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What are macronutrients?
What are macronutrients?
- Fruits and vegetables
- Proteins, fats, and carbohydrates (correct)
- Dairy products and meat
- Vitamins and minerals
What is the main source of energy for the body?
What is the main source of energy for the body?
- Dietary fiber
- Proteins
- Fats
- Carbohydrates (correct)
What are micronutrients?
What are micronutrients?
- Proteins and fats
- Vitamins and minerals (correct)
- Dairy products and meat
- Carbohydrates and fiber
Where are carbohydrates mainly found?
Where are carbohydrates mainly found?
What do micronutrients provide for the body?
What do micronutrients provide for the body?
Which nutrients are needed to sustain life and health?
Which nutrients are needed to sustain life and health?
Which life stage has higher recommended intakes of macronutrients and most micronutrients relative to body size?
Which life stage has higher recommended intakes of macronutrients and most micronutrients relative to body size?
What is the predominant nutritional problem in developed countries according to the text?
What is the predominant nutritional problem in developed countries according to the text?
What dietary shifts can help prevent weight problems and chronic illnesses, according to the text?
What dietary shifts can help prevent weight problems and chronic illnesses, according to the text?
What are the advantages of plant-based diets compared to typical Western diets?
What are the advantages of plant-based diets compared to typical Western diets?
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What are macronutrients?
What are macronutrients?
Proteins, fats, and carbohydrates.
Where are carbohydrates mainly found?
Where are carbohydrates mainly found?
Plant foods.
What are micronutrients?
What are micronutrients?
Vitamins and minerals.
What do micronutrients provide for the body?
What do micronutrients provide for the body?
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Which nutrients are needed to sustain life and health?
Which nutrients are needed to sustain life and health?
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Which life stage requires higher nutrient intakes?
Which life stage requires higher nutrient intakes?
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Predominant nutritional problem in developed countries?
Predominant nutritional problem in developed countries?
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Dietary shifts for preventing weight problems/illnesses?
Dietary shifts for preventing weight problems/illnesses?
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Advantages of plant-based diets?
Advantages of plant-based diets?
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Main source of energy for the body?
Main source of energy for the body?
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Study Notes
Macronutrients
- Macronutrients are nutrients required by the body in large amounts for energy, growth, and bodily functions.
- They include carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.
Main Energy Source
- Carbohydrates are the primary source of energy for the body, providing quick energy and serving as a fuel for cellular processes.
Micronutrients
- Micronutrients are nutrients needed in smaller amounts, including vitamins and minerals.
- They play crucial roles in various biochemical processes and maintaining overall health.
Sources of Carbohydrates
- Carbohydrates are mainly found in foods like grains, fruits, vegetables, legumes, and dairy products.
Role of Micronutrients
- Micronutrients provide essential support for metabolic processes, immune function, and bone health, contributing to overall physiological balance.
Essential Nutrients
- To sustain life and health, the body requires a mix of macronutrients, micronutrients, water, and adequate energy intake.
Life Stage with Higher Nutrient Needs
- Infants and young children require higher recommended intakes of macronutrients and most micronutrients relative to body size to support rapid growth and development.
Nutritional Problems in Developed Countries
- The predominant nutritional problem in developed countries is obesity, often linked to excessive intake of processed foods and sugars.
Dietary Shifts for Health Improvement
- Dietary shifts towards whole foods, increased fruits and vegetables, reduced sugar intake, and whole grain consumption can help prevent weight problems and chronic illnesses.
Benefits of Plant-Based Diets
- Plant-based diets offer advantages like lower risks of heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers compared to typical Western diets, which are often high in saturated fats and sugars.
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