What is?
Define Nutrition
Nutrition is the study of food, how it affects the human body and influences health and metabolism— specifically how the body metabolizes food for energy.
Adequate nutrition is needed for wellness.
Why is Protein important?
For growth and development
When do protein needs increase?
As you age, during times of illness/disease, trauma/burns
What are the five major groups of nutrients?
Carbohydrates, protein, fats, minerals and vitamins
Which food group is rich in carbohydrates?
Grains
What is anemia?
It means we don’t have enough healthy red blood cells to carry oxygen to our body tissue.
Why do we use/need vitamin C
Improves immune system
How many calories per gram does protein supply you with?
4 calories per gram.
What types of carbohydrates are there?
Simple and Complex
What % of your daily caloric needs are made up of carbohydrates?
60% of daily caloric needs should come from carbohydrates.
What are 3 minerals
Calcium
Chloride
Magnesium
Phosphorus
Potassium
Iron
Sodium
Chromium
Fluoride
Iodine
Why do we use/need Iron?
Helps to make red blood cells
what foods are rich in Vitamin B?
Grains and Beans
How many calories are in a gram of carbohydrates?
4 calories per gram.
What happens to excess carbohydrates?
It turns into fat and is stored in the body.
What are carbohydrates?
Carbohydrates are the primary energy source for the body.
why do we need sodium?
Keeps body fluids in balance and helps control muscle movement
What happens when you don’t have enough Sodium?
edema of the lower extremities or confusion
Types of fats?
Unsaturated. Saturated. Trans fatty acids
what’s a sign that you are not getting enough calcium?
Tooth decay
What happens if we do not have enough dietary fiber?
Constipation
Why do we need protein?
It is essential to build and replace tissue and cells.
What happens when you have too much calcium?
Kidney stones
Upset stomach
Types of essential fatty acids?
Omega-3, Omega-6
Why do we need minerals?
To keep our body tissues and body organs functioning properly