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Which term refers to the sum of the processes involved in taking in food, releasing the nutrients it contains, assimilating and using these nutrients to provide energy and maintain body tissue?

  • Homeostasis
  • Dietetics
  • Nutrients
  • Nutrition science (correct)

What is the body of scientific knowledge developed through controlled research that relates to all aspects of nutrition called?

  • Dietetics
  • Homeostasis (correct)
  • Nutrition
  • Nutrients

Which term refers to the state of dynamic equilibrium within the body's internal environment?

  • Nutrients
  • Homeostasis (correct)
  • Nutrition
  • Dietetics

What is the science concerned with the nutritional planning and preparation of foods and diets called?

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What are substances in food that are essential for energy, growth, normal body function, and maintenance of life called?

<p>Nutrients (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Nutrition is the sum of the processes involved in releasing the nutrients from food and using them to provide energy and maintain body tissue?

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True or false: Nutrition science is the body of scientific knowledge developed through controlled research that relates to all aspects of nutrition?

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True or false: Homeostasis is the state of dynamic equilibrium within the body's internal environment?

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True or false: Dietetics is the science concerned with the nutritional planning and preparation of foods and diets?

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True or false: Nutrients are substances in food that are essential for energy, growth, normal body function, and maintenance of life?

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Metabolism refers to the sum of all the various biochemical and physiologic processes by which the body grows and maintains itself. What are the two main processes involved in metabolism?

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What do we call the average daily amount of a nutrient considered adequate to meet the needs of all healthy people?

<p>Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum amount of a nutrient that appears safe for most healthy people to consume on a regular basis?

<p>Upper Intake Levels (UL) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do we call foods that contain physiologically active compounds that provide health benefits beyond their nutrient contributions?

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What are the products of various metabolic reactions called?

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True or false: Metabolism is the sum of all the various biochemical and physiologic processes by which the body grows and maintains itself?

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True or false: Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA) represent the maximum amount of a nutrient that appears safe for most healthy people to consume on a regular basis?

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True or false: Functional foods contain physiologically active compounds that provide health benefits beyond their nutrient contributions?

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True or false: Metabolites are the products of various metabolic reactions?

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True or false: Upper Intake Levels (UL) represent the average daily amount of a nutrient considered adequate to meet the needs of all healthy people?

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Flashcards

What is metabolism?

The sum of all biochemical and physiological processes that occur in the body to sustain life, including growth and maintenance.

What is Nutrition Science?

The science that studies the intake, digestion, absorption, assimilation, and utilization of food by living organisms, including humans.

What is Nutrition?

The process of consuming food, breaking it down into usable nutrients, absorbing these nutrients, and using them for energy and tissue maintenance.

What is Homeostasis?

The dynamic equilibrium within the body's internal environment, crucial for maintaining stable conditions like temperature, pH, and blood sugar levels.

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What is Dietetics?

The science that applies nutritional principles to food preparation and planning for healthy eating, focusing on meeting individual dietary needs.

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What are Nutrients?

Essential substances found in food that are vital for providing energy, promoting growth, supporting normal bodily functions, and sustaining life.

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What is the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)?

The average daily intake of a nutrient determined to meet the needs of almost all healthy individuals within a specific age and gender group.

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What is the Upper Intake Level (UL)?

The maximum amount of a nutrient that can be safely consumed daily by most healthy individuals without adverse health effects.

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What are Functional Foods?

Foods that naturally contain physiologically active compounds, offering health benefits beyond basic nutrition, such as reducing the risk of chronic diseases.

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What are Metabolites?

Products of various metabolic reactions occurring within the body, crucial for energy production and regulating bodily functions.

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Is the statement 'Nutrition encompasses the processes of nutrient release and utilization' true or false?

True

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Is the statement 'Nutrition science is based on controlled research related to nutrition' true or false?

True

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Is the statement 'Homeostasis refers to the dynamic equilibrium of the body’s internal environment' true or false?

True

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Is the statement 'Dietetics focuses on nutritional planning and preparation' true or false?

True

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Is the statement 'Nutrients are essential for various bodily functions and life maintenance' true or false?

True

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Is the statement 'Metabolism consists of biochemical and physiological processes for growth and maintenance' true or false?

True

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Is the statement 'Functional foods provide health benefits beyond nutrient contribution' true or false?

True

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Is the statement 'Metabolites are the results of metabolic reactions' true or false?

True

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Is the statement 'Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA) represent the maximum, not the average, nutrient requirement' true or false?

False

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Is the statement 'Upper Intake Levels (UL) represent the maximum safe daily intake, not the average daily needs' true or false?

False

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Study Notes

Nutrition Concepts

  • Metabolism: Refers to the sum of biochemical and physiological processes allowing the body to grow and maintain itself.
  • Nutrition: Involves the processes of taking in food, releasing its nutrients, assimilating them, and using them for energy and tissue maintenance.
  • Nutrition Science: Encompasses the body of scientific knowledge developed through controlled research regarding all aspects of nutrition.

Homeostasis and Dietetics

  • Homeostasis: The state of dynamic equilibrium within the body's internal environment, crucial for maintaining stable conditions.
  • Dietetics: The science focused on the nutritional planning and preparation of foods and diets to meet dietary needs.

Nutrients and Dietary Guidelines

  • Nutrients: Essential substances in food for energy, growth, normal function, and life maintenance.
  • Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA): The average daily amount of a nutrient deemed adequate for most healthy individuals.
  • Upper Intake Levels (UL): The maximum amount of a nutrient considered safe for regular consumption by most healthy individuals.

Functional Foods and Metabolites

  • Functional Foods: Foods that contain physiologically active compounds offering health benefits beyond basic nutrition.
  • Metabolites: Products of various metabolic reactions, involved in energy production and regulation of bodily functions.

True or False Statements

  • True statements:

    • Nutrition encompasses the processes of nutrient release and utilization.
    • Nutrition science is based on controlled research related to nutrition.
    • Homeostasis refers to the dynamic equilibrium of the body’s internal environment.
    • Dietetics focuses on nutritional planning and preparation.
    • Nutrients are essential for various bodily functions and life maintenance.
    • Metabolism consists of biochemical and physiological processes for growth and maintenance.
    • Functional foods provide health benefits beyond nutrient contribution.
    • Metabolites are the results of metabolic reactions.
  • False statements:

    • Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA) do not represent the maximum but rather the average nutrient requirement.
    • Upper Intake Levels (UL) represent maximum safe consumption, not average daily needs.

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