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2.2 Nutrition and Health – Introduction to Nutrition and Wellness

WebSimply put, foods are the plants and animals that we eat, and nutrition is how our bodies use these foods. According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, “Food is essential—it …

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8.2 Classification of Vitamins and Minerals – Introduction to …

WebClassification of Minerals. Minerals are classified as either major minerals or trace minerals, depending on the amount needed in the body. Major minerals are those that are required …

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4.5 Fiber: Types, Sources, Whole Grains, and Health

WebFood Sources of Dietary Fiber. Since fiber provides structure to plants, fiber can be found in all whole plant foods, including whole grains (like oatmeal, barley, rice and wheat), …

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3.7 The Human Body – Introduction to Nutrition and Wellness

WebAs a teen or an adult, you are made up of trillions of cells. There are hundreds of types of cells (e.g., red blood cells, nerve cells, skin cells). Each individual cell conducts all the …

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2.3 Classification of Nutrients – Introduction to Nutrition and …

WebVitamins. Vitamins are organic nutrients that are categorized based on their solubility in water. The water-soluble vitamins are vitamin C and all of the B vitamins. The fat-soluble …

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10.2 Elements and Benefits of Physical Fitness – Introduction to

WebPhysical Benefits. Mental and Emotional Benefits. Longer life: A regular exercise program can reduce your risk of dying early from heart disease, certain cancers, and other leading …

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11.7 Nutrition for Older Adults – Introduction to Nutrition and …

WebThe energy requirements for people ages 51 and older are 1,600 to 2,200 calories for women and 2,000 to 2,800 calories for men, depending on activity level. The decrease in …

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10.1 Introduction to Nutrition and Physical Activity

Web10.1 Introduction to Nutrition and Physical Activity. In this course, our focus is on how nutrients support health. However, enjoying good health is about so much more than …

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5.4 The Functions of Lipids – Introduction to Nutrition and Wellness

WebVisceral fat protects vital organs—such as the heart, kidneys, and liver. The blanket layer of subcutaneous fat insulates the body from extreme temperatures and helps keep the …

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3.8 The Digestive System – Introduction to Nutrition and Wellness

WebThe easiest way to understand the digestive system is to divide its organs into two main categories: the gastrointestinal tract (GI tract) and the accessory organs. The GI tract is a …

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3.9 Digestive Disorders – Introduction to Nutrition and Wellness

Web3.9 Digestive Disorders. Now that we’ve covered the structures and functions of the digestive system, it should be clear that the digestion of food requires the coordinated …

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9.6 Vitamins and Minerals Involved in Blood Health

Web9.6 Vitamins and Minerals Involved in Blood Health. Blood is essential to life. It transports absorbed nutrients and oxygen to cells, removes metabolic waste products for excretion, …

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1.6 Preserving and Processing Foods – Introduction to Nutrition …

WebPreserving and processing foods provide many hidden benefits. Each protects consumers in different ways. Food preservation includes handling or treating food to prevent or slow …

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8.7 Vitamin A’s Role in Vision – Introduction to Nutrition and …

WebA child with xerophthalmia caused by vitamin A deficiency, demonstrating cloudiness on the surface of the eye. Night blindness is usually the first sign of a vitamin A deficiency, …

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1.3 Safety of Our Foods – Introduction to Nutrition and Wellness

Web1.3 Safety of Our Foods What Is a Safe Food Supply? Image: USDA SNAP Ed Public Domain. A safe food supply is free of physical, chemical, and biological …

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2.1 Introduction – Introduction to Nutrition and Wellness

WebAfter completing this unit, you should be able to: Be able to define nutrition, food, calories (kcal) and nutrients, and describe how nutrition is related to health, including risk of …

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7.5 The Obesity Epidemic – Introduction to Nutrition and Wellness

Web7.5 The Obesity Epidemic. “Obesogenic” is a word coined in the last two decades. It refers to an environment that promotes increased food intake, sugary and high-fat foods, and …

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5.2 Types and Sources of Fatty Acids – Introduction to Nutrition …

WebFigure 5.8. EPA and DHA are important but non-essential omega-3 fatty acids that can be made in the body from ALA. Fish, shellfish, fish oils, seaweed, and algae are all good …

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