NUTR 205 1nd Edition Lecture 4Outline of Last Lecture I. Regulate body processesII. MalnutritionIII. Diet and health IV. Choosing a healthy dietV. VarietyOutline of Current Lecture VI. Nutritional statusVII. Dietary reference intakeCurrent Lecture- Nutritional statuso Health is influenced by intake and use of nutrients Nutrition statuso In populations, analysis of food intakes or food availability to determine statuso In individuals, includes: Analysis of food and nutrient intake Physical health (including measuring nutrients) Medical and family history Lifestyle- Dietary reference intakeo Specific nutrition recommendations need to satisfy a variety of needso Different types of dietary guidelines target different populationso The original set of recommendations were the recommended dietary allowance (RDAs): Established for protein, energy, some minerals, and vitamins Intent of the original RDAs, to prevent deficiencies o Recommendations expanded to the dietary reference intakes (DRIs) Includes the RDAso DRIs are recommendations on the amount of energy, nutrients, and other food components to: Prevent deficiencies Reduce risk of chronic conditionsThese notes represent a detailed interpretation of the professor’s lecture. GradeBuddy is best used as a supplement to your own notes, not as a substitute. Stay
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