DT10 Nutrion Flashcards
Deine Nutriotion
Sciecnce that studies food and how it affects our bodies and overall health
explain how nutrients are consumed absorbed and stored.
List 3 indications of healthy eating.
Healthy hair and skin, reduced susceptibility to disease, healthy cholesterol levels.
Protein, fat , carbohydrates , vitamins, minerals , water
. List 3 indications of poor nutrition.
Lack of energy, inadequate diet, lack of physical activity
. List 3 barriers to healthy eating.
Cost of healthy eating, lack of time to prepare food, stress low motivation to eat well.
List the 4 Canada Guidelines for healthy eating
Have plenty of vegetables and fruit
,eat protein foods,
choose whole grain foods,
make water drink choice.
. What drink is recommended by the Canada Guidelines?
water
What do the Canada Guidelines state about the consumption of highly processed foods?
Consumption of highly processed food should be limited.
Explain what is meant by “Healthy eating is more than the foods you eat”
Being mindful of eating habits, cook more often, enjoy your food, eat meals with others
Nutrients are___ which are required for____ body functions.
oraganic substances
regulating body functions.
The 6 essential nutrients are:
Protein, fat , carbohydrates , vitamins, minerals , water
. What are the 4 macronutrient
Which does the body need more of?
and the 2 micronutrients? Which does the body need more of?
1. Protein 2. Fat 3. Carbohydrates 4. Water
Macro (body neds more of)
role of Proteins
Promote growth, maintenance, and repair of body tissues
role of fat
- Used for energy, and help the body to absorb vitamins
role of carbohydrates
E. - Main source of energy for body (Easily absorbed and converted to energy)
