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Which of the following is NOT a type of complex carbohydrate?
Which of the following is NOT a type of complex carbohydrate?
- Glycogen
- Sugar (correct)
- Fiber
- Starch
Which of the following is a trace mineral?
Which of the following is a trace mineral?
- Magnesium
- Phosphorus
- Iron (correct)
- Calcium
What type of fat is considered unhealthy and should be limited in the diet?
What type of fat is considered unhealthy and should be limited in the diet?
- Monounsaturated
- Saturated (correct)
- Unsaturated
- Polyunsaturated
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of a balanced diet?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of a balanced diet?
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Which vitamin is NOT a fat-soluble vitamin?
Which vitamin is NOT a fat-soluble vitamin?
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Which of the following is a good source of protein for a vegan diet?
Which of the following is a good source of protein for a vegan diet?
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Which of the following is NOT a recommended dietary guideline?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended dietary guideline?
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What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?
What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?
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Which of the following is a common food intolerance?
Which of the following is a common food intolerance?
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Which of the following is NOT a diet-related disease?
Which of the following is NOT a diet-related disease?
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Macronutrients
- Carbohydrates:
- Primary source of energy for the body
- Found in grains, fruits, vegetables, and dairy products
- Types: simple (sugars) and complex (starches and fibers)
- Proteins:
- Building blocks of tissues and organs
- Found in animal products, legumes, and nuts
- Essential for growth and maintenance
- Fats:
- Energy source and helps absorb vitamins
- Found in animal products, oils, and nuts
- Types: saturated, monounsaturated, and polyunsaturated
Micronutrients
- Vitamins:
- Essential for various bodily functions
- Found in small amounts in a variety of foods
- Types: fat-soluble (A, D, E, K) and water-soluble (B, C)
- Minerals:
- Essential for various bodily functions
- Found in small amounts in a variety of foods
- Types: macrominerals ( calcium, phosphorus, magnesium) and trace minerals (iron, zinc, iodine)
Nutrition Recommendations
- Dietary Guidelines:
- Emphasize whole, unprocessed foods
- Include a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins
- Limit intake of added sugars, saturated fats, and refined carbohydrates
- Meal Frequency and Portion Control:
- Aim for 3 main meals and 2-3 snacks per day
- Control portion sizes to maintain a healthy weight and prevent chronic diseases
Nutrition and Health
- Malnutrition:
- Deficiency or excess of essential nutrients
- Can lead to various health problems, including stunted growth and impaired immune function
- Diet-related Diseases:
- Obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and certain types of cancer
- Can be prevented or managed through a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle
Special Dietary Needs
- Vegetarian and Vegan Diets:
- Plant-based diets that exclude meat, fish, and poultry (vegetarian) or all animal products (vegan)
- Require careful planning to ensure adequate nutrient intake
- Food Allergies and Intolerances:
- Adverse reactions to specific foods, such as peanuts, gluten, or lactose
- Require avoidance or modification of dietary intake
Macronutrients
- Carbohydrates are the primary source of energy for the body, found in grains, fruits, vegetables, and dairy products, and come in two types: simple (sugars) and complex (starches and fibers).
- Proteins are the building blocks of tissues and organs, found in animal products, legumes, and nuts, and are essential for growth and maintenance.
- Fats are an energy source, help absorb vitamins, and are found in animal products, oils, and nuts, with three types: saturated, monounsaturated, and polyunsaturated.
Micronutrients
- Vitamins are essential for various bodily functions, found in small amounts in a variety of foods, and come in two types: fat-soluble (A, D, E, K) and water-soluble (B, C).
- Minerals are essential for various bodily functions, found in small amounts in a variety of foods, and come in two types: macrominerals (calcium, phosphorus, magnesium) and trace minerals (iron, zinc, iodine).
Nutrition Recommendations
- Dietary guidelines emphasize whole, unprocessed foods, include a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins, and limit intake of added sugars, saturated fats, and refined carbohydrates.
- Meal frequency and portion control involve aiming for 3 main meals and 2-3 snacks per day, and controlling portion sizes to maintain a healthy weight and prevent chronic diseases.
Nutrition and Health
- Malnutrition occurs when there is a deficiency or excess of essential nutrients, leading to various health problems, including stunted growth and impaired immune function.
- Diet-related diseases, such as obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and certain types of cancer, can be prevented or managed through a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.
Special Dietary Needs
- Vegetarian and vegan diets are plant-based diets that exclude meat, fish, and poultry (vegetarian) or all animal products (vegan), and require careful planning to ensure adequate nutrient intake.
- Food allergies and intolerances involve adverse reactions to specific foods, such as peanuts, gluten, or lactose, and require avoidance or modification of dietary intake.
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