Nutrient Basics
This nutrient is the most abundant in our body.
Water
The most efficient source of energy for the body.
(Carbohydrates)
You should have this type of caloric balance to lose weight.
(Negative)
These vitamins cannot be stored and must be eaten daily.
(Water soluble)
NOT a classified nutrient: Protein, Sugars, or Lipid?
(Sugars)
Responsible for the growth and maintenance of muscle.
Protein
This macronutrient should make up the majority of our diet.
(Carbohydrates)
A safe amount of weight (in lbs) to lose per week.
(1.5 - 2 lbs)
Common types of this nutrient include calcium and iron.
(Minerals)
NOT a classified nutrient: Grains, Water, or Fat?
(Grains)
This nutrient can be broken down for energy.
(Lipids/Fats)
This nutrient has the most calories per gram (9 cal/g).
(Lipids)
Eating disorder involving binging followed by purging.
(Bulimia)
This specific mineral deficiency causes Anemia.
(Iron)
NOT a classified nutrient: Protein, Vegetables, or Water?
(Vegetables)
Term for nutrients that MUST be taken in via diet.
(Essential)
This nutrient has the least calories per gram (4 cal/g).
(Protein)
A person thinks they are more fat than they are in reality.
(Anorexia Nervosa)
These vitamins CAN be stored in the body's fat tissues.
(Fat soluble)
NOT a classified nutrient: Protein, Calories, or Lipid?
(Calories)
This nutrient regulates body processes but has no energy.
(Vitamins)
This nutrient cannot be broken down for energy at all.
(Vitamins)
This is a part of body composition
(Fat or Lean Body Mass)
This macronutrient should be the least part of our diet.
(Lipids/Fats)
NOT a classified nutrient: Carbohydrates, Dairy, or Water?
(Dairy)