BHAN155 Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Dietary Reference Intake, Essential Fatty Acid, Monounsaturated Fat
20 Apr 2019
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Carbohydrates: macronutrients that supply energy needed to sustain normal daily activity. Dietary fiber: nondigestible carbs that come from parts of plants. Fat: macronutrients that insulate organs, maintain body temperature, carry certain vitamins. Triglycerides: fats that make up 95% of total body fat. Monounsaturated fats: unsaturated fats that help to lower the levels of ldl in the body. Fat soluble vitamins: absorbed through intestinal tract with the help of fats; vitamin a, Recommended daily allowance: intake levels necessary to meet the nutritional needs of. Tolerable upper intake level: highest amount of a nutrient that can be consumed without the risk of adverse health effects. 50-70: the body consists of ____-_____% water by weight. 10-35: amdr% for proteins in a 2,000 calorie diet. Vitamins: potent, essential, organic compounds that promote growth and help maintain life and health. Water soluble vitamins: these vitamins are generally excreted and cause few toxicity problems. Hyponatremia: drinking too much water, characterized by low sodium levels.
