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What is the primary purpose of nutrition in the human body?
What is the primary purpose of nutrition in the human body?
- To promote energy consumption only
- To enable growth, development, and maintenance of health (correct)
- To avoid low-nutrient-density foods
- To ensure all meals contain protein
Which of the following best defines food?
Which of the following best defines food?
- Items eaten solely for pleasure
- Substances that nourish the body and regulate processes (correct)
- Only liquids consumed by the body
- Any substance that can be ingested as waste
What is NOT one of the six essential nutrients required for body functioning?
What is NOT one of the six essential nutrients required for body functioning?
- Vitamins
- Sugars (correct)
- Carbohydrates
- Fats
To adequately nourish the body, an individual should primarily focus on which action?
To adequately nourish the body, an individual should primarily focus on which action?
What role do nutrients play in the body?
What role do nutrients play in the body?
Which of the following statements about nutrition is accurate?
Which of the following statements about nutrition is accurate?
What is a misconception about the consumption of proteins at breakfast?
What is a misconception about the consumption of proteins at breakfast?
How can good nutrition be reflected in an individual's life?
How can good nutrition be reflected in an individual's life?
What is the primary role of nutrients in the body?
What is the primary role of nutrients in the body?
How do macronutrients differ from micronutrients?
How do macronutrients differ from micronutrients?
Which of the following best describes water's role in nutrition?
Which of the following best describes water's role in nutrition?
What can affect an individual's nutritional status?
What can affect an individual's nutritional status?
Which statement correctly differentiates nutrition from diet therapy?
Which statement correctly differentiates nutrition from diet therapy?
What role do amino acids play in the human body?
What role do amino acids play in the human body?
What are the basic types of nutrients listed in nutrition studies?
What are the basic types of nutrients listed in nutrition studies?
Which of the following amino acids are classified as nonessential?
Which of the following amino acids are classified as nonessential?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of proper nutrition?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of proper nutrition?
Which of the following is included in the classification of nutrients?
Which of the following is included in the classification of nutrients?
What are essential amino acids?
What are essential amino acids?
Which of the following is NOT one of the functions of protein?
Which of the following is NOT one of the functions of protein?
Conditional amino acids become essential during which of the following circumstances?
Conditional amino acids become essential during which of the following circumstances?
Which of the following lists includes conditional amino acids?
Which of the following lists includes conditional amino acids?
How many essential amino acids are needed for human health?
How many essential amino acids are needed for human health?
What is the primary reason why nonessential amino acids are called 'nonessential'?
What is the primary reason why nonessential amino acids are called 'nonessential'?
What is the chemical structure of water?
What is the chemical structure of water?
What is the recommended water intake for adults based on caloric intake?
What is the recommended water intake for adults based on caloric intake?
Which function of water is essential for temperature regulation in the body?
Which function of water is essential for temperature regulation in the body?
Which of the following is NOT a component of body water distribution?
Which of the following is NOT a component of body water distribution?
What percentage of total body water is made up of intracellular fluid?
What percentage of total body water is made up of intracellular fluid?
What is the main characteristic of unsaturated fats?
What is the main characteristic of unsaturated fats?
Which type of lipids includes triglycerides?
Which type of lipids includes triglycerides?
What function do adipose tissue serve during periods of food restriction?
What function do adipose tissue serve during periods of food restriction?
Which of the following fatty acids is essential for the body?
Which of the following fatty acids is essential for the body?
What role do fats play in the transportation of nutrients?
What role do fats play in the transportation of nutrients?
What is a characteristic of visible fats compared to invisible fats?
What is a characteristic of visible fats compared to invisible fats?
Which function of fats is NOT commonly recognized?
Which function of fats is NOT commonly recognized?
What is the primary energy yield from a pound of adipose tissue?
What is the primary energy yield from a pound of adipose tissue?
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Study Notes
Basic Concepts in Nutrition and Diet Therapy
- Foundation of nutrition and diet therapy involves definitions and key concepts.
- Important to classify foods by nutrient groups and differentiate macronutrients from micronutrients.
- Nutritional sources must be identified for proper dietary planning.
- Essential nutrients include carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water.
Lesson 1: Definition of Terms
- Food: Substances that nourish the body by providing energy, repairing tissues, and regulating processes.
- Nutrition: Science of food and its relationship to health, encompassing intake, absorption, and utilization of nutrients.
- Nutrients: Organic and inorganic substances essential for bodily functions; include six key categories.
Nutritional Status
- Influences health and the body's disease resistance.
- Can change over time and is often reflected in an individual’s physical appearance.
Essential Nutrients
- Carbohydrates: Provide energy; necessary for bodily functions.
- Proteins: Vital for growth, repair, and body functions; broken down into amino acids.
- Fats: Serve as energy sources and support bodily organs; include saturated and unsaturated types.
- Vitamins: Facilitate body functions and are organic compounds required in small amounts.
- Minerals: Inorganic elements essential for numerous biochemical processes.
- Water: Critical for numerous bodily functions and constitutes about 60% of body weight.
Amino Acids
- Essential Amino Acids: Must be obtained from the diet since the body cannot synthesize them.
- Nonessential Amino Acids: Synthesized by the body, not strictly required from diet.
- Conditional Amino Acids: Normally nonessential but become essential in stress or illness.
Functions of Proteins
- Support growth and maintenance of tissues.
- Act as catalysts (enzymes) and communicators (hormones) within the body.
Lipid Classification
- Simple Lipids: Primarily triglycerides, providing energy reserves.
- Compound Lipids: Include phospholipids and glycolipids, essential for cellular structure.
- Functions of Fats: Provide energy, cushion organs, spare proteins, supply essential fatty acids, and transport fat-soluble vitamins.
Importance of Water
- Structural component of cells; supports biochemical reactions.
- Adequate intake varies: Adults require 1ml/kcal; infants need 1.5ml/kcal.
- Major component of body fluids, facilitating movement and transport of nutrients.
Functions of Water
- Provides cell shape and rigidity.
- Regulates body temperature and acts as a lubricant.
- Cushions body tissues and aids nutrient transport throughout the body.
Nutrient Distribution in Body Fluids
- Intracellular Fluid comprises proteins and various minerals.
- Extracellular Fluid contains minerals and blood proteins for transport functions.
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