Dental assisting chapter 16

Well nourished people are usually able to _________ better than poorly nourished individuals?

Ward off infections

___________ are the components of food that are needed by the body

Nutrients

The __________ focuses on the amount of essential nutrients that are needed by individuals on a daily basis in order to prevent deficiency diseases

Recommended dietary allowance

How many sections are in the USDA guide to primary food groups known as MyPlate?

5

What nutrient is the chief source of energy for the body?

Complex carbohydrates

True/False, complex carbohydrates are found mainly in grains, vegtables, and fruits

True

Any food that contains sugars or other carbohydrates that can be metabolized by bacteria in plaque is described as being:

Cariogenic

What are used in the building and repair process of body tissues?

Proteins

What will support life and normal growth if it is the sole source of protein in the diet?

Complete proteins

What can prevent cholesterol from oxidizing and damaging arteries?

Vitamins C and E

What type of dietary minerals are needed in larger amounts (100mg/day or more) than trace elements?

Magnesium

What is called the "forgotten mineral" because people usually do not think about it as a nutrient?

Water

On food labels , ingredients are listed in ______________to indicate the proportions of ingredients

Descending order of weight

Foods with the ________ label must have been grown without the use of chemical pesticides, herbicides or fertilizers

Organic

What is an eating disorder characterized by severe wear on the lingual surfaces of the teeth caused by stomach acid from repeated vomiting

Bulimia

The healthy people 2020 report focuses on

The root causes of health disparities

What is one of the six key nutrients listed along with proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals?

Water

What are needed in small amounts and are found in all foods except those that are highly refined?

Vitamins and minerals

Why is good nutrition critical for pregnant women and young children?

Malnutrition during these crucial periods may result in mental and physical disabilities

True/False The DRIs are intended for improving the health of malnourished individuals in improverished areas

False

Consumption of what nutrients can help lower blood cholesterol?

Water soluble fiber

Increasing insoluble fiber in your diet will help to prevent

Colon cancer

What is most easily digested and absorbed into the body ?

Simple sugars

What form of carbohydrate is not absorbed by the body ?

Dietary fiber

What is the least cariogenic habit?

Drinking an entire energy drink all at once

What is true of partially complete proteins?

Maintain life but do not support normal growth

The American Heart Association recommends that no more than ______% of the daily calorie intake should be in the form of fats.

30

What food is highest in cholesterol?

Eggs

What is the correct food label terminology for very low sodium?

35 mg or less per serving or 50mg per food

A nutrition facts label was required by what government agencies starting in 1995?

USDA

Deficiency of which B vitamins is associated with convulsions, dermatitis, muscular weakness, skin cracks and anemia?

B6

Deficiency of what vitamins can lead to cracks in the corners of the mouth?

B2

Deficiency of what vitamin is associated with swollen or bleeding gums?

C

Deficiency of what minerals is associated with goiter?

Iodine

What vitamins is important for the protection of blood cells, body tissues, and essential fatty acids?

E

What is diverticulosis related to?

Poor fiber intake

Many times low-fat or reduced-fat foods have replaced fat with sugars, meaning the _______ may be the same or higher than the original food.

Calories

What is true regarding required daily amount (RDA) of water in the diet?

food, fruits and vegtables

What is true concerning a dietary analysis?

Reporting all food eaten

What is (are) the best source(s) of calcium?

Milk and Milk products

What food supplies the body with the most fiber?

Legumes, nuts and beans

Foods high in _________ carbohydrates also supply vitamins, minerals, and fiber

Complex

Too much of what minerals can lead to the disturbances in the balance of acids and bases?

Chloride

What vitamins are associated with the consumption of adequate fruits and vegtables?

A and C

Oranges are a good source of what minerals?

Potassium

Citrus fruits, berries, vegtables, and peppers are good sources of what vitamins?

C

What are good sources of vitamin D?

Sun, milk, eggs and fish