Food And Nutriton Flashcards
Source
Th food a nutrient is stored in
Function
The job a nutrient has in the body
Diet
The food we eat
Nutrient
A substance found in food
Deficiency
Not getting enough of a nutrient
Excess
Getting to much of a nutrient
Food
Anything we eat or drink
Nutrition
The study of food and its effects on our body
Five main nutrients
Protien carbs minerals vitamins fats
How much water should a woman drink on a daily basis
1.6 L
How water should men drink on a daily basis
2.0 L
4 caues of dehydration
Vomiting and diahrrea Low fluid intake. Excessive sweating in high temperature.
Excessive sweating during excercise
4 symptoms of dehydration
Head ache. Thirst. Tiredness. Lack of concentration
Sources of water in food
Cucumber pineapple tomato watermelon orange
Functions of water
Helps get rid of waste products. Protects and lubricates joints Transports nutrients around the body
What foods are dietary fibres found in
Only plant foods