Nutrition

What are three nutrients that provide energy for the body? How many calories come from the breakdown of each gram of these nutrients?

Carbohydrates (4 calories), fat (9 calories), and protein (4 calories).

What is the acceptable macronutrient distribution range for carbohydrate, protein. and fat?

Carbs- 45-65%, protein- 10-35%, and fats- 20%-35%

What is the AI for dietary fiber? How does this compare to the typical American intake?

For men and women aged 50 or younger, it is 38g (men), and 25g (women). For older men and women, it is 30g (men), and 21g (women). The typical American intake is substantially lower than the recommended being roughly 15g/day.

What is the RDA for iron for women of childbearing age? For men?

Men- 8mg/day, Women (of childbearing age)- 18mg/day

What nutrients do Americans typically over consume? Under consume?

Over consume- Saturated fats and sodium. Under consume- Calcium, potassium, and fiber

What are trans-fatty acids? Why should they be avoided?

Unsaturated fats and they increase the risk of chronic diseases