A small peach provides 15 grams of carbohydrates.  How many Calories (kcals) do the carbohydrates in the peach provide? Hints: 1. Macronutrient energy value Fat–9 kilocalories per gram Carbohydrates–4 kilocalories per gram Proteins–4 kilocalories per gram 2. How to calculate energy value of food To calculate the energy value of food, multiply the weight of a macronutrient in grams by the macronutrient energy value The above  video shows these calculations. The above Calculating Calories using Macronutrients through 2:22 shows the math necessary to complete the following problem.

Of the following people, who would be the MOST reliable source for nutrition information?

Which of the following is considered to be the most valid source of nutrition information?

The Dietary Reference Intake (DRI) video will help you answer the following questions. Video: Dietary Reference Intakes If the video player does not work, use this link.

The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) Which component of the DRI reflects the requirement of a nutrient for 50 percent of healthy Americans and Canadians in a specific life stage and sex?

Which of the following best describes a primary nutrient deficiency? Not sure? See the Under and Over Nutrition & Deficiencies and Toxicities Video in the Chapter 1 Module.

If a person consumed large amounts of ______________ over time, they would likely show signs of toxicity. 

Scientific Method The word “theory” is sometimes used by nonscientists to describe something doubtful or lacking in evidence. However, the same word carries a very different meaning when used in the context of scientific research.

The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) __________.

Scientific Method What is the first step of an experiment using the scientific method?