CHAPTER 1NUTRITION, FOOD CHOICES, AND HEALTHOVERVIEWThis introductory chapter provides an overview of the study of nutrition.Nutrients and theirroles in the body are discussed.Energy and how it is measuredis described.Helpful math skillsused in the study of nutrition are reviewed. The scientific method is explained with particular focusgiven to its application in the study of nutrition.The typical North Americaneating patternispresented along with methods the government uses to monitor consumption. U.S. health objectivesincluded in Healthy People 2020 are briefly described. Recommendations for promoting healthybehaviors and lifestyles are also discussed.TheNutrition and Your Healthsection,“Eating Well inCollege,”investigates common nutritional concerns faced by college students, includingchoosingfoods,weight gain,alcohol and binge drinking,eating disorders,the vegetarian lifestyle,dietaryconcernsofstudent athletes, and tips for eating well on a budget.KEY TERMSAlcoholAmino acidAnimal modelAppetiteAtomBondCancerCarbohydrateCardiovascular diseaseCase-control studyCellChemical reactionChronicComplexcarbohydrateControl groupDiabetesDouble-blind studyElectrolyteEnzymeEpidemiologyEssential nutrientFat-solubleFiberGeneGenomicsGlucoseHungerHypertensionHypothesesInorganicKilocalorie (kcal)LipidMacronutrientMajor mineralMetabolismMicronutrientMineralNutrientObesityOsteoporosisPeer reviewPhytochemicalPlaceboProteinRegistered dietitian (RD)Registereddietitiannutritionist (RDN)Risk factorsSatietyScurvySimple sugarSolventStarchStrokeTheoryTracemineralVitaminWaterWater-solubleSTUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMESChapter 1 is designed to allow you to:1.1Describe how our foodchoicesare affected by the flavor, texture, and appearance offood; routines and habits; early experiences and customs; advertising; nutrition and healthPreview Mode
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