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Define the term nutrition - correct answers the science that deals with food and the nutrients it
contains.
Discuss why nutrition is important for health. - correct answers Supports the dimensions of wellness
Identify the six classes of nutrients for health and describe their functions. - correct answers
MACRONUTRIENTS
Carbohydrates-primary fuel source for the body and brain
Fats and Oil (lipid)- main energy source during rest or low to moderate; intensity exercise
Proteins-building new cells/ tissue, maintaining bone, repairing damage and regulating metabolism fluid
balance.
Water- A vital inorganic nutrient supporting all body process
MICRONUTRIENTS
vitamins- Organic compounds that assist in regulating body processes.
Mineral- Inorganic substance required for body processes.
Distinguish between the six types of DRIs for nutrients. - correct answers DRIs for most nutrients
EAR
RDA
AI
, UL
DRIs for energy and macro nutrients
EER
AMDR
Describe the tool nutrition professionals use for gathering data related to one's nutritional status and
diet. - correct answers ?
Know the four steps of the scientific method. - correct answers Observation
Hypothesis
Experiment
Theory
Review the different types of research studies. - correct answers ?
Be able to identify nutrition quackery and sources with reliable nutrition info. - correct answers .edu
.org
.gov
Define the components of a healthful diet. - correct answers Adequacy- Diet provides enough energy,
nutrients, fiber, and vitamins to maintain a person's health
Moderation- eating any foods in moderate amounts ( not too much and not too little )
Balance - Diet contains the combinations of foods that provide the proper proportions of nutrients.
Variety- Eating many different foods from the different food groups on a regular basis.