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What is nutrition?
Process by which your body takes in and uses food.
What are nutrients?
Substances in food that your body needs to grow, repair itself, and to supply it with energy.
What is a calorie?
Unit of heat used to measure the energy your body uses and the energy it receives from food.
What is hunger?
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What is appetite?
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What are environmental influences on diet?
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What are 5 ways your body needs nutrients?
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What are the 6 types of nutrients?
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What are the 3 energy providing nutrients?
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What are 3 other nutrients?
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What are 3 sources of energy in food?
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What are carbohydrates?
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What is fiber?
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What is the role of carbs?
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What are the benefits of fiber?
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What are proteins?
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What is the role of proteins?
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What are saturated fats?
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What is the role of fats?
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What is cholesterol?
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What are vitamins?
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What does water soluble mean?
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What are minerals?
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What is osteoporosis?
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What is calcium important for?
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What are the functions of water?
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How many cups of water does a girl need?
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How many cups of water does a boy need?
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What are the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?
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What are the 3 key guidelines?
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What is MyPyramid?
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What are the 5 (or 6th) groups of MyPyramid?
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What does nutrient dense mean?
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What are food additives?
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What does free mean on a food label?
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What does low mean on a food label?
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What does light mean on a food label?
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What does reduced mean on a food label?
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What does healthy mean on a food label?
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What is foodborne illness?
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What is pasteurization?
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What are the 4 steps to keeping food clean?
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Study Notes
Nutrition Fundamentals
- Nutrition is the process of intake and utilization of food by the body.
- Nutrients are essential substances from food vital for growth, repair, and energy.
- Calories measure the energy your body uses and receives from food.
Hunger vs. Appetite
- Hunger is a natural physical drive for food based on the body's needs.
- Appetite is a psychological desire for food, often influenced by external factors.
Influences on Diet
- Environmental factors affecting diet include family, culture, friends, time, money, and advertising.
Nutrients and Their Functions
- Nutrients are crucial for various body needs: energy provision, tissue repair, growth, oxygen transport, and regulation of body functions.
Types of Nutrients
- Six essential nutrient types: carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water.
- Three primary energy-providing nutrients: carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.
Carbohydrates and Fiber
- Carbohydrates are the body's main energy source, found in starches and sugars.
- Fiber, a type of complex carbohydrate, aids digestion and promotes regularity.
Role of Proteins and Fats
- Proteins build and maintain cell structures, vital for muscle growth.
- Fats provide energy, support brain development, absorb vitamins A, D, E, K, and maintain skin and hair health.
Cholesterol and Vitamins
- Cholesterol is a waxy substance in the blood, essential for cell walls, hormones, and vitamin D production.
- Vitamins are compounds that regulate body processes, some are water-soluble (dissolve in water), and others are not.
Minerals and Bone Health
- Minerals are elements required by the body from dietary sources.
- Calcium is crucial for strong bones and preventing osteoporosis, a condition fraught with fragile bones.
Water and Its Importance
- Water performs multiple functions: transporting nutrients, removing waste, regulating temperature, cushioning organs, and lubricating joints.
- Adequate daily water intake: 9 cups for girls and 13 cups for boys.
Dietary Guidelines and Recommendations
- Dietary Guidelines for Americans provide strategies for healthy eating and physical activity.
- Key guidelines emphasize smart food choices, balancing food intake with physical activity, and maximizing nutrient intake.
MyPyramid Overview
- MyPyramid illustrates healthful eating through various food groups: grains, vegetables, fruits, milk, and proteins, with oils included as the sixth group.
Nutrient Density and Food Labels
- Nutrient-dense foods have a high ratio of nutrients to calories.
- Food additives are substances introduced to food to achieve specific effects.
Food Safety and Illness
- Foodborne illnesses, also known as food poisoning, present symptoms such as fever, vomiting, diarrhea, and dehydration.
- Pasteurization is a method that uses heat to kill pathogens in food.
Food Safety Practices
- Four crucial steps to prevent food contamination: clean, separate, cook, and chill.
- Cross-contamination refers to the transfer of pathogens from one food to another, posing health risks.
Allergies and Intolerance
- Food allergies involve immune system reactions to certain food substances.
- Food intolerance results in adverse reactions that do not engage the immune system.
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Test your knowledge on nutrition and its key concepts with these flashcards from Glencoe Health Chapter 10. Each card focuses on important terms such as nutrients, calories, and hunger. Enhance your understanding of how your body processes food and its energy needs.