absorption digestion

(physics) the process in which incident radiated energy Breakdown of food substances into simpler forms that
is retained without reflection or transmission on passing can be absorbed and used
through a medium

essential amino acids

dysphagia
Amino acids that are needed, but cannot be made by
Difficulty swallowing the body; they must be eating in foods

calcium ensure

Ca to make sure or certain

calories malnutrition

Units of heat that measure the energy used by the body a state of poor nutrition
and the energy that foods supply to the body

anabolism
carbohydrates
Metabolic pathways that construct molecules, requiring
Broken down to simple sugars energy.

enteral feed metabolism

Provision of nutrition through a tube inserted through All of the chemical reactions that occur within an
the nose, the mouth, or a surgical opening in the organism
abdomen into the gastrointestinal system.

minerals
cholesterol
Elements found in food that are used by the body
A type of fat made by the body from saturated fat; a
minor part of fat in foods.
nutrients

Compounds in food that the body requires for proper

deficiency
growth, maintenance, and functioning
A lack or shortage

potassium
dietitian
K
Health care professional who focuses on proper food
and nutrition in order to promote good health.
protein

An organic compound that is made of one or more

chains of amino acids and that is a principal component
of all cells

nutrition

The process by which your body takes in and uses food

refined sugars

14. The nurse is presenting an information session on

nutritional guidelines at a senior living center.
Incorporated into the discussion are the
recommendations for nutritional intake for individuals
of this age-group, which include a reduction in

sodium

Na

glucose

A simple sugar that is an important source of energy.

vitamins

Compounds found in food that help regulate many body

processes

catabolism

Metabolic pathways that break down molecules,

releasing energy.

homeostasis