What Is Healthy Eating and What Tools Can Help? Flashcards
1
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Undernutrition
A
A state of inadequate nutrition whereby a person’s nutrient and/or calorie needs aren’t met though the diet
2
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Malnourished
A
The long-term outcome of consuming a diet that doesn’t meet nutrient needs.
3
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Overnutrition
A
A state of excess nutrients and calories in the diet
4
Q
What are the three key principles of a healthy diet?
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- Balance
- Variety
- Moderation
5
Q
What makes a diet “balanced?”
A
It includes healthy proportions of all nutrients.
6
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What makes a diet “varied?”
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It includes many different foods
7
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What makes a diet “moderate?”
A
It provides adequate amounts of nutrients and energy.
