chapter 7 review nutrition for life. classes of nutrients carbohydrates and fats

Chapter 7 Review

Nutrition for Life

Classes of Nutrients

•Carbohydrates and fats

Quick Energy

Classes of nutrients

• Proteins and water

• Minerals and vitamins

Foods Rich in Calcium

Dietary Guidelines

• Are useful because they coordinate the information from several sets of recommendations

Athletes and Infants

• Have different energy and nutrient needs than do most people

Heart Disease

• Disease linked to high levels of saturated fat in the diet

Structure of Fats

Fats

• Saturated fats - Excessive consumption is not good because of their association with atherosclerosis and heart diseases.

• Unsaturated fats are considered good to eat if you are watching your cholesterol However the presence of trans fat especially in margarine makes it dangerous as trans fat can block arteries easily.

Unsaturated fats

Water

• Important for waste removal, temperature regulation, and maintenance of the proper environment for chemical reactions

RDA

• Recommended nutrient intakes that meet the needs of most healthy people

Junk Food

• Food that provides few nutrients relative to the energy it contains

Healthful snack

• Nutrient-dense food choice such as an apple or yogurt

Fiber

• Aids digestion and may help prevent cancer and heart disease

My Pyramid

• Used to help you choose what to eat and how much to eat daily

Diet

• Infants and children need more food energy per pound of body weight than adults.

Vegetarians

• Must carefully plan their diets because it is challenging to get all of the essential vitamins and minerals from plant sources alone

Test •Tomorrow on Chapter 7