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Nutrition basics
Intro to human studies nutrition test.
Question | Answer |
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The most concentrated source of food energy. | Fats |
Helps reduce tooth decay. | Fluoride |
Two most abundant minerals in the body; needed to build and maintain strong bones and teeth. | calcium and phosphorous |
Promotes tissue growth and repair. | Proteins |
Provides roughage that stimulates the normal activity of your intestines. | Fibers |
Helps heal wounds. | Proteins |
Helps prevent night blindness. | Vitamin A |
A vitamin that helps build and maintain strong bones and teeth. | Vitamin D |
Nutrient found abundantly in citrus fruits and juices. | Vitamin C |
A deficiency can cause osteoporosis. | Calcium |
A deficiency can cause anemia. | Vitamin B12 |
Important to the development of the spine and brain in a fetus. | Folic Acid |
On average boys require__ calories a day. | 2,800 |
On average girls require__ calories a day. | 2,200 |
Calories from proteins. | 4 |
Calories from carbohydrates. | 4 |
Calories from fats. | 9 |