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What are the six nutrients?
What are the six nutrients?
Carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, water.
Which nutrients provide energy?
Which nutrients provide energy?
Carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.
Which nutrients regulate bodily functions?
Which nutrients regulate bodily functions?
Vitamins, minerals, and water.
Which nutrient is our main energy source?
Which nutrient is our main energy source?
Which nutrient creates and builds body tissue?
Which nutrient creates and builds body tissue?
What should 60% of our calories come from?
What should 60% of our calories come from?
What should 30% of our calories come from?
What should 30% of our calories come from?
What should 10% of our calories come from?
What should 10% of our calories come from?
What are the two types of carbohydrates?
What are the two types of carbohydrates?
What are the two types of proteins?
What are the two types of proteins?
How many calories do carbohydrates give per gram?
How many calories do carbohydrates give per gram?
How many calories do fats give per gram?
How many calories do fats give per gram?
How many calories do proteins give per gram?
How many calories do proteins give per gram?
What are the two types of complex carbohydrates?
What are the two types of complex carbohydrates?
What are the two types of fiber?
What are the two types of fiber?
What type of fat is solid at room temperature?
What type of fat is solid at room temperature?
What does a diet high in saturated fats lead to?
What does a diet high in saturated fats lead to?
How can you tell a fat is unsaturated versus saturated?
How can you tell a fat is unsaturated versus saturated?
Where are the two places cholesterol is found/produced?
Where are the two places cholesterol is found/produced?
What are the two forms of cholesterol?
What are the two forms of cholesterol?
Which type of cholesterol is good and which is bad?
Which type of cholesterol is good and which is bad?
What do trans fats do for store products?
What do trans fats do for store products?
Are trans fats good or bad, and why?
Are trans fats good or bad, and why?
What are the two types of amino acids?
What are the two types of amino acids?
Where do we get essential amino acids?
Where do we get essential amino acids?
Where do we get non-essential amino acids?
Where do we get non-essential amino acids?
Define complete proteins.
Define complete proteins.
Define incomplete proteins.
Define incomplete proteins.
What happens when there's too much protein in the diet?
What happens when there's too much protein in the diet?
What happens when there's too little protein in the diet?
What happens when there's too little protein in the diet?
What vitamins are fat soluble?
What vitamins are fat soluble?
What vitamins are water soluble?
What vitamins are water soluble?
What disease does a lack of calcium lead to?
What disease does a lack of calcium lead to?
What disease does a lack of iron lead to?
What disease does a lack of iron lead to?
What is water used for in the body?
What is water used for in the body?
What should my max sodium intake be?
What should my max sodium intake be?
What is my max sodium intake after the age of 51?
What is my max sodium intake after the age of 51?
What disease can arise from too much sodium?
What disease can arise from too much sodium?
What disease can arise from too much consumption of high fructose corn syrup?
What disease can arise from too much consumption of high fructose corn syrup?
What should my max calorie intake from saturated fats be?
What should my max calorie intake from saturated fats be?
What should my max intake of dietary cholesterol per day be?
What should my max intake of dietary cholesterol per day be?
What are 7 foods and nutrients to increase?
What are 7 foods and nutrients to increase?
Study Notes
Nutrients Overview
- Six essential nutrients: carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and water.
- Energy-providing nutrients include carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.
Energy Sources
- Carbohydrates serve as the primary energy source for the body, accounting for 60% of caloric intake.
- Fats should comprise 30% of calorie intake, while proteins should make up 10%.
Carbohydrates
- Two types: simple carbohydrates (sugars) and complex carbohydrates (starch and fiber).
- Complex carbohydrates further divide into starches and fibers.
Proteins
- Protein types include complete proteins (contain all essential amino acids from animal sources) and incomplete proteins (need pairing to make complete proteins, primarily from plants).
- Proteins are vital for body tissue building and repair.
Caloric Values
- Carbohydrates and proteins each provide 4 calories per gram.
- Fats provide 9 calories per gram.
Fats
- Types of fats: saturated (solid at room temperature) and unsaturated (liquid at room temperature).
- A diet high in saturated fats raises the risk of heart disease.
- Trans fats can extend shelf life of products but are considered harmful as they raise LDL and lower HDL cholesterol levels.
Cholesterol
- Cholesterol is found in animal products and produced by the liver.
- Two forms of cholesterol: HDL (good) and LDL (bad).
- Higher HDL levels are beneficial, while elevated LDL levels are harmful.
Amino Acids
- Two categories: essential amino acids (obtained from food) and non-essential amino acids (produced by the body).
Vitamins and Minerals
- Fat-soluble vitamins: A, D, E, and K; water-soluble vitamins: C and B-complex.
- Calcium deficiency can lead to osteoporosis; iron deficiency can cause anemia.
Water Functions
- Crucial for digestion, temperature regulation, waste removal, cushioning, and nutrient transport.
Sodium Intake
- Recommended maximum sodium intake: 2,300 mg; 1,500 mg after age 51 to prevent hypertension.
Dietary Risks
- Excessive sodium intake can lead to hypertension.
- High fructose corn syrup consumption may increase the risk of diabetes.
Dietary Recommendations
- Maintain caloric needs, increase intake of vegetables and fruits, and consume a variety of vegetables.
- Limit saturated fat intake to a maximum of 10% of total daily calories.
- Daily cholesterol intake should not exceed 300 mg.
Summary of Key Points
- Proper nutrient distribution is vital for health and energy management.
- Understanding the types of nutrients and their functions supports informed dietary choices.
- Maintaining moderation in the consumption of fats, sugars, and sodium is critical for long-term health.
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Test your knowledge on essential nutrients with these flashcards! From carbohydrates to vitamins, this quiz covers the six main nutrients, their roles, and which provide energy. Perfect for students studying nutrition or anyone looking to enhance their understanding of healthy eating.
