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Which of the following best describes the basic function of nutrition?
Which of the following best describes the basic function of nutrition?
- To limit growth and renewal in the body
- To decrease the body's functions
- To provide entertainment and pleasure
- To maintain life and promote optimum health (correct)
What do nutrients in food primarily do in the body?
What do nutrients in food primarily do in the body?
- Provide heat and energy, build and repair body tissues, and regulate body processes (correct)
- Enhance sleep quality
- Aid in emotional intelligence
- Cause diseases
How are nutrients classified according to their function?
How are nutrients classified according to their function?
- Based on taste preferences
- By their color
- As high or low calorie
- As either organic or inorganic compounds (correct)
Which of the following is an example of an organic compound found in food?
Which of the following is an example of an organic compound found in food?
What unit of energy is commonly used in human nutrition?
What unit of energy is commonly used in human nutrition?
What is the primary focus of studying nutrition?
What is the primary focus of studying nutrition?
What is the fuel factor for fat in terms of calories per gram?
What is the fuel factor for fat in terms of calories per gram?
What does Basal Metabolic Rate measure?
What does Basal Metabolic Rate measure?
Which nutrient group is vulnerable to destruction?
Which nutrient group is vulnerable to destruction?
What is the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) based on?
What is the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) based on?
What does Estimated Energy Requirement (EER) reflect?
What does Estimated Energy Requirement (EER) reflect?
What do Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges (AMDR) provide?
What do Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges (AMDR) provide?
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