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Leading cause of nutrition-related diseases in the U.S.
- Poor Diet
- Sedentary Lifestyles (Lack of Exercise)
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Nutrients that supply energy?
- Carbohydrates
- Proteins
- Fats
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Percentage of carbohydrates advocated by the Food & Nutrition board
52%
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Fiber class of nutrient
Carbohydrates
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Energy provided by fats, proteins, & carbohydrates in grams
- Fats: 60 grams
- Proteins: 70 grams
- Carbs: 290 grams
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Properties of water as a nutrient
Numerous vital functions in body
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What a "kcalorie" measures
Heat
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Nutrition definition of n "organic"
- The food must be free of:
- Food colors
- Synthetic flavors
- Any other synthetic substances
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What is the "Freshman 15"
- Term used to describe weight gained by first year college students
- Causes:
- Stressful Situations
- University Environment
- Peer Pressure
- Alcohol
- Lack of Exercise
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Term for: "psychological influence to eat"
Appetite
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What "anthropometry" is
Measurement of body weight and the lengths, circumferences, and thicknesses of parts of the body.
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Definition of "Under-Nutrition"
Failing health results from a long-standing dietary intake that is not enough to meet nutritional needs.
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Agency responsible for food labeling
- FDA
- Food & Drug Administration
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Food labels ingredient label order
Descending order by weight
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System that keeps diseases from humans
Lymphatic system
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Where "bile" is produced
Liver
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Fluids that promote heartburn
Acid reflux
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Area that the digestive system absorbs the most nutrients
Gastrointestinal
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Functions of large intestine
- Mix & propel contents
- Absorb sodium, potassium, & water
- House bacteria
- Lubricate w/ mucus
- Synthesize some vitamins & short-chain fatty acids
- Forms feces
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Know types of Monosaccharides
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What is disaccharide?
- Sucrose: Sugar
- Lactose: Milk products
- Maltose: Fermentation & Alcohol Production
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What sugars form sucrose, lactose, & maltose?
Simple Sugars
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Glucose other name
Dextrose
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Definition of "Simple Carbohydrates"
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Function of glucose
- In bloodstream called; blood sugar
- Breaks down starches & sucrose
- Source of fuel for cells
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Characteristics of Type Two Diabetes
- Generally in people > 40 years or age
- Increasing rates in younger people
- Obesity
- Treatment:
- -Weight Loss
- -Oral Medication
- -Diet therapy
- -Insulin
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Where digestion begins?
Mouth
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