Nutrients in Foods
What are the 3 energy yielding macronutrients.
Carbohydrates, Protein, and Fat.
Any condition caused by an excess, deficiency, or imbalance of nutrients is what by definition?
Malnutrition
What is the difference in hunger and appetite?
Hunger: the physiological need to eat.
Appetite: the psychological desire to eat.
What is the difference in a Nutritionist and a Registered Dietitian/ Registered Dietitian Nutritionist?
Registered Dietitians have extensive formal training, it is not guaranteed that a Nutritionist does. In many states/places "Nutritionist" is not a legal term, so there is no guarantee of any type of legitimate credentialling.
What are the 3 classes of nutrients that do not provide energy?
Vitamins, minerals, water.
What are the top three leading causes of death in the U.S. in which diet plays a part?
1. high blood pressure/heart disease
2. high blood sugar/diabetes
3. obesity
Name one way that our social groups influence our food choices.
Family influences preferences. What we eat in times of celebration. Our traditions that include food. Our religion. Our geographic region. Our culture and ethnicity. Peer pressure.
What is a question to ask yourself if you're trying to figure out if a nutrition news story is credible?
Based on studies? (Quality of the studies? Recent studies? Research methods? Size of study used? Do other studies or other reports have the same findings?)
Is the reporting organization bias, and does the report further their agenda?
Was the report sponsored?
Are they trying to sell something?
How many calories per gram does carbohydrate, protein, and fat each yield?
4,4, and 9.
Name at least one leading cause of death in the U.S. in which alcohol plays a part.
Obesity, high blood pressure, cancer, liver disease/cirrhosis.
Name three things that we can do to eat healthier when eating at restaurants or fast food.
Dont supersize. Grilled instead of fried. Decrease sauces. Limit all-you-can-eat. Say no to exta add ons. Eat at home more often. Share large portions. Plan ahead and bring food with you. Use heathy grab-and-gos. Choose low calorie options.
An epidemiologic study shows what?
Changes in populations over time/ Coreclations.
A turkey sandwich has 30 g of carbohydrate, 12 g of protein, and 10 grams of fat. How many calories does it have?
258 calories.
30x4=120, 12x4=48,10x9=90 =258
Name at least 3 lifestyle elements associated with longevity.
healthy diet, physical activity, sleep, hobbies/relaxation, social network, work/life balance, smoking/alcohol consumption, hydration, positive outlook.
Name one method for choosing healthier food at the grocery store.
Buy in-season. Shop only from a list. Read labels. Dont overbuy. Shop the perimeter.
An Intervention study shows what?
The effect of a treatment on a certain population.
How many calories per gram does alcohol provide?
7 calories per g.
What is the global organization that puts out the Global Targets for Prevention and Control of Chronic Diseases?
WHO/ World Health Organization
What is a food desert?
A geographic area without easy access to fresh, affordable, and heathy food.
What amendment guarantees freedom of the press?
The first amendment.