Energy Use,Diet, Nutrition, Hydration Flashcards
The 7 components of a balanced diet
Carbohydrates Fats Proteins Vitamins Minerals Water Fibre
What are the 3 macronutrients
Carbohydrates
Fats
Proteins
Carbohydrates
Provide the body with energy
Complex carbohydrates
They provide a slow, long-lasting release of energy
Bananas, brown rice, whole meal bread, nuts, potatoes
Simple carbohydrates
Broken down quickly to be used as energy
Biscuits, cakes, sugars
Fats
Provide energy ; together with glycogen, helps the muscles to work.
(Butter, margarine, oils, bacon, cheese)
Where does the body get energy from
The body gets energy from food (glucose)
Food is mainly stored in the body as glucose
Where is glucose stored
Glucose is stored in muscles and the liver as glycogen
The micronutrients
Minerals
Vitamins
Benefits of vitamins
Good vision Good skin Red blood cell formation Healing Healthy bones and teeth Blood clotting
Vitamin A
For vision and helps to prevent night blindness
Milk, cheese, egg yolk, liver, carrot
Vitamin B1
Needed to release carbohydrates for working muscles
Whole grains, nuts and meat
Vitamin c
Helps healing, fights infection and helps to maintain the bones, teeth and gums
(Fruit and vegetables)
Vitamin D
Needed for absorption of calcium, for healthy bones
Milk, fish, liver, eggs, as well as sunshine
Vitamin E
Needed for growth and development
Vegetable oil, wholemeal bread and cereals
