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Fitness and Wellness CH 6 - Nutrients
Chapter 6, Focus on Fitness and Wellness
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Fitness
Undergraduate 3
08/03/2011

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What are the six essential nutrients?
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Carbs, Proteins, Fats, Vitamins, Minerals, Water
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Which three nutrients provide sources of energy?
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Carbs, Protein, Fats
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Which of the 3 substrates is best utilized during HIGH-INTENSITY exercise?
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Carbs
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Which of the 3 substrates is best utilized during LOW-INTENSITY exercise?
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Fat
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Which of the 3 substrates is NOT normally utilized during exercise?
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Protein
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The main fuel source for the body, especially during exercise
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Carbs
Term
The only fuel source for the brain
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Carbs
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Provide 4 kilocalories per gram & have a role in the metabolism of fat
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Carbs
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When limited, there is an imcomplete breakdown of fat, resulting in the buildup of ketones, an acid by-product
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Carbs
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Classified by their structure and can be divided into three groups
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Carbs
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Classified by their structure and can be divided into three groups
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Carbs
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The simplest carbohydrate unit
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Monosaccharides
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"Simple" sugars such as glucose, fructose, and galactose
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Monosaccharides
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Two Monosaccharides linked together
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Disaccharides
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"Simple" sugars such as sucrose, maltose, and lactose
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Disaccharides
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Large chains of Monosaccharides linked together
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Polysaccharides
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"Complex" sugars such as starch and fiber
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Polysaccharides
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An element in carbohydrates that is difficult or impossible for humans to digest
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Fiber
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RDA of Fiber
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20-35 grams
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RDA of Carbohydrates
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40-50% of total calories (60% if very active)
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Amino Acids are the basic building blocks of this nutrient
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Protein
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Important for tissue growth and repair
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Protein
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Regulate the acid-base quality of body fluids
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Protein
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Provide 4 kilocalories per gram, but are considered an inefficient fuel source
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Protein
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RDA of Protein
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0.8g per kilogram of body weight
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How to determine your RDA of protein
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Divide body weight by 2.2 and multiply by 0.8
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A dense fuel source, providing 9 kilocalories per gram
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Fat
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Provide cushioning and protection for our body's vital organs
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Fat
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Functions as insulation, allowing our bodies to retain heat
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Fat
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Important for the transport of the fat-soluble vitamins
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Fat
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Of the three types of fat, this type makes up about 95% of the fat we eat
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Triglycerides
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The form of fat commonly found in the body
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Triglycerides
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This type of fat is classified by their length, level of saturation, and shape
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Triglycerides
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Designated as either short-chain, medium-chain, or long-chain, depending on the number of carbon atoms in the chain
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Fatty Acids
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Where does the major digestion of fat occur?
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the small intestine
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These fats have no double bonds, therefore, they can be packed more tightly, which is why most are solid at room temperature
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Saturated Fats
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What are the two types of unsaturated fats?
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Monounsaturated, Polyunsaturated
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This type of fat occurs naturally, but is prominent in our food due to a man-made process
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Trans Fat
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Made by heating unsaturated fats to remove some of all of the double bonds
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Trans Fat
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This type of fat is found in animals sources such as cheese, whole milk, bacon and hot dogs
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Saturated
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This type of fat is found in Tropical oils such as palm oil and coconut oil
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Saturated
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This type of fat is found in olive, peanut, canola, and avocado oils
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Monounsaturated
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This fat is a source of omega-3's
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Polyunsaturated
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This type of fat is found in corn, safflower, sunflower, soybean, sesame, and vegetable oils
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Polyunsaturated
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This type of fat is found in processed foods such as snack crackers, cookies, and cereals
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Trans Fat
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This polyunsaturated fat has been linked to reducing many heart-related diseases
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Omega-3 fatty accids
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These polyunsaturated fats are considered essential because the body cannot make them
