Nutrition 202 Exam 1 – TAMU questions with correct answers

__________ is the study between nutrients, body's function, and health CORRECT ANSWER nutrition __________ is a substance the body requires for energy, regulation of body processes, and structure CORRECT ANSWER nutrient what is an essential nutrient? CORRECT ANSWER required by diet (body can't synthesize it on its own) what is a non-essential nutrient? CORRECT ANSWER body can make it in adequate amounts on its own a __________ is the scientific unit used to measure energy CORRECT ANSWER calorie __________ are nutrients that don't provide energy but do assist with regulating body processes and providing structure CORRECT ANSWER micronutrient __________ biochemical activity that occurs in cells to either release energy from nutrients or use the energy to create other substances CORRECT ANSWER metabolism __________ are chemical compounds in plants that have various effects on body functions (not classified as nutrients) CORRECT ANSWER phytochemicals __________ is the study