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Definition:
Nutrition |
Study of nutrients in food and the body.
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Definition:
Kilocalorie |
Energy released from carbohydrates, fats, and protein.
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Chronic diseases resulting from poor diet.
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Heart Disease, Cancers, Strokes, and Diabetes mellitus.
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Enzymes
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Proteins that facilitate chemical reactions, but do not get changed in the process.
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Hormone
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Regulating chemicals produced by glands which signal many body functions.
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Fat Soluble Vitamins
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D, K, A, E
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DRI
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Dietary Reference Intakes
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RDA
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Recommended Dietary Allowances:
Intake recommended for everybody. |
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AI
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Adequate Intakes:
Reflects the average amount of a nutrient that a group of healthy people consumes. Based on scientific judgment, not evidence. |
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EAR
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Estimated Average Requirements:
The average amount of a nutrient that appears sufficient to maintain a specific body function in half of the population. |
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GRAS
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Generally recognized as safe.
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UL
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Tolerable Upper Intake Levels:
Nutrient levels above the recommended intake levels that can become toxic. |
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EER
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Estimated Energy Requirements:
The average dietary intake (kcalories per day) that will maintain energy balance in a healthy person of a given age, gender, weight, height, and physical activity level. |
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AMDR
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Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges:
Nutrient % ranges that provide adequate energy, and reduce risk of chronic disease. |