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Omega-3 Fatty acids
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This type of fat is found in fish and certain plants and nuts
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Omega-3 Fatty Acids
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Three types of Omega-3 Fats
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DHA, EPA, ALA
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A sterol fat found in foods of animal origin of synthesized within the body
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Cholesterol
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Contains the highest content of Cholesterol
Definition
egg yolks
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Large amounts are found in red meat, organ meats, and dairy products such as ice cream, butter, cheese, and whole milk
Definition
Cholesterol
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Two types of Cholesterol
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HDL and LDL
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HDL stands for
Definition
High Density Lipoproteins
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LDL stands for
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Low Density Lipoproteins
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This type of Cholesterol is produced in the liver and small intestine
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HDL
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"Good" Cholesterol
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HDL
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This type of Cholesterol protects against heart disease by removing cholesterol from the artery wall
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HDL
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"Bad" Cholesterol
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LDL
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This type of Cholesterol deposits cholesterol on the artery walls that can build up, resulting in "plaque" formation
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LDL
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This type of Cholesterol causes limited or stopped blood flow
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LDL
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This type of fat increases LDL levels and decreases HDL levels
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Trans Fat
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This has a positive effect by increasing HDL levels
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exercise
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The American Heart Associated suggests a diet of less than ___% of total calories from fat
Definition
30%
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Continually manufactured by the body
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Cholesterol
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Cholesterol should be limited to less than ____mg per day
Definition
300 mg
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Two types: Water-soluble or fat-soluble
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Vitamins
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Organic substances required in small amounts to regulate important processes in the body
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Vitamins
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Perform very specific functions for the metabolism of carbs, fats, and proteins for energy
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Vitamins
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Vitamin A is ____ - soluble
Definition
Vitamin A is Fat-Soluble
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Vitamin D is ____ - soluble
Definition
Vitamin D is fat-soluble
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Vitamin E is ____ - soluble
Definition
Vitamin E is fat-soluble
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Vitamin K is ____ - soluble
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Vitamin K is fat-soluble
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Vitamin B is ____ - soluble
Definition
Vitamin B is water-soluble
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Vitamin C is ____ - soluble
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Vitamin C is water-soluble
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Vitamins A, D, E, and K
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Fat-soluble
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Vitamins B and C
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Water-soluble
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This type of vitamin is stored in the liver and fat cells of adipose tissues
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Fat-soluble
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This type of vitamin is retained for a relatively long time in the tissue
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Fat-soluble
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Daily consumption of these vitamins is unnecessary and could result in toxicity
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Fat-soluble
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This type of vitamin is absorbed with dietary fat in the intestines
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Fat-soluble
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This type of vitamin dissolves in water and is associated with the water parts of food and body tissue
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Water-Soluble
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This type of vitamin is absorbed through the intestinal wall directly into the bloodstream
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Water-Soluble
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This type of vitamin cannot be stored in the body and if not used, will be flushed out in the urine
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Water-soluble
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Your diet must contain this type of vitamin on a regular basis
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Water-soluble
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This Fat-Soluble Vitamin is important in vision and resistance to infection
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Vitamin A
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This Fat-Soluble Vitamin is found in leafy green vegetables, yellow & orange vegetables, milk, butter, and cheese
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Vitamin A
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This Fat-Soluble Vitamin is important for the growth of bones and calcium absorption
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Vitamin D
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This Fat-Soluble Vitamin is found in eggs, dairy products, fortified milk, and fish liver oil
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Vitamin D
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This Fat-Soluble Vitamin is an antioxidant that prevents cell damage by free radicals
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Vitamin E
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This Fat-Soluble Vitamin is found in seeds, leafy green vegetables, and margarine
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Vitamin E
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This Fat-Soluble Vitamin is important for blood clotting
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Vitamin K
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This Fat-Soluble Vitamin is found in leafy green vegetables and cereals
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Vitamin K
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Compounds such as vitamins C, E, beta-carotene and the mineral selenium
Definition
Antioxidants
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Compounds such as vitamins C, E, beta-carotene and the mineral selenium
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Antioxidants
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Prevents oxygen from combining with other substances so that is may cause damage
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Antioxidants
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Thought to play a role in preventing heart disease and cancer
