Diet Flashcards
1
Q
What do vitamins do?
A
Healthy immune system, skin and eyes
2
Q
What do Carbohydrates do?
A
Boosts energy levels
3
Q
What do protein do?
A
Growth and repair of tissues
4
Q
What do minerals do?
A
Healthy teeth, blood, skin and hair
5
Q
What do fats do?
A
Energy, healthy cell structure, help vitamin absorption.
6
Q
What does malnutrition mean?
A
Malnutrition is where you are lacking certain aspects in your diet. It can also mean that you are consuming too much nutrients.
7
Q
What are the signs of being malnourished?
A
Reduced appetite
Tiredness
Weakness
poor concentration
