Nutrients

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What is the approximate number of nutrients identified as essential to human health?

45

Which description is best for essential nutrients

nutrients that must be obtained from food

Which of the following are micronutrients

minerals

How is the energy in foods expressed

kilocalorie

Which nutrient supplies the body with energy

fats

How many calories of energy are in a gram of protein

4

Which is the definition of an amino acid

protein building block

What types of proteins do foods from animal sources provide

complete

Foods from plant sources usually provide what type of proteins

incomplete

Which food is a source of incomplete protein

nuts

Which is a good advice for a vegetarian

eat a variety of plant source of protein

What is the percentage of total daily calories that is made up of protein

10-35%

How many calories of energy per gram do fats supply

9

Which is a primary benefit of fats

aid in body’s absorption

Which function do fats provide

fuel for body system

What form do most of the fats in food take

triglycerides

Typically, how do hydrogenated vegetable oils compare to non-hydrogenated vegetable oils—

higher in saturated fats

Which substance would typically contain the most trans fat

stick margarine

Fist with which nutrient have a positive effect on cardiovascular health

omega 3

Which is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids

salmon

Which fat has the most health benefits

monounsaturated

How much essential fat in the form of vegetable oil do humans need each day

3-4 teaspoons

What is the primary function of carbohydrates

energy

During high intensity exercise, from where do muscles primarily get their energy

carbohydrates

What is the stored form of carbohydrates in the muscles and liver

glycogen

What is the acceptable macronutrient distribution range (AMDR) for total daily carbohydrate intake

45-65%

Which effect is a health benefit of fiber

lowers risk of some cancer

Which food is a good source of dietary fiber

oatmeal

What is the primary function of vitamins

help chemical reactions take place

Which statement applies to vitamins

maintenance of immune system

Which is true regarding minerals

regulate body functions

Anemia is associated with a deficiency in which mineral-

iron

Osteoporosis is associated with low intake of which mineral

calcium

What is the primary source of calcium in the diet

dairy products

How many cups of fluid should an adult female drink

9

How many cups of fluid should an adult male drink

13

Which statement refers to antioxidants

protects cells from damage by blocking free radicals

Which statement refers to phytochemicals

occur naturally

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