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What are the two main categories of nutrients?
What are the two main categories of nutrients?
- Vitamins and Minerals
- Macronutrients and Micronutrients (correct)
- Proteins and Carbohydrates
- Fats and Amino Acids
Which statement defines Dietary Reference Intake (DRI)?
Which statement defines Dietary Reference Intake (DRI)?
- The maximum level of nutrient intake before adverse effects
- A set of reference values used to plan and assess nutrient intakes (correct)
- The average intake of nutrients by a specific population
- A fixed amount of nutrients required for all age groups
Which of the following DRI components estimates nutrient requirements for groups?
Which of the following DRI components estimates nutrient requirements for groups?
- UL
- RDA
- AI
- EAR (correct)
What does RDA stand for in the context of dietary intakes?
What does RDA stand for in the context of dietary intakes?
When is Adequate Intake (AI) used?
When is Adequate Intake (AI) used?
Which of the following nutrients is NOT a macronutrient?
Which of the following nutrients is NOT a macronutrient?
What does UL stand for in the context of dietary reference intakes?
What does UL stand for in the context of dietary reference intakes?
What is the primary role of essential nutrients in the body?
What is the primary role of essential nutrients in the body?
What distinguishes monounsaturated fats from saturated fats?
What distinguishes monounsaturated fats from saturated fats?
What is the primary effect of trans fats on cholesterol levels?
What is the primary effect of trans fats on cholesterol levels?
Which of these dietary fats is most associated with higher levels of heart disease?
Which of these dietary fats is most associated with higher levels of heart disease?
Which monosaccharide is primarily found in honey?
Which monosaccharide is primarily found in honey?
What is a characteristic of dietary fiber?
What is a characteristic of dietary fiber?
Why do plant proteins generally have a lower biological value than animal proteins?
Why do plant proteins generally have a lower biological value than animal proteins?
What defines positive nitrogen balance in the human body?
What defines positive nitrogen balance in the human body?
Which of the following is a common source of glucose?
Which of the following is a common source of glucose?
What does the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) represent?
What does the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) represent?
Which energy requirement is correct for a sedentary adult?
Which energy requirement is correct for a sedentary adult?
How is energy content in food typically measured?
How is energy content in food typically measured?
Which of the following contributes most significantly to energy requirement variation among individuals?
Which of the following contributes most significantly to energy requirement variation among individuals?
What is the primary function of Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)?
What is the primary function of Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)?
What is the Thermic Effect of Food?
What is the Thermic Effect of Food?
Which macronutrient has the highest energy content?
Which macronutrient has the highest energy content?
What comprises the majority of dietary lipids?
What comprises the majority of dietary lipids?
Macronutrients include fats, proteins, and carbohydrates.
Macronutrients include fats, proteins, and carbohydrates.
The RDA is calculated as EAR multiplied by 2.
The RDA is calculated as EAR multiplied by 2.
Essential nutrients can be synthesized by the body at sufficient rates.
Essential nutrients can be synthesized by the body at sufficient rates.
Micronutrients include proteins and fats.
Micronutrients include proteins and fats.
The Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) represents the safe upper limit of nutrient intake.
The Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) represents the safe upper limit of nutrient intake.
AI is used when sufficient evidence is available to calculate RDA.
AI is used when sufficient evidence is available to calculate RDA.
Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) are fixed values regardless of age and gender.
Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) are fixed values regardless of age and gender.
Vitamins are classified only as fat-soluble nutrients.
Vitamins are classified only as fat-soluble nutrients.
The Estimated Energy Requirement (EER) is calculated based on a person's age, gender, height, and physical activity level.
The Estimated Energy Requirement (EER) is calculated based on a person's age, gender, height, and physical activity level.
A sedentary adult requires 40 kcal/kg/day to maintain energy balance.
A sedentary adult requires 40 kcal/kg/day to maintain energy balance.
The thermic effect of food can increase energy expenditure by up to 20% during digestion.
The thermic effect of food can increase energy expenditure by up to 20% during digestion.
Triacylglycerol (TAG) makes up about 90% of dietary carbohydrates.
Triacylglycerol (TAG) makes up about 90% of dietary carbohydrates.
Energy content of fat is more than twice that of protein or carbohydrate.
Energy content of fat is more than twice that of protein or carbohydrate.
The Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) measures energy used during physical activity.
The Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) measures energy used during physical activity.
Ethanol has a lower energy content compared to carbohydrates.
Ethanol has a lower energy content compared to carbohydrates.
Energy expended due to physical activity has a consistent level across all individuals.
Energy expended due to physical activity has a consistent level across all individuals.
