Food And Nutriton

Question 1

What are Nutrients?

Answer 1

They are substances that the body needs to.

1. Regulate bodily functions
2. Promote growth
3. Repair body tissues
4. Obtain energy

Question 2

What is the process by which the body takes in and uses these nutrients is called?

Answer 2

Nutrition

Question 3

Six classes of Nutrients

Answer 3

1. Carbohydrates
2. Fats
3. Protein
4. Vitamins
5. Minerals
6. Water

Question 4

Carbs,Fats,Protein=?

Vitamins,Minerals,Water=?

Answer 4

Sources of energy.

Help perform essential functions.

Question 5

What are the two types of Carbohydrates and what are examples of them?

Answer 5

Complex-starches and fibers

Simple- aka Sugars

Question 6

What is an excellent source of fuel(energy) for the body?

Answer 6

Fiber

Question 7

Fiber is the plant material that doesn’t ____________when you digest food.

Answer 7

break down

Question 8

Fats function in the body?

Answer 8

1. Provide energy
2. Form your cells
3. Maintain body temperature
4. Protect your nerves

Question 9

Two types of Fats and what they do..?

Answer 9

Saturated Fat-Fats that are usually solid at room temperature-too much= high cholesterol
Unsaturated Fat: Fats that are liquid at room temperature.

Question 10

2 types of unsaturated fat…?

Answer 10

Polyunsaturated and Monounsaturated

Question 11

Protein functions in the body

Answer 11

Provides energy

Helps to build, maintain, and repair body