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What nutrient has accounted for virtually all of the increase in kcal intake of people in the US since the 1970s?
The nutrient that has accounted for virtually all of the increase in kcal intake of people in the US since the 1970s is added sugars. Increased consumption of sugary beverages, processed foods, and snacks has significantly contributed to higher caloric intake. This rise in added sugars has been linked to various health issues, including obesity and metabolic disorders.
Why might northern Europeans have evolved lactose tolerance?
to increase options for nutrient intake in an environment with a short growing season
What is the recommended nutrient intake value set for nutrient which no RDA can be determined?
Adequate Intake (AI)
What does Lower reference nutrient intake mean?
nutrient intake means all the nutrients you are intaking on a regular bases
What if a Nutrient does not have a Tolerable Upper Intake Level?
If the nutrient does not have a tolerable upper intake level it means it does not have a maximum amount of that can be taken before damage occurs. Any nutrient that has a tolerable upper intake level is one you can overdose on or take too much of the nutrient. Much like potassium which can be deadly but vitamin c does not have an upper intake level.
What does Marasmus develop from?
Inadequate energy and protein intake (or nutrient intake overall)
What would be a primary nutrient deficiency?
primary nutrient deficiency is caused by lack of intake of said nutrient (deficiency is caused by not consuming the nutrient in adequate amounts)
What does the tolerable upper intake level of nutrient represent?
This is the maximum amount of a nutrient that can be consumed without adverse effects. It is not a target figure; it is an upper limit.
What does L.R.N.I stand for?
It can stand for Lower Reference Nutrient Intake.
What causes deficiency diseases?
because of low nutrient intake
What can you do personally to increase your carbohydrate intake?
to increase your intake of complex carbohydrates, what could you incorporate into your diet?
What is a days intake for a 19 year old girl that would provide minimum nutrient intake?
1200 calories