Saturated fats contain at least one double bond in their hydrocarbon chains.
Saturated fats contain at least one double bond in their hydrocarbon chains.
Monounsaturated fats lower total cholesterol and LDL-C while maintaining HDL-C levels.
Monounsaturated fats lower total cholesterol and LDL-C while maintaining HDL-C levels.
Polyunsaturated fats can be divided into omega-3 and omega-6 types based on the location of their double bonds.
Polyunsaturated fats can be divided into omega-3 and omega-6 types based on the location of their double bonds.
Trans fats behave like saturated fats but are classified as unsaturated.
Trans fats behave like saturated fats but are classified as unsaturated.
All polysaccharides are digestible carbohydrates found in plants.
All polysaccharides are digestible carbohydrates found in plants.
Plant proteins contain all essential amino acids, making them equal in biological value to animal proteins.
Plant proteins contain all essential amino acids, making them equal in biological value to animal proteins.
Positive nitrogen balance indicates that the amount of nitrogen consumed is less than that excreted.
Positive nitrogen balance indicates that the amount of nitrogen consumed is less than that excreted.
Dietary fiber helps to reduce the risk of constipation and hemorrhoids.
Dietary fiber helps to reduce the risk of constipation and hemorrhoids.
Macronutrients include fats, proteins, and ______.
Macronutrients include fats, proteins, and ______.
The acronym DRI stands for ______.
The acronym DRI stands for ______.
DRI values vary by age and ______.
DRI values vary by age and ______.
The Estimated Average Requirement (EAR) is designed to meet the needs of ______% of healthy individuals.
The Estimated Average Requirement (EAR) is designed to meet the needs of ______% of healthy individuals.
The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) aims to meet the needs of nearly ______% of individuals.
The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) aims to meet the needs of nearly ______% of individuals.
An Adequate Intake (AI) is used when there is not enough evidence to calculate the ______.
An Adequate Intake (AI) is used when there is not enough evidence to calculate the ______.
Micronutrients include vitamins and ______.
Micronutrients include vitamins and ______.
Fat-soluble vitamins are dissolved in ______ and stored in body fat.
Fat-soluble vitamins are dissolved in ______ and stored in body fat.
The highest average daily nutrient intake level is known as the Tolerable Upper Intake ______.
The highest average daily nutrient intake level is known as the Tolerable Upper Intake ______.
The Estimated Energy Requirement (EER) predicts the average dietary energy intake to maintain an energy ______.
The Estimated Energy Requirement (EER) predicts the average dietary energy intake to maintain an energy ______.
The energy content of ______ is more than twice that of protein or carbohydrate.
The energy content of ______ is more than twice that of protein or carbohydrate.
Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) represents the energy required for normal body functions such as ______.
Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) represents the energy required for normal body functions such as ______.
The amount of energy consumed during physical activity is influenced by its ______ and intensity.
The amount of energy consumed during physical activity is influenced by its ______ and intensity.
The Thermic Effect of Food increases energy expenditure by ______% during digestion.
The Thermic Effect of Food increases energy expenditure by ______% during digestion.
Triacylglycerol (TAG) constitutes approximately ______% of dietary lipids.
Triacylglycerol (TAG) constitutes approximately ______% of dietary lipids.
Energy available from the major food components is measured in ______.
Energy available from the major food components is measured in ______.
Saturated fats are composed of fatty acids whose hydrocarbon chain does not contain any ______.
Saturated fats are composed of fatty acids whose hydrocarbon chain does not contain any ______.
Monounsaturated fats, or MUFA, contain fatty acids with ______ double bond.
Monounsaturated fats, or MUFA, contain fatty acids with ______ double bond.
Polyunsaturated fats (PUFA) contain fatty acids with ______ than one double bond.
Polyunsaturated fats (PUFA) contain fatty acids with ______ than one double bond.
Trans fats are chemically classified as ______, but behave like saturated fats.
Trans fats are chemically classified as ______, but behave like saturated fats.
Monosaccharides are the principal simple carbohydrates, including glucose and ______.
Monosaccharides are the principal simple carbohydrates, including glucose and ______.
Dietary fiber is a type of non-digestible carbohydrate that increases ______ motility.
Dietary fiber is a type of non-digestible carbohydrate that increases ______ motility.
Positive nitrogen balance occurs when nitrogen consumed exceeds nitrogen ______.
Positive nitrogen balance occurs when nitrogen consumed exceeds nitrogen ______.
Dietary proteins from animal sources typically contain ______ essential amino acids.
Dietary proteins from animal sources typically contain ______ essential amino acids.
