Vocab
The vitamins and minerals that are needed in small amounts.
what is Micronutrients
Which nutrient group can be found in foods such as corn, potatoes, and bread?
carbohydrates
the process by which your body breaks down food and nutrients to use for growth, repair, and maintenance
digestion
an immune system response to certain proteins found in foods
food allergy
number of food groups as shown on Myplate
5
The process by which your body breaks down food into simpler substances.
what is Digestion
This is what the energy value of food is measured in
Kilocalories
food remains in the stomach for this amount of time
2-3 hours
what are at least 2 eating habits that can negatively affect the digestive process
too little food, lack of variety, too much food, not enough fiber, eating too fast, eating while stressed or angry
These type of foods are proportionately higher in nutrient content relative to the number of calories per serving;have little or no saturated fats, added sugars, and sodium
nutrient dense
A type of protein produced by cells that causes specific chemical reactions
what is enzyme
what is macronutrient and micronutrient
what percent of digestion takes place in the small intestine
95%
what are two ways a person can resolve digestive issues
drink plenty of water, eat a variety of high fiber fruits, vegetables, and grains
how often is the Dietary Guidelines revised
every 5 years
Carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and water that are needed in relatively large amounts
what is macronutrients
the passage of nutrients from the digestive tract into the lymphatic or the circulatory system is called
absorption
The two types of digestion are
chemical and mechanical
cause unpleasant reactions to a food when consumed in large quantities
food intolerance
Percent Daily Values are based on a person who requires ___ calories per day
2,000
All of the chemical changes that occur as cells produce energy and materials needed to sustain life
what is metabolism
Nutrients found in food are beneficial to our bodies by: (give at least one example)
Build and repair tissues, regulate body processes, provide energy
the large intestine is sometimes called
the colon
this aids in digestion and metabolism by stimulating appetite, strengthening the muscles of internal organs, reducing stress, and moving food through the GI tract
physical activity
the label on food packages that lists nutritional values, ingredients, etc.
Food Label