Nutrition scale
Nutrition Scale
A Nutrition Scale (pronunciation: /nuːˈtrɪʃən skeɪl/) is a device used to measure the nutritional content of food. It is often used by individuals who are monitoring their diet for health or weight management purposes.
Etymology
The term "Nutrition Scale" is derived from the words "nutrition", which comes from the Latin word nutrire meaning "to nourish", and "scale", which comes from the Old Norse word skāl meaning "bowl" or "weight".
Function
A Nutrition Scale typically measures the weight of food and calculates the nutritional content based on a database of food items. This includes measurements of calories, protein, carbohydrates, fat, fiber, and sodium. Some scales also measure other nutrients such as vitamins and minerals.
Usage
Nutrition Scales are commonly used by individuals who are tracking their food intake for weight loss, diabetes management, or other health-related reasons. They are also used by professional dietitians and nutritionists to provide accurate nutritional information to their clients.
Related Terms
- Food Scale: A device used to measure the weight of food.
- Dietitian: A health professional who advises individuals on dietary matters.
- Nutritionist: A health professional who specializes in the study of nutrition and its effects on health.
- Calorie Counter: A tool used to track the number of calories consumed.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Nutrition scale
- Wikipedia's article - Nutrition scale
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