NSG 100 NUTRITION EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED
Nutrition
science of intake of nutrients and their actions in body functioning
Nutritional balance effects...
normal growth, development, function, maintenance of an individual's body
Nutrient dense foods
refers to the ratio of good nutrient to the calories a food contains; The most nutrient
dense foods contain an abundant of vitamins, minerals fiber and other key nutrients with
a decreased amount of calories.
Nutrients
substances in food that body needs for growth, maintenance, repair
Nutrient density
Macronutrients
carbohydrates, proteins, and fats; needed in large amounts
Micronutrients
vitamins, minerals; needed in smaller amounts
Carbohydrates
chemical substances compiled from carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen molecules; sugar,
starches, and dietary fiber, which provide energy for cells, tissues, and organs;
Fats/Lipids
, Contain carbon, hydrogen, oxygen; secondary source of energy;major sources of
energy and promote the absorption of vitamins;
proteins
which build, maintain, and repair muscles and tissue
Water
a macronutrient because it is essential for proper functioning as well as for assisting the
body with metabolic processes
Failure for the body to use the nutrients properly results in...
heart disease
kidney disease
renal disorders
diabetes
malnutrition
obesity
How many calories does 1 g of carbs provide?
4 calories
How many calories does 1 g of protein provide?
4 calories
How many calories does 1 g of fat provide?
9 calories
Kilocalorie
The amount of heat necessary to raise the temperature of one kilogram of water one
Celsius degree
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED
Nutrition
science of intake of nutrients and their actions in body functioning
Nutritional balance effects...
normal growth, development, function, maintenance of an individual's body
Nutrient dense foods
refers to the ratio of good nutrient to the calories a food contains; The most nutrient
dense foods contain an abundant of vitamins, minerals fiber and other key nutrients with
a decreased amount of calories.
Nutrients
substances in food that body needs for growth, maintenance, repair
Nutrient density
Macronutrients
carbohydrates, proteins, and fats; needed in large amounts
Micronutrients
vitamins, minerals; needed in smaller amounts
Carbohydrates
chemical substances compiled from carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen molecules; sugar,
starches, and dietary fiber, which provide energy for cells, tissues, and organs;
Fats/Lipids
, Contain carbon, hydrogen, oxygen; secondary source of energy;major sources of
energy and promote the absorption of vitamins;
proteins
which build, maintain, and repair muscles and tissue
Water
a macronutrient because it is essential for proper functioning as well as for assisting the
body with metabolic processes
Failure for the body to use the nutrients properly results in...
heart disease
kidney disease
renal disorders
diabetes
malnutrition
obesity
How many calories does 1 g of carbs provide?
4 calories
How many calories does 1 g of protein provide?
4 calories
How many calories does 1 g of fat provide?
9 calories
Kilocalorie
The amount of heat necessary to raise the temperature of one kilogram of water one
Celsius degree
