NFS 362 Final: Nutrition Final exam study guide
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Dietary reference intake standardized nutrient intake levels for healthy individuals. Estimated needs of a single nutrient for a general population. Max intake limit of intake to prevent negative side effects estimated energy requirements the estimated energy needs of an individual based on physical activity, weight, and height and gender estimated calories to maintain healthy weight. Ear used for groups and organizations rda or ai used for individuals nutritional assessment of individuals historical information. Health status health history drug use socioeconomic status. Diet medical history family history, genetics and genetic diseases anthropometric measures. Weight and height compared to average for gender can reveal abnormalities with weight and height physical examination visual inspection eyes, fingernails, hair, skin, posture and tongue and not yield from conclusions. May reveal possible nutrient imbalances laboratory tests samples of stool urine and blood can reveal early signs of nutrient deficiencies. 2000 calories, recommend 2 and 1/2 cups daily of vegetables page 41.