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Nutrition Terms
Term | Definition |
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Nutrient | A substance in food that helps with body processes, helps with the growth and repair of cells, and provides energy. |
Calorie | A unit of energy produced by food and used b the body. |
Protein | A nutrient needed for growth; for building, repairing, and maintaining body tissues; and for supplying energy. |
Carbohydrate | The main source of energy for the body which includes starches, sugars, and fibers. |
Fat | A nutrient that provides energy and helps the body store and use vitamins. |
Vitamin | A nutrient that helps the body use carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. |
Mineral | A nutrient that regulates many chemical reactions in the body. |
Water | A nutrient that is involved with all body processes, makes up the basic part of the blood, helps to remove waste, and cushions the spinal cord and joints. |
The Nutritional Facts Label | The title of the information panel that is required on all packaged foods and beverages. |
Serving Size | The listing of the amount of food that is considered a serving |
Servings per container | The listing of the number of servings in the container or package. |
Amount of calories | The number of calories in one serving of the food. |
Calories from fat | The number of calories from fat in one serving of the food. |
Percent daily value | The portion of the recommended daily amount of a nutrient provided by one serving of the food. |
MyPlate | An educational tool design to help individuals think about building a healthy plate at meal times and it supports the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. |
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans | Recommendations for diet choices for healthy Americans who are two years of age or older. |
Cardiovascular disease | A disease of the heart and blood vessels. |
Diabetes | A disease in which the body produces little or no insulin. |
Osteoperosis | A decrease in bone density. |