PHRM 221 Lecture Notes - Lecture 5: Nutrient, Health Canada, Celery

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6 classes of nutrients: cho, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, water. Energy released in the body is measured in calories kcal : expressed in 1000 calorie metric units. Definition : the range of intake for a particular energy source that provides adequate energy and nutrients and reduces the risk of chronic disease. Expressed as a % of total energy (kcal) 50% women and 70% men have energy intakes that exceed their energy needs. Carbohydrate intakes were below amdr by 32% (men) and 21% (women) Fat intake in males and females exceeds amdr by 25% Underlying health inequities contribute to food insecurity and poorer health outcomes. More emphasis on food behaviours (cook more often, eat meals with others) Focus on what not to eat: processed food, fruit juice. All carbs are converted to glucose (major energy source) Stored as glycogen mainly in liver and muscle for later use (excess is stored as fat) Organic compounds composed of carbon, hydrogen, oxygen.

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