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e.Calories

f.Basal metabolism

g.RDA

h.Cholesterol

i.MyPyramid Food Guide

PART B

39. The measurement of energy in the diet


40. The study of nutrients and how they are
    handled by the body


41. The recommendation for average daily
    amounts that healthy population groups
    should consume over time


42. Specific biochemical substances used
    by the body for growth, development,
    activity, reproduction, lactation, health
    maintenance, and recovery from injury
    or illness


43. A graphic device designed to represent a
    total diet and provide a firm foundation
    for health


44. Essential nutrients that supply energy
    and build tissue


45. The amount of energy required to carry
    on the involuntary activities of the body
    at rest


46. Vitamins and minerals that are required
    in much smaller amounts to regulate
    and control body processes

SHORT ANSWER

1.Briefly explain the body’s state of nitrogen

balance.

2.Explain the difference between the following

fatty acids, and give an example of each.

Note which of the two lowers serum

cholesterol levels.

a.Saturated fatty acids:

b.Unsaturated fatty acids:

3.List four conditions that may predispose a

person to mild or subclinical deficiencies of

vitamin A, vitamin C, folate, and vitamin B 6.

a.

b.

c.

d.

4.Briefly describe the nutritional needs of the

following age groups:

a.Infancy:

b.Toddlers and preschoolers:

c. School-aged children:

d.Adolescents:

e.Adults:

f. Pregnant women:

g.Older adults:

5.Complete the table on page 239 that depicts

the function and recommended percentage

of the diet for the energy nutrients.

238 UNIT VII PROMOTING HEALTHY PHYSIOLOGIC RESPONSES

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