Diet And Nutrition Flashcards
7 components of a healthy diet
carbs, protein, fat, fibre, vitamins, minerals and water
3 examples of carbohydrates
Milk
Potatoes
Bread
3 examples of lipids
Oily fish
Olives
Corn
3 examples of protein
Milk
Beef
Nuts
Function of carbs in living organishms
They’re the body’s primary source of energy and the brain’s preferred energy source
Function of lipids in a living organism
help with moving and storing energy, absorbing vitamins and making hormones.
Function of proteins in living organisms
Provides energy and helps repair bones
2 sources of vitamin A
Carrots and broccoli
2 sources of vitamin c
Citrus fruits
Brussel sprouts
2 sources of vitamin D
Fatty fish and fish liver oils
2 sources of calcium
Cheese
Bread
2 sources of iron
Liver
Red meat
2 sources of dietary fibres
Fruit and veg
2 sources of water
Water and cucumber