Food Groups Flashcards
Elements in carbohydrates
Carbon, hydrogen and oxygen
What are the simple sugars in carbs
Glucose, lactose
What does glucose do in the body
Provides energy rapidly
Complex sugars are made up of simple sugars
What are the complex sugars in carbs
Cellulose, glycogen and starch
What is cellulose for in the body
Great source of fibre helps food moving in the gut
Use of starch
Slow energy release
What is glycogen use for
Used up in liver for energy
Sources of carbs
Bread, rice, potatoes
Glycogen - red meat
Cellulose - plants
Lactose - milk
Glucose- sweets and chocolate
Why is protein needed in the body
Growth and repair of cells
Source of protein
Meat, fish, eggs, peas, beans
Uses of fats
Energy, insulates the body, protects vital organs
Sources of fats
Butter, fried food
Why is vitamin c and d needed
Maintains cell health
Strong bones and teeth
Sources of vitamin c and d
Citrus fruits oranges
Oily fish, sunlight
Uses of minerals like iron and calcium
Needed for making haemoglobin
Needed for strong bones and teeth
