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Nutrition Chapter 11 Flashcards

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What is the nutritional status?

  • Loss of appetite
  • State or condition of one's nutrition (correct)
  • State of good nutrition
  • High blood pressure

    • What is hypertension?

    High blood pressure

    What is malnutrition?

    State of poor nutrition caused by diet or illness

    What are carbohydrates?

    <p>Commonly called starches or sugars, major source of energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is cholesterol?

    <p>Fatty substance found in body cells and animal fats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is protein?

    <p>Essential nutrients that build and repair tissue and provide heat or energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is digestion?

    <p>Process of breaking down food into smaller parts and changing it chemically</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is absorption?

    <p>Process where blood capillaries pick up digested nutrients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is anorexia?

    <p>Loss of appetite</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a therapeutic diet?

    <p>Modifications of normal diet to improve specific health conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the four immediate effects of good nutrition?

    <p>Healthy appearance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is osteoporosis?

    <p>A condition in which bones become porous and break easily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is cellulose?

    <p>Fibrous indigestible form of carbohydrate that provides bulk in the digestive tract</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the four functions of fat?

    <p>Cushions organs and bones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Saturated fats are solid at room temperature.

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

    Unsaturated fats are hard at room temperature.

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

    What are four examples of saturated fats?

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

    What are four examples of polyunsaturated fats?

    <p>Vegetable oil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are three functions of proteins?

    <p>Provide heat and energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are complete proteins?

    <p>Contain nine amino acids essential to life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are incomplete proteins?

    <p>Contain any of the remaining amino acids out of the twenty-two and some combination of some of the nine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are water-soluble vitamins?

    <p>Vitamins that dissolve in water and are easily destroyed by cooking, air, and light</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are fat-soluble vitamins?

    <p>Vitamins that dissolve in fat and are not easily destroyed by cooking, air, and light</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) aid in?

    <p>Wound healing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of Vitamin K?

    <p>Normal clotting of the blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Vitamin B (12) (cobalamin) promote?

    <p>Production of healthy red blood cells and metabolism of proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Vitamin D (calciferol) promote?

    <p>Builds and maintains bone and teeth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Riboflavin (B2) support?

    <p>Healthy mouth tissues and eyes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Vitamin A (Retinol) influence?

    <p>Structure and function of cells of skin and mucous membranes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of Vitamin E (Tocopherol)?

    <p>Protection of cell structure, especially red blood cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Pyridoxine (B6) promote?

    <p>Production of antibodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of Iron (Fe)?

    <p>Formation of hemoglobin in red blood cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Potassium (K) help maintain?

    <p>Regular heart rhythm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of Calcium (Ca)?

    <p>Clotting of the blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of Iodine (I)?

    <p>Formation of hormones in the thyroid gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of Fluorine (F)?

    <p>Develop and maintain bones and teeth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Magnesium (Mg) and Sodium (Na) support?

    <p>Healthy muscles and nerves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of Chlorine (Cl)?

    <p>Formation of hydrochloric acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Zinc (Zn)?

    <p>Component of enzymes and insulin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are four functions of water?

    <p>Helps body tissues absorb nutrients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many glasses of water should the average person drink per day?

    <p>6-8</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is digestion?

    <p>The process of breaking down food into small parts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is absorption?

    <p>The process of absorbing nutrients into the circulatory system by lymph capillaries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does kilocalories measure?

    <p>The unit of measurement used to measure the amount of heat produced during metabolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are four factors that cause calorie requirements to vary?

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

    An individual who wants to lose weight should increase__________ and decrease_________________________

    <p>Activity, caloric intake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does BMI measure?

    <p>Measures weight in relation to height and correlates this with body fat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is underweight?

    <p>A body weight that is 10 to 15 percent below the desired weight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is overweight?

    <p>A body weight that is 10 to 20 percent above the average recommended weight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is obesity?

    <p>A body weight that is 20 percent or more above the average recommended weight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are soft diet foods to avoid?

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

    What are diabetic diet foods to avoid?

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

    What are low-calorie diet foods to avoid?

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

    What are high-calorie diet foods to avoid?

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

    What are low-cholesterol diet foods to avoid?

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

    What are fat-restricted diet foods to avoid?

