Discuss the function of fiber including food sources. Fats Identify the functions, sources, RDA, and classification of fats. Explain the difference between saturated and unsaturated fatty acids including food sources. Protein Identify the functions, structure, sources, RDA, and classifications of protein. Compare the effects on health of inadequate or excessive protein intake.
Vitamins Discuss the general functions and classifications of vitamins.
Fat and water soluble vitamins Identify the functions, sources, RDA, and deficiency states of fat and water soluble vitamins. Minerals Identify the function, sources, RDA, and deficiency states of both major and trace minerals. Water balance Discuss the function, requirements, movement, and distribution of water in the body. Digestion and absorption Describe mechanical and chemical digestion. Describe the pathway of nutrients and the digestive processes that occur in the mouth, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine.