Nutrition Unit Flashcards
3 factors that determine the number of calories per day you need.
age, sex, physical activity level
8 factors that influence eating habits and food choices
GAPCEEFE
Geography/Climate, availability, personal preferences, Convenience, emotions, economics, family customs/holidays, ethnic background
metabolism
the rate at which food is converted to energy in body cells.
What does BMR stand for?
Basal Metabolic Rate
Basal Metabolic Rate
the number of calories the body uses at rest to keep all body systems functioning.
6 signs of a fad diet
MREBSR
magic or miracle food, rapid weight loss, no exercise, bizarre quantities, specific food combinations, rigid menus.
How many calories are in one lb of fat (adipose tissue)?
3,500
first step in weight management
determine your desirable weight and body composition.
Desirable weight
a weight that is healthful for a person
6 factors that determine your desirable weight
BHAG CM
Body fat %, height, age gender, caloric intake, metabolism
to maintain weight, your
caloric intake must be the same as your caloric expenditure
the lose weight, your
caloric intake must be less than caloric expenditure.
to gain weight, your
caloric intake must be greater than caloric expenditure
what is a body weight 10% more than desirable weight called?
overweight
what is a body weight 20% more than desirable weight called?
obese
to plan a healthy diet you need to consider your…
family medical history
what changes with nutritional needs?
age and varying physical activity levels
If high blood pressure runs in your family, you should have a diet low in…
sodium
If diabetes runs in your family, you should have a diet low in…
sugar
Everyone should consider a diet with low ___________ for a healthy heart
saturated fat
for a healthy diet…
- make half of your daily intake of grains whole
- go lean on protein
- eat a variety of colors for your fruits and veggies