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Antioxidants
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This Water-Soluble Vitamin releases energy from carbs during metabolism, growth, and muscle tone
Definition
Thiamine (B1)
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This Water-Soluble Vitamin is found in fortified cereals and oatmeal, rice, pasta, meats, whole grains, and liver
Definition
Thiamine (B1)
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Thiamine is also known as Vitamin ___
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Thiamine is Vitamin B1
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Riboflavin is also known as Vitamin ____
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Riboflavin is Vitamin B3
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This Water-Soluble Vitamin releases energy from protein, fat, and carbs during metabolism
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Riboflavin (B3)
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This Water-Soluble Vitamin is found in whole grains, green leafy vegetables, organ meats, milk, and cheese
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Riboflavin (B3)
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This Water-Soluble Vitamin is builds body tissue and aids in the metabolism of protein
Definition
Pyridoxine (B6)
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Pyridoxine is also known as Vitamin ___
Definition
Pyridoxine is Vitamin B6
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This Water-Soluble Vitamin is found in fish, poultry, lean meats, bananas, dried beans, whole grains, and avocados
Definition
Pyridoxine (B6)
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Cobalamin is also known as Vitamin ___
Definition
Cobalamin is Vitamin B12
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This Water-Soluble Vitamin is important in all development and functioning of the nervous system, protein and fat metabolism
Definition
Cobalamin (B12)
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This Water-Soluble Vitamin is found in meats, milk products, and seafood
Definition
Cobalamin (B12)
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Folate is also known as ____ _____
Definition
Folate is Folic Acid
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This Water-Soluble Vitamin is important in genetic material development and red blood cell production
Definition
Folate (folic acid)
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This Water-Soluble Vitamin is found in green leafy vegetables, organ meats, dried peas, beans, and lentils
Definition
Folate (folic acid)
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This Water-Soluble Vitamin is important in carb, fat, and protein metabolism
Definition
Niacin
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This Water-Soluble Vitamin is found in meat, poultry, fish, potatoes, dairy products, eggs, and enriched cereals
Definition
Niacin
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Ascorbic Acid is also know as Vitamin ___
Definition
Ascorbic Acid is Vitamin C
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This Water-Soluble Vitamin is important in bone, cartilage, muscle, and blood vessel structure
Definition
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)
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This Water-Soluble Vitamin maintins capillaries and gums and aids in the absorption of iron
Definition
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)
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This Water-Soluble Vitamin is found in citrus fuit, berries, and vegetables - especially peppers
Definition
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)
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Differ from other essential nutrients in that they are not broken down during digestion of absorption
Definition
Minerals
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This nutrient maintains it's structure in all enviornments
Definition
Minerals
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Help maintain proper fluid balance and normal cell and muscle activity
Definition
Minerals
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Provide structure in the formation of bones and teeth
Definition
Minerals
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Help maintain normal heart rhythm, muscle contractions, and nerve impulse conductions
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Minerals
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Regulates metabolism
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Minerals
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Divided into two groups - major and trace
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Minerals
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This mineral is important in bone and teeth formation, blood clotting, and nerve transmission
Definition
Calcium
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This mineral is important for weight maintenance
Definition
Calcium
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This mineral is important for acid-base balance, body water balance and nerve function
Definition
Sodium
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This mineral is important for acid-base balance, fluid balance, and nerve transmission
Definition
Potassium
Term
This mineral is important for acid-base balance, fluid balance, and nerve transmission
Definition
Potassium
Term
This mineral is important for acid-base balance, fluid balance, nerve transmission and is found in salt
Definition
Chloride
Term
This mineral is important in the release of energy and strengthens bones
Definition
Magnesium
Term
This mineral works with calcium to strengthen bones
Definition
Phosphorus
Term
This mineral is a component of B vitamins thiamin and biotin and helps to stabilize the shape of proteins
Definition
Sulfur
Term
Important for transporting oxygen to the body, which is especially important for exercise
Definition
Iron
Term
Essential for our survival, we can only survive a few days without it
Definition
Water
Term
About ___% - ____% of a healthy individuals body weight is water
Definition
50% - 70%
Term
RDA of Water for females
Definition
2.7 quarts
Term
RDA of water for males
Definition
3.7 quarts
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RDA of water for males
Definition
3.7 quarts
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It is recommended that we drink a minimun of ___ glasses of water a day
Definition
8 glasses of water a day
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Present in our diet in large amounts, and make up the bulk of our diets
Definition
Macro Nutrients
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Found in Carbs, Fat, Protein and Water
Definition
Macro Nutrients
Term
Present in our diets, but in very small amounts
Definition
Micro Nutrients
Term
Found in Vitamins, Minerals, and Trace Elements
Definition
Micro Nutrients
Term
Do not provide energy, but are needed in adequate amounts to ensure that all our body cells function properly
Definition
Micro Nutrients
Term
Most are known to be essential nutrients, meaning they are dispensable to life processes
Definition
Micro Nutrients
Term
Most are nutrients that the body can-not make itself and can only be obtained from the food we eat
Definition
Micro Nutrients
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Determining BMR/kCals Needed
Definition
Bodyweight x 10 = kCals Needed
(130 lbs x10=1300 kCals needed)
Term
Classified into six categories based on their structure and the functions they perform in the body
Definition
Nutrients
Term
Over ___% of the population is overweight or obese
Definition
65%
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Provide energy and the substances needed for tissue growth, repair, and maintenance
Definition
Nutrients
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This type of food has an increased speed of insulin release
Definition
High glycemic index foods
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This type of food has a decreased speed of insulin release
Definition
Low glycemic index foods
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Examples include simple sugars, white rice and potatos
Definition
High glycemic index foods
Term
Examples include whole grains, vegetables, ect.
Definition
Low glycemic index foods
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