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Median daily energy intake of energy for males in NZ (80kg)
10,380 kJ
Median daily energy intake for females in NZ (80kg)
7448 kJ
What are the 3 components to energy expenditure?
- BMR (basal metabolic rate) 50-60% 2. TEF (thermic effect of food) 10% 3. Physical Activity 20-40%
What are the 3 main types of nutrient?
Macronutrients
Micronutrients
& Water
What are Macronutrients? (3)
- Carbohydrates 2. Fats/lipids 3. Proteins - needed in greater amounts - build/maintain body tissue - provide energy
What are Micronutrients? (2)
- Vitamins 2. Minerals - needed in smaller amounts - essential for many processes including cellular function
What is the definition of Nutrition?
The science of food and how the body uses it in health and disease.
(Fahey, Insel, & Roth, 2011, p.214)
What is the definition of digestion?
The process of breaking down foods in the gastro-intestinal tract into compounds the body can absorb.
(Fahey, Insel, & Roth, 2011, p.214)
Definition of Kilocalorie?
A measure of energy content in food; 1 kilocalorie represents the amount of heat needed to raise the temperature of 1 liter of water 1 degree Celcius; commonly referred to as calorie.
(Fahey, Insel, & Roth, 2011, p.214)
Also known as KCal
Which of the following is not a whole grain?
- brown rice
- wheat flour
- popcorn
- Wheat flour
Unless labeled “whole wheat,” wheat flour is processed to remove the bran and germ and is not a whole grain.
What are the six classes of essential nutrients?
- Proteins
- Carbohydrates
- Fats/Lipids
- Vitamins
- Minerals
- Water
(Fahey, Insel, & Roth, 2011, p.215)
A diet that provides enough essential nutrients is vital because they provide e_____, help b____ & m____ body tissues, and help r_____ body functions
- Energy
- Build
- Maintain
- Regulate
Major source of nutrient found in meat, fish, poultry, eggs, milk products, legumes, nuts
(Fahey, Insel, & Roth, 2011, p.215)
Proteins
Forms important parts of muscles, bone, blood, enzymes, some hormones, and cell membranes; repair tissue; regulate water and acid-base balance; help in growth; supply energy
(Fahey, Insel, & Roth, 2011, p.215)
Protein
Major source of nutrient found in grains (breads and cereals), fruits, vegetables, milk.
(Fahey, Insel, & Roth, 2011, p.215)
Carbohydrates
Supplies energy to cells in brain, nervous system, and blood; supplies energy to muscles during exercise.
(Fahey, Insel, & Roth, 2011, p.215)
Carbohydrates
Major source of energy found in animal foods, grains, nuts, seeds, fish, vegetables.
(Fahey, Insel, & Roth, 2011, p.215)
Fats
Of the six classes of essential nutrients, three supply energy. Fat, Protein and Carbohydrate.
How many calories are there per gram for each?
Fat = 9 calories per gram
Protein = 4 calories per gram
Carbohydrate = 4 calories per gram
What are the building blocks of protein called?
(Fahey, Insel, & Roth, 2011, p.215)
Amino Acids
An essential nutrient; a compound made of amino acids that contains carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen.
(Fahey, Insel, & Roth, 2011, p.215)
Protein
Most absorbtion of nutrients occurs in the ________
(Fahey, Insel, & Roth, 2011, p.216)
Small Intestine
The _______ reabsorbs excess water; remaining solid wastes are collected in the _______ and excreted through the anus
- Large intestine
- Rectum
Name 3 key roles of lipids/fats
- Energy
- Vitamin absorption
- Insulation
- Protects
What is a triglyceride?
Triglycerides are formed from glycerol with three fatty acid chains attached to it.




