/week.

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.5 lb

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What is BMI?

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Body Mass Index - represent the ratio of a person’s body weight to the square or his or her height.

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What is the waist-to-hip ratio for apple shaped fat pattern in men?

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.90

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What is the waist-to-hip ratio for apple shaped fat pattern in women?

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.8

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What are the dangers associated with “apple shaped” fat patterns?

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Chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure.

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What are the dangers associated with “pear shaped” fat patterns?

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It’s not associated with increased risks for chronic disease.

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