Nutrition 200- Exam 1

The basics of nutrition: Basics • Definitions/Examples: o Nutrient density o Energy density o Empty calories o Functional foods • Fortification vs Enrichment • Carbohydrates o Simple – Monosaccharides and Disaccharides o Complex – Starch, Glycogen, and Fiber • Fats o Fatty acids, Triglycerides, Phospholipids, and Cholesterol • Proteins o Essential amino acids vs Non-essential amino acids o Structure • Vitamins o Fat-soluble vs Water-soluble o Bioavailability • Water o Osmosis • Minerals o Major vs Trace The Scientific Method & Fad Diets • Steps/Application of the Scientific Method • 4 types of Epidemiological Studies • Characteristics of Fad Diets Superfoods • Phytochemicals • Function of Antioxidants • Prebiotics vs Probiotics Dietary Guidelines & Food Labels • Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI’s) • Revised Dietary Guidelines • Calculations using the Nutrition Facts Panel • Daily Values • Health claims, Structure/Function claims, Nutrient claims Food Safety • Foodborne illness FSN 200: Nutrition for Life o Pathogens o High-risk populations o Foodborne Infections vs Foodborne intoxication o Optimal Growth Conditions • Processed Foods o Purpose o Preservation methods o Additives • Pesticide Regulation