Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteinss Flashcards
1
Q
main nutrient groups?
A
carbohydrates, lipids, proteins
2
Q
carbohydrates are found in what foods?
A
bread, pasta, potatoes, fruits, veggies
3
Q
what do we need carbos for?
A
energy
carry out chemical and physical actions
4
Q
lipids refers to?
A
fats and oils
5
Q
lipids are found in?
A
oily fish, nuts n seeds, dairy prods, avocados
6
Q
role of lipids?
A
provide nrg
(a longer term store of nrg)
keep us warm by insulating
protect organs
7
Q
proteins found in?
A
nuts n seeds, meat n fish, legumes
8
Q
what are proteins? and wht they do?
A
building blocks
need em for growth
repair tissues
used for nrg in emergencies
