JERSEY COLLEGE NUTRITION MIDTERM REVIEW 2026 FINAL REVIEW EXAM,
Exams of Dietetics
Nutrition - ANSWERthe science that studies food and how food nourishes our
body and influences our health influences
Nutrients - ANSWERchemicals found in foods that are critical to human
growth and function.
Six groups of nutrients - ANSWERcarbohydrates; fats and oils; proteins;
vitamins; minerals; water
Macronutrients - ANSWERnutrients that our body needs in relatively large
amounts to support normal function and health. Carbs, fats, and proteins.
Micronutrients - ANSWERnutrients needed in relatively small amounts to
support normal health and body functions. Vitamins and minerals such as
vitamin B&C.
Vitamins ADKE - ANSWERorganic compounds that assist us in regulating our
body's processes.
, Minerals B&C - ANSWERinorganic substances that are not broken down
during digestion and absorption and are not destroyed by heat or light.
EAR The Estimated Average Requirment - ANSWERthe 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 - ANSWERthe 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 - ANSWERaverage 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 - ANSWERthe 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 - ANSWERthe
recommend range of carbohydrate, fat, and protein intake expressed as a
percentage of total energy.
healthful diet - ANSWERa diet that provides the proper combination of
energy and nutrients and is adequate, moderate, balanced, and varied
nutrient dense foods - ANSWERfoods that provide the most nutrients for the
least amount of energy.
Exams of Dietetics
Nutrition - ANSWERthe science that studies food and how food nourishes our
body and influences our health influences
Nutrients - ANSWERchemicals found in foods that are critical to human
growth and function.
Six groups of nutrients - ANSWERcarbohydrates; fats and oils; proteins;
vitamins; minerals; water
Macronutrients - ANSWERnutrients that our body needs in relatively large
amounts to support normal function and health. Carbs, fats, and proteins.
Micronutrients - ANSWERnutrients needed in relatively small amounts to
support normal health and body functions. Vitamins and minerals such as
vitamin B&C.
Vitamins ADKE - ANSWERorganic compounds that assist us in regulating our
body's processes.
, Minerals B&C - ANSWERinorganic substances that are not broken down
during digestion and absorption and are not destroyed by heat or light.
EAR The Estimated Average Requirment - ANSWERthe 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 - ANSWERthe 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 - ANSWERaverage 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 - ANSWERthe 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 - ANSWERthe
recommend range of carbohydrate, fat, and protein intake expressed as a
percentage of total energy.
healthful diet - ANSWERa diet that provides the proper combination of
energy and nutrients and is adequate, moderate, balanced, and varied
nutrient dense foods - ANSWERfoods that provide the most nutrients for the
least amount of energy.
