ATI Nutrition Exam Questions & Answers Graded A+

the main function of carbohydrates - ANSWER-provide energy for the body fiber is important for - ANSWER-bowel elimation average minimum amount of carbs needed per day to fuel the brain - ANSWER-130 grams/day total fiber AI is - ANSWER-25 g/day for women, 38 g/day for men Functions: tissue building and maintenance balance of nitrogen and water backup energy support of the immune system - ANSWER-proteins RDA of protein for healthy adults - ANSWER-0.8 g/kg underconsumption of protein leads to - ANSWER-protein energy malnutrition (PEM) Kwashiorkor marasmus what vitamin do vegan diets usually lack? - ANSWER-B12 becuse it does not naturally occur in plants Function: hormone production structural material for cell walls protective padding for vital organs insulation to maintain body temperature covering for nerve fibers aid in the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins - ANSWER-fats