Energy And Nutritional Requirements Flashcards
Four nutrients that provide energy.
- protein
- starch
- lipids
- sugar
Three nutrients that DO NOT provide energy.
- fibre
- vitamins
- minerals
What is your BMR rate? (3 points)
It means Basal Metabolic Rate
Rate at which your body uses ENERGY to MAINTAIN basic body functions when completely at REST.
Define metabolism.
A chemical process in the body that maintains life
Give five reasons why we need energy.
- muscle movement
- renewal and maintenance of body tissues
- growth
- maintain temp
- carry out bodily functions
Name the five food groups
- cereals and cereal products
- fruit and veggies
- milk and milk products
- meat and meat alternatives
- fats and oils
Carbohydrates (starch and fibre) is the main nutrient of which group and why do we need it?
- cereals and cereal products
- starch provides energy
- fibre stimulates bowel movement
Vitamin C is part of which group? And why is it useful to us?
- fruit and veggies
- formation and maintenance of connective tissue
- wound healing
- increases immune system
Vit. A is part of which group? Why is it useful?
- fruit and veggies
- healthy skin
- good vision
- immune system
Calcium belongs to which group? Why is it useful?
- milk
- strong bones and teeth
Protein is part of which TWO groups? Why is it useful?
- MEAT and milk
- essential for growth and maintenance
Lipids belongs to which group? Why are they useful?
- fats and oils
- warmth
- energy
- building cells
