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| dietary reference intakes (DRIs) |
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Definition
| a set of reference values for the essential nutrients needed to maintain good health, to prevent chronic diseases, and to avoid unhealthy excesses |
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| estimated average requirement (EAR) |
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Definition
the amount of a nutrient that is estimated to meet the requirement for the nutrient in half of the people for a specific age and gender group
used in setting the RDA |
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| recommended dietary allowance (RDA) |
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Definition
| the average daily amount of a nutrient that is sufficient to meet the nutrient needs of nearly all (97-98%) healthy individuals of a specific age and gender group |
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Definition
the average amount of a nutrient that appears to be adequate for individuals when there is not sufficient scientific research to calculate an RDA
the AI exceeds the EAR and possibly the RDA |
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| tolerable upper intake level (UL) |
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Definition
the maximum amount of a nutrient that can be consumed daily without harm in a similar age and gender group
not intended to be a recommended level of intake |
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Term
| acceptable macronutrient distribution ranges (AMDR) |
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Definition
recommended ranges of intakes for energy-containing nutrients
carbs: 45-65% of daily caloric intake
fat: 20-35% of daily caloric intake
proteins: 10-35% of daily caloric intake |
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| dietary guidelines, 2010 executive summary |
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Definition
maintain calorie balance over time to achieve and sustain a healthy weight
focus on consuming nutrient-dense foods and beverages |
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Term
| four major action themes in the guideline |
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Definition
1. reduce the incidence of overwight and obesity by reducing calories
2. shift food intake patterns to a more plant-based diet, emphasizing vegetables, cooked legumes, whole grains, nuts and seeds
3. reduce SoFAS (solid fats and added sugars)
4. meet the 2008 physical activity guidelines for Americans |
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69% adults
18% adolescents ages 12-19
18% children ages 6-11
12% children ages 2-5 |
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| top sources of calories among americans 2 years and older |
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Definition
1. grain-based desserts (cake, cookies, pie, donuts)
2. yeast breads (whole grain, mixed grain, whole wheat, bagels)
3. chicken and chicken mixed dishes
4. soda/energy/sports drinks/sweetened bottled water (vitamin water)
5. pizza |
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Definition
vitamin D
calcium
potassium
dietary fiber |
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| fruits and veggies, whole grains, and nonfat or low-fat milk and milk products |
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| foods and nutrients to reduce |
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Definition
unhealthy solid fats (saturated fat, trans fat, dietary cholesterol)
*use healthy fats instead (ex. vegetable oils) |
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| examples of added fat to be used modestly |
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Definition
| olive oil, margarine, butter |
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Term
| amount of dietary cholesterol per day |
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Definition
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| americans consume ___ teaspoons of added sugar daily |
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Definition
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soda, energy drinks, sports drinks
36% |
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Term
daily sodium intake
reality vs. ideally |
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Definition
reality:
< 2300 mg- about 1 teaspoon salt daily
ideally:
< 1500 mg sodium daily, less than half a teaspoon |
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Term
| where is our sodium intake coming from? |
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Definition
75% added in processed fibers
15% added during cooking and at a table
10% from mother nature |
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| alcohol consumption for women and men |
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Definition
women: up to one drink daily
men: up to two daily
NO BANKING |
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