Nutrition and Health Concepts

Typically found in empty calories

• Sugar-sweetened soft drinks

• Whole grain bread

• Fresh fruits

• Lean meats

Nutrient

• A substance that must be supplied by food to meet the body's needs.

• A type of exercise that improves cardiovascular health.

• A chemical compound that provides energy to the body.

• A vitamin that is synthesized by the body.

Diarrhea occurs when the __________ does not absorb water.

• Large intestines

• Small intestines

• Stomach

• Pancreas

Definition of Serving Size.

• A standardized amount of food recommended for consumption.

• The total amount of food consumed in a meal.

• A measurement of the nutritional value of food.

• The size of the plate used for serving food.

Catabolism involves breaking down larger substances into smaller ones.

• Catabolism is a metabolic process that breaks down molecules to obtain energy.

• Catabolism is the process of building larger molecules from smaller ones.

• Catabolism occurs only in plants during photosynthesis.

• Catabolism is unrelated to energy production.

Purpose of Dietary Guidelines.

• Provide recommendations for a balanced diet and healthy eating patterns.

• Suggest specific food brands to consume.

• Encourage the consumption of high-calorie foods.

• Promote the elimination of all carbohydrates.

Role of Probiotics.

• Live microorganisms that promote healthy gut bacteria.

• Synthetic compounds that enhance digestion.

• Chemical agents that kill harmful bacteria.

• Dietary fibers that support gut health.

Enrichment in Nutrition

• Nutrients lost during processing are added back.

• Nutrients are completely removed during processing.

• Only vitamins are enriched in food products.

• Enrichment refers to the addition of artificial flavors.

Kilocalories in one gram of fat

• 7 kcal

• 9 kcal

• 11 kcal

• 13 kcal

NOT a factor that influences nutrient needs

• Hair color

• Age

• Activity level

• Dietary restrictions