Substance that provides energy to cells and converts oxygen to carbon dioxide
Adenosine triphosphate (ATP)
Organic acids that form the building blocks of protein
Amino acids
These break down the basic chemical sugars that supply energy for the body
Carbohydrates
Condition in which blood glucose or blood sugar drops too low
Hypoglycemia
Carbohydrate-lipid complexes that are good water binders
Mucopolysaccarides
These can be synthesized by the body and do not have to be in our diet
Nonessential amino acids
Water-binding substances found between the fibers of the dermis
Glycosaminoglycans
The three basic food groups that make up the largest part of the nutrition we eat
Macronutrients
Sometimes referred to as vitamin P, this is considered an aid in absorption of vitamin C
Bioflavonoid
Vitamin A derivative that has demonstrated an ability to alter collagen synthesis and is used to treat acne and visible signs of aging
Retinoic acid
Antioxidant that aids in the functioning and repair of skin cells
Vitamin C
Inorganic materials required for many reactions of the cells and body
Minerals
This can be synthesized from cholesterol when the body is exposed to sunlight
Vitamin D
Tocopherol; helps protect the skin from free radicals
Vitamin E
Water soluble vitamins that interact with other water soluble vitamins and act as coenzymes by facilitating enzymatic reactions
B Vitamins
What government agency regulates nutrition related affairs
USDA
What are the five basic categories of my plate?
Grains, vegetables, dairy, fruits, and protein
Anemia, low resistance to infection, and organ impairment are examples of what
Protein deficiency
Where is glucose stored
Muscles and liver
Choose foods that are what
High in nutrients and low in calories
The recommended intake of fat is what
26%
How many common amino acids
20
Combinations of two incomplete proteins that together provide all the essential amino acids and make a complete protein
Complementary foods
Fructose is an example of
Monosaccharide
Lactose and sucrose
Disaccharide
Starch and fiber
Polysaccharide
Two types of fiber
Soluble and insoluble
What does omega 6 do
Maintain the lipid barrier of the skin
What does omega 3 do
Reduces the chance of clogged and hardened arteries
Waxy substance found in your body that is needed to produce hormones, vitamin D, and bile
Cholesterol
Measure of heat units
Calories
A gram of protein has how many calories
4
Biological catalysts made of protein and vitamins
Enzymes
Where can you find vitamin b-6
Leafy greens
Functions are metabolism, and formation of fatty acids
Biotin
Aid in hair growth
Inositol
What vitamin has these deficiency symptoms muscular atrophy, abnormal fat deposits in muscles, gastrointestinal conditions, heart disease, impotency
Vitamin E
Copper is found where
Seafood and almonds
Helps with fluid balance, controls activity of heart muscle, nervous system, and kidneys
Potassium
Helps with healthy digestion and metabolism, reproductive system, aids in healing
Zinc
Retinoic acid are from what vitamin
Vitamin A
Where does the skin synthesis vitamin D from
Cholesterol
How should you use vitamin E
Internally and externally
Needed for healthy teeth and bone formation
Fluoride
What is an example of practicing wellness
Scheduling routine health checks
What is the importance of fats
Used for energy