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14 Cards in this Set
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Nutrition |
The study of food- its composition, the amounts needed by the body and its effects on the body |
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Diet |
The selection of foods eaten by an individual |
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Food |
Any substance, solid or liquid which contains nutrients |
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Element |
The simplest form of a substance |
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Nutrient |
Any substance which can be digested and used by the body. All nutrients are made up of elements. All food is made up of one or more nutrients |
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Balanced diet |
A diet containing all of the nutrients in the correct amount for the needs of the body |
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RDA |
Recommended dietary allowance |
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GDA |
Guideline daily amount |
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Macro nutrients |
Nutrients required in large amounts ie: proteins, fats & carbohydrates |
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Micro nutrients |
Nutrients required in small amounts, ie: minerals & vitamins |
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Composition |
Refers to the elements that make up the nutrient and how they are arranged with the nutrient |
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Classification |
Refers to the division into groups / classes |
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Sources |
Refers to the foods which are the best suppliers of the nutrient |
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Functions |
Refers to the the uses of the nutrient within the body |
