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Nutrient. Chemical substances derived from food that provide energy, structure and elements needed for growth, maintenance and repair of the body. Two Categories of Nutrients. Energy Yielding: Caloric Content Non-Energy Yielding: No Calories. kCalorie.
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Nutrient • Chemical substances derived from food that provide energy, structure and elements needed for growth, maintenance and repair of the body
Two Categories of Nutrients • Energy Yielding: Caloric Content • Non-Energy Yielding: No Calories
kCalorie • A measurement of the amount of heat needed to raise 1 kg of water 1 degree C
Energy Yielding Nutrients Carbohydrates: 4 Cal/gr
Non-Energy Yielding Nutrients • Vitamins
Phytochemical • Non-nutrient compounds found in plants
Diet ?
Energy Balance • Energy input= energy output
Diet Planning • Adequacy • Balance • kCalorie Balance • Nutrient Density • Moderation • Variety
Helpful Guidelines • Dietary Reference Intakes: DRI • Estimated Average Requirement • Recommended Daily Average • Adequate Intakes • Tolerable Upper Intake
My Plate • my plate
Fun Comparisons • Food Pyramid
Mortality Rates in US • FASTSTATS - Leading Causes of Death