NUTR 1010 Chapter Notes -Dietary Reference Intake, Dental Caries, Overnutrition

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Undernutrition- a diet that lacks energy or specific essential nutrients; is known to cause deficiency diseases such as anemia and scurvy. Malnutrition- or bad nutrition, refers to both undernutrition and overnutrition. Organic- a substance or nutrient that contains the element carbon. Inorganic- a substance or nutrient that does not contain the element carbon. Macronutrients- the three energy-wielding" nutrients (carbohydrates, fats, proteins); nutrients that our bodies need in relatively high amounts to support normal function and health. Micronutrients- nutrients needed in relatively small amounts to support normal health and body functions. Dietary reference intakes (dris)- a set of nutritional reference values for canada and the united states that apply to healthy people. Recommended dietary allowance (rda)- the average daily nutrient intake level that meets the nutrient requirements of 97% to 98% of healthy individuals in a particular life stage and gender group.

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