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It is the measure of nutrients that a given diet provides relative to the energy it provides. The more nutrients and less kcalories a diet provides the higher is its nutrient density. For example, a can of cola and a handful of grapes may both give the same amount of Kcal but grapes provides us other nutrients too. Therefore, Grape is more nutrient dense then cola.
Mathematically, it is calculated as:
Nutrient density = (% of nutrient supplied) / (% of Kcal supplied)
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How would you explain the concepts of nutrient density and energy density?
Nutrient density refers to the amount of essential nutrients (like vitamins, minerals, and proteins) a food provides relative to its caloric content; foods high in nutrient density offer more nutrients per calorie. In contrast, energy density measures the number of calories in a given weight or volume of food; foods with high energy density contain many calories but may lack essential nutrients. For example, fruits and vegetables are generally nutrient-dense and low in energy density, while sugary snacks may be energy-dense but low in nutrient density. Balancing both concepts is key to a healthy diet.
Foods that are rich in nutrients relative to their energy contents are called foods with high?
nutrient density
Is there existences of nutrient in gas form?
It all depends on the density of the nutrient . the nutrient would half to be at such a density to be able to float in the air as gases do.
Nutrient density refers to food that?
Nutrient density refers to how nutritious a certain food can be. Nutrient density refers to all different kinds of foods.
The proportion of nutrients in a food compared to the number of calories is called?
Nutrient Density
What happens when water of a high density sinks?
When water of high density sinks, it displaces the lower-density water below it. This sinking motion can create vertical circulation in the water column, influencing ocean currents and nutrient distribution. Additionally, the sinking of dense water can contribute to the formation of deep ocean currents.
Are vegetables easy to digest for most people?
Yes, vegetables are generally easy to digest for most people due to their high fiber content and nutrient density.
What has a high density?
Uranium has a high density.
Definition for foliar Application?
Foliar fertilizers are fertilizers that are applied to boost nutrient density in crops and to correct nutrient deficiencies.
What is the definition of nutrient dense food?
Nutrient dense food- is defined as the density of nutrients to kcalories. Nutrient dense foods provide more nutrients relative to kcalories.
Which nutrient has the greatest caloric density?
Fats (lipids) have the greatest calorific density, whether they are oils or animal fats.
Nutrient with the highest energy density?
Fat. 9kcal/g
