Nutrition 202 TAMU Exam 1 Terms

science that studies interactions between body functions and health CORRECT ANSWER nutrition substance the body requires for energy, regulation, and structure CORRECT ANSWER nutrient a nutrient that must be acquired through the diet CORRECT ANSWER essential nutrient body can make this type of nutrient in adequate amounts CORRECT ANSWER nonessential nutrient is a scientific unit used to measure food energy CORRECT ANSWER calorie include things like carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and water CORRECT ANSWER macronutrients includes things like vitamins and minerals CORRECT ANSWER micronutrients provide energy, includes sugars, starches, and fibers, and are made of carbon, oxygen, and hydrogen CORRECT ANSWER carbohydrates substances that are insoluble in water, but soluble in organic solvents such as ether, acetone, and chloroform; also known as fats, includes triglycerides, phospholipids, and sterols; provides energy and is involved in structure and regulation CORRECT ANSWER lipids