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Nutrition Exam 3
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Nursing
Undergraduate 2
11/30/2009

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Term
What part of the body plays a major role in monitoring the concentration of the blood?
Definition
hypothalamus
Term
How many cups of water do men and women need daily?
Definition

men-13 cups

women-9 cups

Term
What vitamin enhances iron absorption?
Definition
Vitamin C
Term
What are tannins?
Definition
-compounds in tea and coffee that bind to iron (denatures proteins)
Term
What are phytates?
Definition
-compounds present in plant foods (whole grains) that bind iron and may prevent its absorption
Term
What mineral reduces the concentration of good HDL in the blood?
Definition
Zinc
Term
Which mineral works with insulin to regulate and release energy from glucose?
Definition
Chromium
Term
BMI
Definition

18.5 or less=underweight

18.5-24.9=normal

25-29.9=overweight

30-34.9=obese class 1

35-39.9=obese class 2

4o or greater=extremely obese class 3

Term
What are the 3 ways your body uses energy?
Definition

1. basal metabolism

2. voluntary activities

3. thermic effect of food

Term
BMI is not accurate with what age groups?
Definition

1. athletes

2. pregnant and lactating women

3. elderly

Term
BMI Formula
Definition

BMI=weight(lb)(703)

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height (in^2)

Term
How much % of body weight should be from fat?
Definition

Men= 12-20%

Women= 20-30%

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