    <p>Whole milk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are sodium-restricted diet foods to avoid?

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

    What are low-protein diet foods to avoid?

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

    What are bland diet foods to avoid?

    <p>Fried foods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are low-residue diet foods to avoid?

    <p>Raw vegetables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What foods are allowed on a clear liquid diet?

    <p>Apple juice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Nutrition Terms and Concepts

    • Nutritional Status: Refers to the overall state or condition of an individual's nutrition.
    • Hypertension: Commonly known as high blood pressure, which can affect heart health.
    • Malnutrition: A state resulting from inadequate or unbalanced nutrition, often due to dietary factors or illnesses.
    • Carbohydrates: Major source of energy for the body, often categorized as starches or sugars.
    • Cholesterol: A fatty substance that is found in cell membranes and animal fats.
    • Protein: Essential nutrient that aids in building and repairing tissues while providing energy.

    Digestive Processes

    • Digestion: The process of breaking down food into smaller parts, involving both physical and chemical changes.
    • Absorption: The process where blood capillaries absorb the digested nutrients, integrating them into the circulatory system.

    Eating Disorders and Diets

    • Anorexia: Characterized by a loss of appetite, leading to weight loss and nutritional deficiency.
    • Therapeutic Diet: Modifications made to a normal diet to cater to specific health needs or conditions.

    Nutrition Benefits and Functions

    • Four Immediate Effects of Good Nutrition: Results in a healthy appearance, well-developed body, positive attitude, and high energy levels.
    • Osteoporosis: A health condition where bones become porous and break easily, often related to calcium deficiency.
    • Cellulose: An indigestible form of carbohydrate providing bulk to support digestive health.

    Fats and Their Types

    • Functions of Fat: Cushion and protect organs, assist in absorbing fat-soluble vitamins, enhance flavor in food, and provide insulation.
    • Saturated Fats: Typically solid at room temperature, found in foods like eggs, whole milk, and butter.
    • Unsaturated Fats: Usually soft or oily at room temperature, healthier fat sources.
    • Polyunsaturated Fats: Found in foods like vegetable oils, margarine, and fish; beneficial for heart health.

    Proteins and Their Importance

    • Functions of Proteins: Essential for tissue building and repair, antibody production, and supplying energy.
    • Complete Proteins: Contain all nine essential amino acids necessary for health.
    • Incomplete Proteins: Lack one or more of the essential amino acids but can be combined to form a complete profile.

    Vitamins and Minerals

    • Water-Soluble Vitamins: Easily destroyed by cooking and can dissolve in water (e.g., Vitamins B and C).
    • Fat-Soluble Vitamins: More stable in cooking and dissolve in fat (e.g., Vitamins A, D, E, and K).
    • Key Vitamins Functions:
      • Vitamin C: Aids in wound healing.
      • Vitamin K: Essential for normal blood clotting.
      • Vitamin B12: Necessary for formation of red blood cells and protein metabolism.
      • Vitamin D: Crucial for the maintenance of bone health.
    • Key Minerals:
      • Iron: Critical for hemoglobin production in red blood cells.
      • Calcium: Important for blood clotting and bone health.
      • Potassium: Supports regular heart rhythm.

    Hydration and Water’s Role

    • Functions of Water: Vital for food breakdown and nutrient absorption, composes major blood and cell plasma, assists in waste elimination.
    • Recommended Water Intake: 6-8 glasses per day for average adults.

    Body Weight and Health Indicators

    • BMI: Measures weight in relation to height, indicating body fat.
    • Weight Classifications:
      • Underweight: 10-15% below desired weight.
      • Overweight: 10-20% above average recommended weight.
      • Obesity: 20% or more above recommended weight.

    Diet Restrictions

    • Soft Diet: Avoid foods that are tough or hard to digest, such as fried foods and coarse cereals.
    • Diabetic Diet: Restricts high-sugar foods like syrups and jams.
    • Various diets including low-calorie, low-cholesterol, fat-restricted, sodium-restricted, low-protein, bland, and low-residue have specific foods to avoid for compliance with health needs.

    Clear Liquid Diet

    • Allowed Foods: Include beverages like ginger ale, apple juice, and plain gelatin – essential for patients requiring easy digestion.

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