Agriculture: Nutrition study questions with correct answers

digestion- the breakdown of food into smaller molecules macronutrients- carboydrates, proteins, lipids, water miconutrients- vitamins and minerals what do we use nutrients for? - Correct Answer energy--> calories converted to ATP structure-->tissues of the body, water structural development metabolism- protein enzymes, minerals and vitamins ca play a role in metabolic reactions in the body nutrient requirements? - Correct Answer 9 of the 20 amino acids used to make proteins cannot be made by the body mat product are complete proteinswhat are vitamins? - Correct Answer essential non-protein components of some enzymes C- resist infections A- important for eye function K- essential for blood clotting D- bone growth, immune system function minerals? - Correct Answer required components of some body tissues Calcium- bones and teeth phosphorus- ATP Iron- hemoglobin magnesium- active in chemical reactions malnutrition ? - Correct Answer a diet that lacks one or more essential nutrients what is underourishment? - Correct Answer a diet that fails to provide enough chemical enegry; the body first uses up stored carbohydrates and fats; then it will digest its own proteins obesity in america - Correct Answer 2/3 of Americans are overweight or obese bc of food availability, sedentary jobs, predisposed to eat when food is available nutritional guidelines? - Correct Answer more fruits and veggies, less sugar, salt and fats exercise what is the bilss point? - Correct Answer amount of an ingredient that we like that makes a food particularly palatable