Balanced Diet Flashcards
1
Q
Proteins
A
Growth/Repair of muscles
2
Q
Carbohydrates
A
Source of energy
3
Q
Fats
A
Source of energy, also provide insulation.
4
Q
Lack of vitamin C causes…
A
Scurvy
5
Q
Vitamin D
A
Needed for strong bones
6
Q
Lack of vitamin D causes…
A
Rickets
7
Q
Vitamin A
A
Allows us too see clearly in dim light
8
Q
Iron
A
Needed to manufacture haemoglobin found in red blood cells
9
Q
Calcium
A
Needed for strong teeth and bones
10
Q
Calcium deficiency can lead to…
A
Rickets
11
Q
Lack of fibre leads to…
A
Constipation
12
Q
Water
A
Supports all chemical reactions taking place in our cells.
