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NUR170 Exam 3: Nutrition Terms (Study Guide)
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NUR170 Exam 3: Nutrition Terms (Study Guide)Carbohydrates Right Ans - Organic compounds made of carbon, hydrogen,
and oxygen atoms. Main function is to provide energy for the body. Minimum
requirement is 130g/day.
-Provide energy for cellular work
-Regulate protein and fat metabolism
-Brain and nervous system requires adequate amounts for effective
functioning
Monosaccharides Right Ans - Simple carbohydrates. Glucose (corn syrup),
fructose (fruit), galactose (found in milk).
Functions as the basic energy to the cells.
Disaccharides Right Ans - Simple carbohydrates. Sucrose (table sugar),
lactose (milk sugar), maltose (malt sugar).
Functions to provide energy, aids in calcium and phosphorus absorption
(lactose).
Polysaccharides Right Ans - Complex carbohydrates. Starches (grains,
legumes, root veggies), fiber (whole grains, fruits, veggies).
Functions as an energy storage (starches), and as a digestive aid (fiber)
Protein Right Ans - Provided by plant and animal sources. Formed by
linking amino acids in various combinations for specific use by the body.
RDA of protein is 0.8g/kg
Incomplete protein Right Ans - Contain an insufficient number or quantity
of amino acids, which limits the ability for protein synthesis
From plant sources
, Complete protein Right Ans - Contains sufficient amounts of all 9 essential
amino acids.
From animal sources and soy
Complementary protein Right Ans - Incomplete protein, when combined,
provide a complete protein. Does not need to be consumed at the same time,
but throughout the day as well.
Ex. crackers and hummus, black beans and rice
Kwashiorkor Right Ans - Protein deficiency. The child is deficient in
protein. May be consuming adequate caloric intake, but inadequate protein.
Common if a child is consuming a carbohydrate dense, protein deficient diet.
Marasmus Right Ans - Protein deficiency. The child is deficient in protein
AND other nutrients. Inadequate protein and caloric intake.
Lipids Right Ans - Essential nutrient for the body. Serves as a concentrated
form of stored energy for the body and supplies important tissue needs.
Densest form of stored energy. Provides 9 cal/g of energy.
Found in:
-Dark meat
-Poultry skin
-Dairy foods
-Added oils (margarine, butter, shortening, oil, lard)
Unsaturated fats Right Ans - Usually from plant sources, help reduce health
risks. Includes monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids.
Monounsaturated: Olives, canola oil, avocado, peanuts, other nuts
Polyunsaturated: Corn, wheat germ, soybean, sunflower, safflower, fish.
Saturated fats Right Ans - Solid at room temperature. Primarily found in
animal sources.
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