What factors can influence an individual's energy requirements?
What factors can influence an individual's energy requirements?
How is energy content in food typically determined?
How is energy content in food typically determined?
What are the three primary processes that use energy in the body?
What are the three primary processes that use energy in the body?
What does Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) represent?
What does Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) represent?
What is the approximate calorie requirement for a moderately active adult?
What is the approximate calorie requirement for a moderately active adult?
How do triacylglycerols (TAG) influence blood lipids?
How do triacylglycerols (TAG) influence blood lipids?
What is the role of dietary fat in energy production?
What is the role of dietary fat in energy production?
What is the general energy requirement recommendation for a sedentary adult?
What is the general energy requirement recommendation for a sedentary adult?
What are the four components of Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI)?
What are the four components of Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI)?
How does the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) differ from the Estimated Average Requirement (EAR)?
How does the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) differ from the Estimated Average Requirement (EAR)?
Why are some nutrients classified as essential?
Why are some nutrients classified as essential?
In what situations is Adequate Intake (AI) recommended for nutrient intake estimation?
In what situations is Adequate Intake (AI) recommended for nutrient intake estimation?
What role do micronutrients play in nutrition?
What role do micronutrients play in nutrition?
What is the implication of the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) for nutrient consumption?
What is the implication of the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) for nutrient consumption?
How is RDA calculated mathematically from EAR?
How is RDA calculated mathematically from EAR?
What differentiates macronutrients from micronutrients?
What differentiates macronutrients from micronutrients?
What dietary fats are primarily associated with heart disease due to their effect on LDL-C levels?
What dietary fats are primarily associated with heart disease due to their effect on LDL-C levels?
How do monounsaturated fats impact cholesterol levels in the body?
How do monounsaturated fats impact cholesterol levels in the body?
What distinguishes polyunsaturated fats in terms of their chemical structure?
What distinguishes polyunsaturated fats in terms of their chemical structure?
Why do plant-based proteins generally have a lower biological value than animal proteins?
Why do plant-based proteins generally have a lower biological value than animal proteins?
What effect does dietary fiber have on bowel health?
What effect does dietary fiber have on bowel health?
What is positive nitrogen balance and who typically experiences it?
What is positive nitrogen balance and who typically experiences it?
Which common dietary source primarily provides glucose?
Which common dietary source primarily provides glucose?
What is the primary role of fats in the diet?
What is the primary role of fats in the diet?
Flashcards
Nutrients
Nutrients
Substances in food needed for normal body functions.
Macronutrients
Macronutrients
Fats, proteins, and carbohydrates—needed in larger amounts.
Micronutrients
Micronutrients
Minerals and vitamins—needed in smaller amounts.
Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI)
Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI)
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Estimated Average Requirement (EAR)
Estimated Average Requirement (EAR)
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Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)
Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)
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Adequate Intake (AI)
Adequate Intake (AI)
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Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL)
Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL)
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EER
EER
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Sedentary Adult Energy Needs
Sedentary Adult Energy Needs
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Moderately Active Adult Energy Needs
Moderately Active Adult Energy Needs
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Active Adult Energy Needs
Active Adult Energy Needs
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Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)
Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)
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Thermic Effect of Food (TEF)
Thermic Effect of Food (TEF)
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Triacylglycerol (TAG)
Triacylglycerol (TAG)
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Influence of TAG on Blood Lipids
Influence of TAG on Blood Lipids
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Saturated Fat
Saturated Fat
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Monounsaturated Fat (MUFA)
Monounsaturated Fat (MUFA)
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Polyunsaturated Fat (PUFA)
Polyunsaturated Fat (PUFA)
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Trans Fat
Trans Fat
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Glucose
Glucose
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Fructose
Fructose
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Galactose
Galactose
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Dietary Fiber
Dietary Fiber
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Essential Nutrients
Essential Nutrients
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What is EAR?
What is EAR?
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What is RDA?
What is RDA?
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What is AI?
What is AI?
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What is UL?
What is UL?
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What are examples of macronutrients?
What are examples of macronutrients?
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What are examples of micronutrients?
What are examples of micronutrients?
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Estimated Energy Requirement (EER)
Estimated Energy Requirement (EER)
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Physical Activity
Physical Activity
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How does TAG influence blood lipids?
How does TAG influence blood lipids?
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How is the energy content of food calculated?
How is the energy content of food calculated?
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Monounsaturated Fat
Monounsaturated Fat
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Polyunsaturated Fat
Polyunsaturated Fat
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Energy Content of Food
Energy Content of Food
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What determines the influence of TAG on blood lipids?
What determines the influence of TAG on blood lipids?
