Health and Wellness Through Nutritional Science - D440
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1. The intake of food, considered in relation to the body's dietary needs: Nutrition
2. The study of the effects of food components on the metabolism, health,
performance, and disease resistance of human beings and animals: Nutrition
Science
3. The use of evidence-based practices in the area of food and nutrition to
improve and maintain good health: Dietetics
4. Food and nutrition expert who has met specific academic and training criteria
to earn the nationally accredited RDN license: Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
5. A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the
absence of disease or infirmity: Health
6. Full potential development for all people within their environments.
Balance between activities and goals (e.g., play and work): Wellness
7. The process of enabling people to increase control over and improve their
health: Health Promotion
8. Nutrients that the body cannot synthesize on its own—or not in an adequate
amount—and must be provided by the diet. They are necessary for the body to
function properly.: Essential Nutrients
9. 1) Carbohydrates
2) Protein
3) Fat
4) Vitamins
5) Minerals
6) Water: What are the SIX Essential Nutrients?
10. Nutrients that are made naturally in the body. They can also be absorbed
through certain foods. Even though they are referred to as nonessential, they
are still important in maintaining health.: Nonessential Nutrients
11. 1) Nonessential Amino Acids
2) Cholesterol: Name 2 examples of Nonessential Nutrients
12. Nutrients that provide the body with energy that is measured in calories.
aka: Macronutrients; because they are required by the body in large quantities
, Health and Wellness Through Nutritional Science - D440
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relative to micronutrient requirements (e.g., vitamins and minerals).: Energy-yield-
ing Nutrients
aka: ??
13. 1) Carbohydrates 2) Fats
3) Proteins: Name 3 examples of Energy-yielding Nutrients
14. Refers to how many nutrients are present in a food, given the number of
calories it contains. It is a simple way to connect nutrients with calories.: Nutrient
Density
15. Vegetables, fruits, whole grains, seafood, eggs, beans and peas, unsalted
nuts and seeds, fat-free and low-fat dairy products, and lean meats and poul-
try.: Name examples of Nutrient-rich (or nutrient-dense) foods
16. Cookies, soda, French fries, and processed meats. Some of these foods may
contain important nutrients, but the overall quantity of nutrients per calorie is
low.
Empty Calories are foods that provide calories but no nutrients (e.g soda): Name
examples of foods that are NOT nutrient dense
What are "empty calories"?
17. 1) Smooth skin
2) Clear and bright eyes
3) Resistance to infection: Signs of good nutrition include:
(hint: there are 3 listed)
18. A positive dynamic state that motivates a person to seek a higher level of
functioning, includes all aspects of a person's life.
Wellness is supported by balanced nutrition: Personal Wellness
19. Measures and describes how well nutrient needs are being met.
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1. The intake of food, considered in relation to the body's dietary needs: Nutrition
2. The study of the effects of food components on the metabolism, health,
performance, and disease resistance of human beings and animals: Nutrition
Science
3. The use of evidence-based practices in the area of food and nutrition to
improve and maintain good health: Dietetics
4. Food and nutrition expert who has met specific academic and training criteria
to earn the nationally accredited RDN license: Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
5. A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the
absence of disease or infirmity: Health
6. Full potential development for all people within their environments.
Balance between activities and goals (e.g., play and work): Wellness
7. The process of enabling people to increase control over and improve their
health: Health Promotion
8. Nutrients that the body cannot synthesize on its own—or not in an adequate
amount—and must be provided by the diet. They are necessary for the body to
function properly.: Essential Nutrients
9. 1) Carbohydrates
2) Protein
3) Fat
4) Vitamins
5) Minerals
6) Water: What are the SIX Essential Nutrients?
10. Nutrients that are made naturally in the body. They can also be absorbed
through certain foods. Even though they are referred to as nonessential, they
are still important in maintaining health.: Nonessential Nutrients
11. 1) Nonessential Amino Acids
2) Cholesterol: Name 2 examples of Nonessential Nutrients
12. Nutrients that provide the body with energy that is measured in calories.
aka: Macronutrients; because they are required by the body in large quantities
, Health and Wellness Through Nutritional Science - D440
WGU
Study online at https://quizlet.com/_hk14l8
relative to micronutrient requirements (e.g., vitamins and minerals).: Energy-yield-
ing Nutrients
aka: ??
13. 1) Carbohydrates 2) Fats
3) Proteins: Name 3 examples of Energy-yielding Nutrients
14. Refers to how many nutrients are present in a food, given the number of
calories it contains. It is a simple way to connect nutrients with calories.: Nutrient
Density
15. Vegetables, fruits, whole grains, seafood, eggs, beans and peas, unsalted
nuts and seeds, fat-free and low-fat dairy products, and lean meats and poul-
try.: Name examples of Nutrient-rich (or nutrient-dense) foods
16. Cookies, soda, French fries, and processed meats. Some of these foods may
contain important nutrients, but the overall quantity of nutrients per calorie is
low.
Empty Calories are foods that provide calories but no nutrients (e.g soda): Name
examples of foods that are NOT nutrient dense
What are "empty calories"?
17. 1) Smooth skin
2) Clear and bright eyes
3) Resistance to infection: Signs of good nutrition include:
(hint: there are 3 listed)
18. A positive dynamic state that motivates a person to seek a higher level of
functioning, includes all aspects of a person's life.
Wellness is supported by balanced nutrition: Personal Wellness
19. Measures and describes how well nutrient needs are being met.
