Nutrition/Metabolism Flashcards
What are nutrients?
Chemicals necessary for human growth and function. Food is a combination of these chemicals.
What is wellness?
The absence of disease.
What are the 6 essential nutrients?
- carbs
- lipids
- proteins
- vitamins
- minerals
- water
What are macronutrients?
They provide energy (Calories).
- carbs
- lipids
- proteins
What are micronutrients?
Vitamins and Minerals.
Which nutrient is essential for ALL body functions?
Water
What are carbohydrates?
Primary source of fuel for brain and physical activity.
What are lipids?
Source of energy when body is at rest or doing low intensity activities.
What is protein?
Reassembled into muscle tissue and new cells.
What are micronutrients?
Essential for breaking down carbs, fats, and proteins, but do NOT supply energy to the body.
What is metabolism?
All chemical reactions performed by the body and the energy released or absorbed in the process.
catabolic
Chemical reactions that release energy.
anabolic
Chemical reactions that absorb energy.
What are the four characteristics of a healthful diet?
- adequate
- moderate
- balanced
- varied
What four pieces of informations are included on nutrition labels?
Nutrition facts, ingredient list, nutrition claims, and health claims
What is nutrient density?
The relative amount of nutrients per calorie of food.
What is considered a high and low % DV?
less than 5% is LOW and more than 15% is HIGH.
What is AMDR?
Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range, it describes the portion if the energy intake that should come from each macronutrient.
What is the AMDR for carbs?
45-65%
What is the AMDR for proteins?
10-35%
What is the AMDR for fats?
20-35%
What is BMR?
Basal Metabolic Rate - It is the rate of energy expenditure by humans at rest.
A safe amount of fat loss is __/week.
.5 lb
What is BMI?
Body Mass Index - represent the ratio of a person’s body weight to the square or his or her height.