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Energy content of different food components
Energy content of different food components
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Study Notes
Principles of Nutrition
- Nutrients are the components of food needed for normal bodily functions.
- Macronutrients include fats, proteins, and carbohydrates.
- Micronutrients include minerals and vitamins.
- Nutrients provide energy.
- Essential nutrients are molecules the body cannot produce, or cannot produce enough to meet bodily needs for growth and maintenance.
Essential Nutrients
- Proteins/Amino Acids
- Fatty Acids
- Carbohydrates
- Vitamins (water and fat-soluble)
- Minerals (calcium, phosphorus, sodium, potassium, iron)
Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI)
- DRI is a set of reference values to plan and assess nutrient intake in healthy people.
- Values vary by age and gender.
- Created by the Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine, and the National Academy of Sciences.
- DRI estimates the amount of nutrients needed to prevent deficiencies and maintain optimal health and growth.
- Includes:
- Estimated Average Requirement (EAR)
- Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)
- Adequate Intake (AI)
- Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL)
Estimated Average Requirement (EAR)
- The average daily nutrient intake level predicted to meet the needs of half of healthy individuals in a specific age and gender group.
- Useful for estimating actual requirements for groups and individuals.
Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)
- Estimates the nutrient amount needed for nearly all (97-98%) individuals in a specific life stage and gender group.
- RDA = EAR + 2*standard error of the mean of the EAR
Adequate Intake (AI)
- Used when sufficient evidence to calculate EAR or RDA is not available.
- Based on estimation of nutrient intake from a group of healthy individuals.
Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL)
- The highest average daily nutrient intake level that is unlikely to pose adverse health risks to most individuals in a specific population.
Energy Requirements in Humans
- The Estimated Energy Requirement (EER): average dietary energy intake needed to maintain energy balance in a healthy adult of a defined age, gender, height, and physical activity level.
- EER varies based on genetics, body composition, metabolism, and individual behavior.
- Approximations can estimate daily energy needs, such as:
- Sedentary adult: ~30 kcal/kg/day
- Moderately active adult ~35 kcal/kg/day
- Active adult: ~40 kcal/kg/day
Energy Content of Food
- Calculated by the heat generated from complete food combustion in a calorimeter.
- Expressed in kcal or calories.
- Fat has more than twice the energy content of protein or carbohydrate.
- Ethanol has an energy content intermediate between fat and carbohydrate.
Use of Food Energy in the Body
- Energy from macronutrients (fat, protein, carbohydrate) is used for three energy-requiring processes in the body:
- Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR): energy for normal body functions (respiration, blood flow, ion transport).
- Physical Activity: greatest variation in energy requirements, depending on exercise duration and intensity.
- Thermic Effect of Food (TEF): increased heat production during digestion and absorption (approximately 10% of total energy).
Dietary Fats
- Triacylglycerols (TAGs) make up the majority of dietary lipids (90%).
- The effect of TAGs on blood lipids depends on the chemical nature of constituent fatty acids.
- Saturated fats (no double bonds)
- Monounsaturated fats (1 double bond)
- Polyunsaturated fats (2 or more double bonds)
- Trans fats
Dietary Carbohydrates
- Monosaccharides: simplest sugars; glucose, fructose, galactose
- Disaccharides: two monosaccharides joined; sucrose, lactose, maltose
- Polysaccharides: complex sugars; starch and dietary fiber
- Dietary fiber: non-digestible carbohydrates (cellulose, lignin, pectin)
- Important for bowel motility and reducing cancer risk, constipation, and hemorrhoids.
Dietary Proteins
- Provide essential amino acids for protein synthesis.
- Animal sources contain all essential amino acids (higher biological value).
- Plant sources may lack some or all essential amino acids (lower biological value).
- Healthy adults maintain nitrogen balance (nitrogen intake equals excretion).
Nitrogen Balance
- Positive nitrogen balance: nitrogen intake exceeds excretion (growth, pregnancy, recovery from illness).
- Negative nitrogen balance: nitrogen excretion exceeds intake (inadequate protein, illness, stress).
Dietary Minerals & Vitamins
- Minerals: obtained directly from plants or animal products; also present in drinking water.
- Vitamins: organic compounds needed in small amounts; humans cannot produce sufficient quantities of all vitamins. Water-soluble vitamins (B complex, C) are readily excreted; fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) can accumulate in the body and may cause toxicity.
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Test your knowledge on the fundamental principles of nutrition, including nutrients, macronutrients, and micronutrients. Dive into essential nutrients and understand Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) and their importance for health. This quiz explores key concepts that are vital for maintaining a balanced diet.
