Chapter 13
1. Define the study of nutrition.
2. Why are food guidelines provided?
3. What is the most practical guide for making healthful food choices?
4. What is the DRI and what does it do?
5. What is Healthy People 2010?
Chapter 14
1. Why do we need energy?
2. What are the nutrient classes that yield energy?
3. Discuss Carbohydrates: Where do they come from? What is cellulose?
4. What are fatty acids?
5. Discuss cholesterol: What is it and what happens if consumed in generous amounts?
6. Discuss proteins and energy.
Chapter 15
1. What are the best sources of protein?
2. How do bones and teeth harden?
3. What is the major constituent of all living body cells?
Chapter 16
1. Briefly discuss proteins, minerals, and vitamins including why we need them.
2. What is water and its purpose in our body?