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Nutrition chp 2
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI's) | set of science-based nutrient intake standards used to plan and assess the diets of healthy people |
| Estimated Average Requirement (EAR) | average daily nutrient intake level estimated to meet the needs of 50% of healthy individuals in a specific age and gener group |
| Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) | average daily nutrient level that is sufficient to meet the needs of nearly all healthy individuals in a specific age and sex group |
| Upper Level (UL) | highest average daily intake of a nutrient that is unlikely to cause harmful health effects |
| Adequate Intake (AI) | average daily nutrient intake level assumed to be sufficient to maintain health when there is not enough scientific evidence to establish an RDA |
| Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges (AMDR) | range of intake for each macronutrient |
| What are calorie dense foods? | foods that provide a lot of calories in a small amount of food |
| Daily values | reference amounts of nutrients used on Nutrition Facts Labels to help people understand how a food fits into a daily diet |
| DRV's vs RDI's | DRV- dietary reverence value; set of nutrient reference standards RDI- help consumers understand how a food contributes to daily nutrient needs |
| 2000 kcal daily diet | reference energy intake commonly used on Nutrition Facts Labels |
| What components are required on Nutrition Facts Panel? | calories, fat, saturated fat, trans fats, cholesterol, sodium, carbs, fiber, sugars, added sugars, protein, vitamin D, calcium, iron, and potassium |
| How are food labels regulated? | Regulatory authority (FDA, USDA) laws and guidelines that require truthful labeling |
| Nutrient content claims | statements on food labels that describe the level of a nutrient in a product that is regulated by the FDA ex: low fat, high in fiber, sugar-free |
| Maximum amounts for nutrients to be considered a health claim | total fat: 13 g saturated fat: 4 g cholesterol: 60 mg Sodium: 480 mg |
| Fortified label requirements | identification of nutrient added, amount per serving, % daily value, fortified or enriched statement |
| Energy dense foods | small portions of food provide large amounts of energy butter, nuts, cakes, donuts, avocado, dries fruits |
| Nutrient database | collection of information about the nutrient composition of foods |
| What are some uses of dietary guidelines? | public health promotion, nutrition education, policy and programs, meal planning, and research |
| Alcohol use guidelines | women: up to 1 drink per day men: up to 2 drinks per day |
| USDA and DHHS | USDA- develops nutrition guidelines and programs and oversees food assistance programs DHHS- promotes health and disease prevention, conducts nutrition research, monitors population health, oversees health campaigns |
| How much money do Americans spend on food prepared outside the home? | $4,485 per person |
| What are the categories of MyPlate? | fruits, vegetables, grains, proteins, dairy |
| What are the portion sizes the categories on MyPlate? | fruits- 1/4 of plate vegetables- 1/4 of plate grains- 1/4 of plate proteins- 1/4 of plate dairy- 1 cup |
| What are the nutrient contributions of each food group? | fruits and vegetables contribute vitamins and minerals, grains contribute carbs and fiber, protein contributes essential amino acids, and dairy contributes calcium, vitamin D, and protein |
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