C787 - health and wellness through nutritional science | Questions and Answers(A+ Solution guide)

Macronutrient - consist of : carbs, lipids, proteins Micronutrients - vitamins and minerals protein-energy malnutrition (PEM) - a lack of sufficient dietary protein and/or calories - 2 types: Kwashiorkor and Marasmus S/Sx of Kwashiorkor (more specific s/sx) - - potbelly - dry, unpigmented skin -coarse reddish hair - BLE edema S/Sx of marasmus - - "skin and bones" - gazing with large eyes from a bald head with an aged, gaunt appearance - low body temp anorexia nervosa - An eating disorder characterized by an obstinate and willful refusal to eat, a distorted body image, and an intense fear of being fat restricted intake bulimia nervosa - an eating disorder characterized by episodes of overeating, usually of high-calorie foods, followed by vomiting, laxative use, fasting, or excessive exercise Vitamin A deficiency - primary cause of childhood blindness