Basic Nutrition Concepts

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Basic Nutrition Concepts

• Presented By John Clem
• HED 491

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Major Food Components

• Carbohydrates
• Protein
• Fats
• Vitamins
• Minerals
• Water

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Human Nutrient Needs

• Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)
• Levels of certain nutrients adequate meet the
  needs of practically all healthy people.
• Recommended Dietary Intake (RDI)
• System of nutrient standards for food labels.

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Food Group Systems

• The fundamental principals of healthful eating
  are Moderation, Variety, and Balance.
• Healthful eating should be psychologically
  satisfying and pleasing to the senses.

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U.S. Dietary Guidelines

• Eat a variety of foods
• Balance the food you eat with physical activity
• Choose a diet with plenty of grain products
• Choose as diet low in fat, saturated fat, and
  cholesterol
• Choose a diet moderate in sugar
• Choose a diet low in salt and sodium
• If you drink alcoholic beverages, do so in
  moderation

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Nutrition Labeling

• The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates
  almost all food labeling
• The label must list significant nutrients in the
  product and indicate the amounts of certain
  ingredients

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Where to get reliable health information

• Nutrition or Medical Professionals
• Have a degree in dietetics or foodservice
• Professional Organization
• American Institution of Nutrition
• American Society for Clinical Nutrition

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