After you have studied this chapter, you should be able to:

1. Define nutrition, nutrients, and essential nutrients.

2. List the major sources of carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins.

3. Describe how cells utilize carbohydrates.

4. Describe how cells utilize lipids.

5. Describe how cells utilize amino acids.

6. Define nitrogen balance.

7. Explain how the energy values of foods are determined.

8. Explain the factors that affect an individual’s energy requirements.

9. Define energy balance.

10. Explain what is meant by desirable weight.

11. List the fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins.

12. Describe the general functions of each vitamin.

13. Distinguish between a vitamin and a mineral.

14. List the major minerals and trace elements.

15. Describe the general functions of each mineral and trace element.

16. Describe an adequate diet.

17. Distinguish between primary and secondary malnutrition.

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