Jersey College Nutrition
Midterm Review 100%
VERIFIED ANSWERS
2024/2025
Nutrition
the science that studies food and how food nourishes our body and influences our
health influences
Nutrients
chemicals found in foods that are critical to human growth and function.
Six groups of nutrients
carbohydrates; fats and oils; proteins; vitamins; minerals; water
Macronutrients
nutrients that our body needs in relatively large amounts to support normal function and
health. Carbs, fats, and proteins.
Micronutrients
nutrients needed in relatively small amounts to support normal health and body
functions. Vitamins and minerals such as vitamin B&C.
Vitamins ADKE
organic compounds that assist us in regulating our body's processes.
, Minerals B&C
inorganic substances that are not broken down during digestion and absorption and are
not destroyed by heat or light.
EAR The Estimated Average Requirment
the average daily intake level estimated to meet the needs of half the people in a certain
group. Scientist use it to calculate the RDA
RDA The Recommended Dietary Allowance
the average daily intake level estimated to meet the needs of nearly all people in a
certain group. Aim for this amount!
AI The Adequate Intake
average daily intake level assumed to be adequate. It is used when an EAR can not be
determined. Aim for this amount if there is no RDA!
UL The Tolerable Upper Intake Level
the highest average daily intake level likely to pose no health risks. Do not exceed this
amount on a daily basis.
AMDR The Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range
the recommend range of carbohydrate, fat, and protein intake expressed as a
percentage of total energy.
healthful diet
a diet that provides the proper combination of energy and nutrients and is adequate,
moderate, balanced, and varied
nutrient dense foods
Midterm Review 100%
VERIFIED ANSWERS
2024/2025
Nutrition
the science that studies food and how food nourishes our body and influences our
health influences
Nutrients
chemicals found in foods that are critical to human growth and function.
Six groups of nutrients
carbohydrates; fats and oils; proteins; vitamins; minerals; water
Macronutrients
nutrients that our body needs in relatively large amounts to support normal function and
health. Carbs, fats, and proteins.
Micronutrients
nutrients needed in relatively small amounts to support normal health and body
functions. Vitamins and minerals such as vitamin B&C.
Vitamins ADKE
organic compounds that assist us in regulating our body's processes.
, Minerals B&C
inorganic substances that are not broken down during digestion and absorption and are
not destroyed by heat or light.
EAR The Estimated Average Requirment
the average daily intake level estimated to meet the needs of half the people in a certain
group. Scientist use it to calculate the RDA
RDA The Recommended Dietary Allowance
the average daily intake level estimated to meet the needs of nearly all people in a
certain group. Aim for this amount!
AI The Adequate Intake
average daily intake level assumed to be adequate. It is used when an EAR can not be
determined. Aim for this amount if there is no RDA!
UL The Tolerable Upper Intake Level
the highest average daily intake level likely to pose no health risks. Do not exceed this
amount on a daily basis.
AMDR The Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range
the recommend range of carbohydrate, fat, and protein intake expressed as a
percentage of total energy.
healthful diet
a diet that provides the proper combination of energy and nutrients and is adequate,
moderate, balanced, and varied
nutrient dense foods
