Food And Nutrition

The process which the body uses food for the maintenance of life, growth, normal functioning of organs and tissue, production of energy.

A source of nourishment, an ingredient in food, e.g. protein, carbohydrate, fat, vitamin, mineral, fiber, water.

The starches and sugars present in food.

Nutrients that help build and maintain body cells and tissues.

A common unit of measurement used to express the potential energy from food.

The recommendation for the amount of a nutrient necessary to meet the nutritional needs of a person.

An observed but not scientifically proven RDA.

The amount of nutrients needed by specific groups of people.

The maximum amount of a nutrient that a person can take without risking adverse health effects.

Adequate intake refers to a recommendation that's made when specific data isn't strong enough to make it an RDA, but there's enough evidence for general guidelines. Tolerable upper intake level refers to the maximum amount of a nutrient that a person can take without risking adverse health effects.

Responses will vary. A sample response follows: The two types of carbohydrates are simple and complex. Simple carbs take less time for the body to absorb and can lead a person to become hungry again quickly. Examples of foods that contain simple carbs include candy, fruit, milk, and many processed foods. Complex carbs take much longer to be absorbed in the body and can satisfy a person's hunger for much longer. Examples of foods that contain complex carbs are whole-grain pasta, brown rice, and many vegetables.

True

at rest

Responses will vary. A sample response follows: 180 / 2.2 = 82 82 x 24(hrs) = 1,968 1,968 + 200 = 2,168 calories burned per day. Answers from 2,000 to 2,300 are acceptable.

Responses will vary. A sample response follows: Vegetarians should eat a variety of foods in order to get all nine amino acids. Examples include eating dairy products, nuts, rice, and assorted beans.

Responses will vary. A sample response follows: Students are free to agree or disagree but must provide rational support for their answer. For instance, a student may observe that the listed serving sizes are misleading, since people may tend to consume all of a product that contains multiple servings. Other students may find that the layout flows in a logical manner and highlights the majority of essential nutrients.

True

Responses will vary. A sample response follows: Types of foods that should be consumed daily include grains (carbohydrates), fruits, vegetables, dairy, and protein An example of each are as follows: apples, grapes, oranges, and bananas are examples of fruits; lettuce, carrots, corn, and broccoli are examples of vegetables; cheese and milk are examples of dairy products; meat, fish, beans, and eggs are examples of protien; and bread, cereal, rice, and pasta are examples of grains.

water

40%

False

on the top

False

Carbohydrates

vitamin B

True

Complex....longer

Bone

A fat, most often of animal origin, that is solid at room temperature.

The recommended amount of food in one serving as set forth by the USDA

3 cups

Responses will vary. A sample response follows: Strategies to help minimize bad nutritional choices include seeking out nutritional information, avoiding fried or sugary foods, limiting portion sizes, substituting unhealthy sides for fruits and vegetables, and drinking water instead of soda.

It is difficult to eat across all food groups.

leafy

True

Responses will vary. A sample response follows: Hands are fantastic tools for estimating serving sizes since we always carry them around and they are scaled to the size of the person to which they are attached. They're a consistent unit of measurement and can be used anywhere.

Responses will vary. A sample response follows: Infants rely on breast milk or formula for their nutrients. Babies require extra protein, energy, and fatty acids because their bodies are growing rapidly. Adults need to eat a balanced diet based on the food guide pyramid. However, since adults' activity levels tend to decline as they age, they need fewer calories to maintain their weight. Both groups still need a regular intake of vitamins and minerals.

Responses will vary. A sample response follows: The serving size is a measured portion of food with calculated nutritional information. Serving sizes are found on the food labeling. Portion size is the food that's actually consumed during a snack or meal.

The grain contains all three parts of the kernel.

Responses will vary. A sample response follows: Calorie-dense foods are essentially junk foods that are high in calories and high in fat, sugars, or salts. They have little nutritional value and are often called empty calories. Examples of calorie-dense food, or junk food, include soda, cake, pepperoni pizza, and frosted cereals. Nutrient-dense foods have a lot of nutrients for the amount of energy it provides. Nutrient-dense foods include items such as veggie pizza, fresh fruit, 100% fruit juice, and oatmeal.

Breast milk

True

fatty acids

to be a visual tool for understanding a healthy diet

one handful

healthy

False

Changing

False

All snacks should be avoided because they can cause a person to gain weight.

Government organization that regulates meat and agricultural products to ensure safety.

Government organization that regulates food and health-related items to ensure safety.

An illness caused by eating or drinking contaminated foods.

fiber

False

Responses will vary . A sample response follows: The main reason for including this label is so consumers can be informed when making dietary decisions. For example, a "Hamburger Helper"-type box meal may say it only has 400 calories per serving as packaged. However, once a person gets around to adding all the additional ingredients that didn't come in the box, it may double or even triple the amount of calories per serving.

Responses will vary. A sample response follows: Nutritional information in the "As Packaged" column is just that: it's a measure of the raw components in a box or processed item. However, on packages with both columns, it's usually not recommended or expected to consume without additional preparation. "As Prepared" takes into account other components that need to be added to the package in order to make it. An example of this could be a cake mix: cake usually requires eggs, butter, or milk in addition to the cake mix. The "As Prepared" column attempts to take these added nutritional sources into account. Simply, "As Packaged" refers to how the nutritional content of the food marketed, and "As Prepared" refers to the nutritional content of the food when it's ready for consumption.

Responses will vary. A sample response follows: Symptoms of food borne illness include high fever (over 101.5 degrees Fahrenheit), blood in one's stool, prolonged vomiting, dehydration (evidenced by a decrease in urination and feeling dizzy), and diarrhea lasting more than three days.

True

Responses will vary. A sample response follows: The USDA is responsible for regulating meat and agricultural products. Examples include cuts of beef and produce like spinach. The FDA is responsible for regulating other food and health-related items. Examples include processed foods and diet pills.

Responses will vary. A sample response follows: Eating late at night is frequently believed to cause weight gain. The time itself isn't an important function of weight gain. Eating at night tends to push people over their calorie limit for the day, which in turn cause weight gain. Eating foods at night that do not exceed a person's daily calorie limit will not result in weight gain.

False

True

used before chances of spoiling increase

Food and Drug Administration

False

1/2 Cup

True

hormones

False

good nutritional value

cutting all meats with the same knife

High levels can cause dehydration.

False

polyunsaturated fat

doing your own research