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Exam study book Nutrition of Paul M. Insel, Don Ross - ISBN: 9780763776633 (Nutrition)
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TEST BANK For Nutrition: Concepts and Controversies,5th Edition by Sizer & Whitney
Define the following terms and concepts:
Nutrition - ANSWER: The science of how food nourishes the body
Malnutrition - ANSWER: Deficiencies, imbalances, and excesses of nutrients
Nutrient Density - ANSWER: Concept aiding in diet planning by maximizing nutrients
per calorie
Chronic Diseases - ANSWER: Diseases linked to poor diet and lifestyle habits
Genetics - ANSWER: Influence on diseases alongside nutrition
Sickle-cell Disease - ANSWER: Genetic disorder affecting red blood cells
Anemia - ANSWER: Condition characterized by low red blood cell count
Human Genome - ANSWER: Complete set of genes in a human
Nutrition and Disease - ANSWER: Relationship between dietary choices and health
conditions
Macronutrients - ANSWER: Nutrients providing energy: carbohydrates, fats, proteins
Micronutrients - ANSWER: Nutrients needed in small amounts for body functions
Essential Nutrients - ANSWER: Nutrients body cannot produce, must be obtained
from diet
Calorie - ANSWER: Unit measuring energy content in food
Fiber - ANSWER: Non-essential nutrient aiding digestion
Alcohol - ANSWER: Not a nutrient; provides energy but interferes with body
functions
Supplements - ANSWER: Additional nutrients to complement diet, not sole
sustenance
Nutrient Quantity - ANSWER: Measured in grams; essential for body functions
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