Nutrition terms

Estimated average requirement EAR

The average amount of an nutrient that is known to meet the needs of 50 percent of the individuals in a similar age and gender group.

Recommend dietary allowance RDA

The average amount of a nutrient that meets the needs of 97 to 98 percent of individuals in a similar age and gender group. The RDA is higher than the EAR.

adequate intake AL

The approximate amount of a nutrient that groups of similar individuals are consuming to maintain good health.

Tolerable upper intake UL

The highest amount of a nutrient that can be consumed daily without harm in a similar age and gender group of individuals

Dietary reference intake DRI

Reference values for the essential nutrients needed to maintain good health, to prevent chronic diseases, and to avoid unhealthy excesses.

Estimated energy requirement EER

The amount of daily energy needed to maintain a healthy body weight and meet energy (calorie) needs based on age, gender, height, weight, and activity level.

Acceptable macronutrient distribution range AMDR

A healthy range of intakes for the energy- containing nutrients—-carbohydrates, proteins, and fats—in your diet, designed to meet your nutrient needs and help reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

• Carbohydrates: 45-65%

• Protein: 10-35%

• Fat: 20-35%

Malnourished

long-term outcome of consuming a diet that doesn't meet nutrient needs

• Can result from both under (state of inadequate nutrition)- and overnutrition (excess nutrients and/or calories in diet)

What % of adults are overweight? Obese?

65 % are overweight and of those, approximately 35 % are obese

What % of children are overweight? Obese?

• 15 % of children ages 2–19 are overweight

• 17 % are considered obese

What nutrient gives off calories ( energy)?

Carbohydrates, protein, fats

Macronutrients is?

Macronutrients: energy-yielding nutrients needed in higher amounts

• Carbohydrates, lipids (fats), and proteins

5 leading causes of death?

Heart disease, cancer, Covid 19, unintentional injuries, stroke

Healthy eating involves the following three principles?

Balance, moderation, variety

DRI are reference values for nutrients and are designed to…

Prevent nutritional deficiencies by meeting you nutritional needs as see as prevent the consumption of excessive amounts of nutrients

The dietary guidelines for Americans recommend that you…

Maintain calorie balance over time and sustain a healthy weight

By law what must be listed on the food label?

Calories, fats, saturated fats

By law what must be listed on the food label?

Calories, fats, saturated fats

The dietary guidelines for Americans Is updated every

5 years

The majority of your daily calories should come from

Carbs

nutrient that helps help enzyme function

Vitamins

nutrient that helps help enzyme function

Vitamins

The energy in your food is measured in carbohydrates?

False.

Energy is measured in calories.

Phytochemicals

are literally plant (phyto) chemicals: compounds contribute to color, taste, and smell.