ATI NUTRITION EXAM A - Chapter 1 2023 with 100% correct answers

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What are essential Nutrients? - correct answer Those that the body cannot manufacture - the absence of these can cause deficiency diseases Nutritive Sourcec - correct answer Carbs and fiber, pr... otein, lipids, vitamins, minerals, electrolytes and water Energy-yielding nutrients - correct answer Carbs, fats, and proteins DRI - Dietary Reference intakes - correct answer - Rec'd dietary allowance - Estimated Average Requirement - Adequate Intake - Tolerable Upper Intake Level Carbs are made of - correct answer Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen Main function of carbs - correct answer Provide energy for the body Help to regulate protein and fat metabolism Essential for normal cardiac and CNS functioning How many carbs needed to fuel the brain? - correct answer 130g/day Median is 296 g/day - men, 256 g/day women 45-65% of [Show More]

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