ATI Nutrition (chapters 1 & 2) Questions with correct answer

Definition of essential nutrients Correct Answer - nutrients that the body cannot manufacture, therefore must obtain through diet. components of nutritive sources? Correct Answer - carbohydrates, lipids/fats, protein, water, electrolytes, minerals, and vitamins. what are the energy-yielding nutrients? Correct Answer - carbohydrates, fats, and proteins why are DRI's useful? Correct Answer - to understand the food intake of large groups, planning nutrition program standards, and helping individuals what are DRIs comprised of? Correct Answer - recommended dietary allowance estimated average requirement adequate intake tolerable upper limit acceptable macronutrient distribution ranges definition of Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) Correct Answer - amount of particular nutrient that the most healthy people (of similar age and sex) need to avoid risk of chronic disease definition of Estimated Average Requirement (EAR) Correct Answer - amount of nutrient required to meet basic requirements for half of people in a particular population.