Digestion
This is where the process of digestion begins.
The mouth
Myth or Fact: Fresh produce is more nutrient-dense than frozen produce.
Myth
This macronutrient helps the body absorb vitamins A, D, E, and K
Fat
Average amount of the daily diet that fat is recommended (% range)
25-35% average daily intake
A nutrient that may be lacking in vegetarian or vegan lifestyles
Iron, vitamin B12, calcium, vitamin D, complete proteins
This organ adds acid, enzymes, and fluid while also churning and mixing foods
The stomach
Myth or Fact: Humans have about 650 different muscles.
Fact
The skin makes this vitamin when exposed to ultraviolet rays from the sun
Vitamin D
Average amount of the daily diet that carbohydrate is recommended to be (% range)
45-65% average daily intake
What is the difference between a food allergy and a food intolerance?
Immune system response
Most absorption takes place in what organ?
The small intestines
Myth or Fact: Potatoes are native to Ireland
Myth
True or False: The body cannot store B vitamins or vitamin C because any extra is lost through urine
True
Average amount of the daily diet that protein is recommended to be (% range)
10-35% average daily intake
This mineral is commonly added to table salt and is important in the production of thyroid hormones
Iodine
The name for the millions of finger-like structures that absorb nutrients in the small intestine.
Villi and microvilli
Myth or Fact: Vitamin K is one of the 4 fat soluble vitamins
Fact
This vitamin is found in green leafy vegetables, broccoli, and soybeans and helps blood clot
Vitamin K
Define essential amino acid
Amino acid that needs to be obtained through the diet; the human body cannot produce on its own
Fats support increased feelings of fullness and satiety for what reason
Slowed stomach emptying; mouthfeel; cravings
Carbohydrates are stored as _____in the muscle and liver
Glycogen
Myth or Fact: Humans are usually born with about 206 bones.
Myth (270)
What vitamin aids the absorption and utilization of calcium?
Vitamin D
The main energy source for the brain, central nervous system, and red blood cells (monosaccharide)
Glucose
Plant-based sources of iron are not as easily absorbed in the body. What types of foods can help aid absorption?
Vitamin C containing foods (citrus (grapefruit, orange), bananas, broccoli, strawberries, tropical fruits, cabbage, etc)