Calculating Kilocalories in Meals
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Calculating Kilocalories in Meals

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How many kilocalories did Anna consume for dinner?

315 kilocalories

How many of Anne's kilocalories came from protein?

108 kilocalories

What percentage of Mrs. Kirby's total energy intake came from carbohydrates?

61%

What is the percentage contribution of energy from fat in Mrs. Kirby's neighbor's diet?

<p>26%</p> Signup and view all the answers

Is Mrs. Kirby's neighbor's fat intake within the AMDR?

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these top causes of death in the United States is not known to be influenced by food and nutrition choices?

<p>Accidents</p> Signup and view all the answers

Brendan's diet is similar to the average American diet because it is likely __________.

<p>high in saturated fat, low in fiber, and high in sodium</p> Signup and view all the answers

Of the individuals listed below, who is best qualified to advise Brendan on his diet?

<p>a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN)</p> Signup and view all the answers

There are at least 900 different __________, which are nonnutritive compounds in plant foods.

<p>phytochemicals</p> Signup and view all the answers

__________ includes a set of disease prevention and health promotion objectives for the nation to work towards.

<p>Healthy People 2020</p> Signup and view all the answers

__________ can be classified as macronutrients, micronutrients, and water.

<p>Nutrients</p> Signup and view all the answers

Reactions that occur within cells of the body to sustain life can be referred to as __________.

<p>metabolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

_____ is/are the portion of plant foods not fully broken down in the digestive tract.

<p>Fiber</p> Signup and view all the answers

For many adults, __________ is one of the primary factors influencing food choices.

<p>convenience</p> Signup and view all the answers

While it is generally better to obtain nutrients from food, some people may require __________ to meet nutrient needs.

<p>supplements</p> Signup and view all the answers

_______ refer(s) to a body mass index of 30 or higher; it is a condition affecting over 35% of American adults.

<p>Obesity</p> Signup and view all the answers

____________ are units used to measure the amount of energy in foods.

<p>Kilocalories</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Calculating Kilocalories

  • Anna's dinner consisted of 7g fat, 36g carbohydrates, and 27g protein, totaling 315 kilocalories.
  • From her dinner, 27g of protein contributed 108 kilocalories.

Dietary Analysis

  • Mrs. Kirby's total energy intake was 2200 kcal, with 63g of fat, making fat contribute 26% to her diet.
  • Mrs. Kirby's neighbor's fat intake is within the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR).

Nutrition and Health

  • Among top causes of death in the U.S., accidents are not influenced by food and nutrition choices.
  • Brendan's diet mirrors the average American diet, characterized by high saturated fat, low fiber, and high sodium.

Nutritional Guidance

  • A registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) is best qualified to advise on dietary choices.
  • There are at least 900 different phytochemicals, which are nonnutritive compounds found in plant foods.

Health Objectives

  • Healthy People 2020 outlines a framework for disease prevention and health promotion goals for the nation.

Nutritional Categories

  • Nutrients are categorized into macronutrients, micronutrients, and water.
  • Metabolism refers to reactions occurring within cells that sustain life.

Dietary Fiber and Convenience

  • Fiber is the portion of plant foods that is not fully digested.
  • Convenience is a primary factor influencing food choices for many adults.

Supplementation

  • While obtaining nutrients from food is preferable, some individuals may require supplements to meet their nutrient needs.

Obesity

  • Obesity is defined as a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, affecting over 35% of American adults.

Energy Measurement

  • Kilocalories are the units used to measure the energy content in foods.

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Test your knowledge on calculating kilocalories from various macronutrients in meals. This quiz consists of flashcards with different scenarios to evaluate your understanding of energy intake from fats, carbohydrates, and proteins. Perfect for nutrition students or anyone interested in meal planning!

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