Cell Structure Flashcards
1
Q
carbohydrates (2)
A
- found starchy foods
2. provide us with most of the energy we need to carry out chemical reactions
2
Q
lipids
A
fats and oils, to provide long term stores energy and insulate us and regulate our body temperature
3
Q
proteins
A
building blocks, we need them to grow and to repair damaged tissue
4
Q
what is the difference between vitamins and mineral ions
A
vitamins are organic and minerals are in-organic
5
Q
fiber
A
a type of carbohydrate, not absorbed into the body, helps food move around the body
6
Q
how much energy we need depends on…
A
activity level, age, pregnency
