Food Choices & Human Health: Nutrition Overview

A set of flashcards to help review key concepts from the lecture on food choices and nutrition.

What is the definition of nutrition?

Nutrition is the study of nutrients in food and liquids, behaviors related to food, and the actions and interactions related to health and disease.

What are the main purposes of nutrients?

Nutrients contribute positively or negatively to the body's ability to grow and live.

List the major groups of nutrients.

The major groups of nutrients include carbohydrates, proteins, lipids (fats/oils), water, vitamins, and minerals.

How does individual body chemistry affect nutrition?

Individual body chemistry varies from person to person and can change throughout a lifetime, meaning there is no 'one size fits all' approach in nutrition.

What are some factors that affect nutritional choices?

Factors affecting nutritional choices include time, knowledge, habit, culture, religion, cost, seasons, availability, type of food, hunger, appetite, mood, health status, and media.

What is the connection between nutrition and health?

Nutrition impacts health by providing necessary nutrients for survival; poor nutrition can increase risk factors for diseases.

Why should we be aware of what we consume?

Being aware of consumption helps in making better dietary choices that can lead to improved quality of life and health.

What is a major contributor to many of the top 10 causes of death?

Diet and/or alcohol consumption are risk factors for many of the top 10 causes of death.