Diet And Nutrition Flashcards

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7 components of a healthy diet

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carbs, protein, fat, fibre, vitamins, minerals and water

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3 examples of carbohydrates

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Milk
Potatoes
Bread

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3
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3 examples of lipids

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Oily fish
Olives
Corn

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3 examples of protein

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Milk
Beef
Nuts

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Function of carbs in living organishms

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They’re the body’s primary source of energy and the brain’s preferred energy source

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Function of lipids in a living organism

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help with moving and storing energy, absorbing vitamins and making hormones.

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Function of proteins in living organisms

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Provides energy and helps repair bones

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8
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2 sources of vitamin A

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Carrots and broccoli

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2 sources of vitamin c

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Citrus fruits
Brussel sprouts

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10
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2 sources of vitamin D

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Fatty fish and fish liver oils

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2 sources of calcium

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Cheese
Bread

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12
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2 sources of iron

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Liver
Red meat

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13
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2 sources of dietary fibres

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Fruit and veg

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2 sources of water

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Water and cucumber

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