Chapter

Food Quality

From Human Nutrition by Human Nutrition

Concepts

1. Food Quality

   "One measurement of food quality is the amount of nutrients it contains relative to the amount of energy it provides. High-quality foods are nutrient dense, meaning they contain significant amounts of

2. Food Sources

   "It is better to get all your micronutrients from the foods you eat as opposed to from supplements. Supplements contain only what is listed on the label, but foods contain many more macronutrients, mi

3. Food Search

   "Make a list of some of your favorite foods and visit the “What’s In the Foods You Eat?” search tool provided by the USDA. What are some of the nutrients found in your favorite foods? http://www.ars.u