Understanding Nutritional Needs

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to Lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson
Download our mobile app to listen on the go
Get App

Questions and Answers

Which nutrients are essential to health?

  • Proteins, fiber, fats, vitamins, sodium and water
  • Glucose, amino acids, cholesterol, vitamin C and zinc
  • Carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals and water (correct)
  • Carbohydrates, fiber, antioxidants, calcium and iron

What is the definition of malnutrition?

  • An acute deficiency of carbohydrates resulting in fatigue and weakness
  • A temporary imbalance in nutrient intake causing mild discomfort
  • An excessive intake of nutrients leading to obesity and related health issues
  • A state in which a prolonged lack of one or more nutrients retards physical development or causes specific clinical conditions (correct)

What is the definition of diet therapy?

  • Treatment of disease through nutritional therapy (correct)
  • A dietary plan for bodybuilding and muscle gain
  • A form of fasting for spiritual or religious purposes
  • A method for weight loss through calorie restriction

What is the purpose of basal metabolic rate (BMR)?

<p>To maintain life-sustaining activities at rest (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of food?

<p>Any substance taken into the body which meets the needs for energy, building, regulation and protection (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards are hidden until you start studying

More Like This

Nutrition and Reproductive Health
17 questions
NCM 105 Nutrition and Diet Therapy
32 questions
Nutrition Science and Diet Basics
16 questions

Nutrition Science and Diet Basics

BeauteousActionPainting avatar
BeauteousActionPainting
Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Browser