Diet And Nutrition

Question 1

How many nutrients are there ?

Answer 1

7

Question 2

Carbohydrates

Answer 2

Simple : energy for immediate use, no nutrients.
Example : sugar,glucose

Complex : Easily stored in body, rapid use by the muscles
Example : bread,pasta,rice

Question 3

Fats

Answer 3

Used for energy but only when carbohydrates run low
Energy is released slowly
Too much can increase weight gain
Example : oil, oily fish, nuts

Question 4

Proteins

Answer 4

Tissue growth
Body building blocks
Example : meat,fish,nuts

Question 5

Minerals

Answer 5

Bone growth/strength
Need small amounts
Example : milk, fruit, broccoli

Question 6

Vitamins

Answer 6

Helps vision
Helps immune system
Need small amounts
Example : dairy, broccoli, eggs

Question 7

Water

Answer 7

Keeps us hydrated
Need it to stay healthy

Question 8

Fibre

Answer 8

Keeps bowel healthy
Lowers cholesterol
Example : nuts, wholemeal, vegetables