Food Wheel Flashcards
Protein does what?
Helps with rapid growth
Carbohydrates do what?
It gives energy to grow and carry out activities. There are 2 types of carbohydrates starch and sugar
Fat does what?
Fat provides energy
What does calcium do?
Grows and strengthens bones and teeth
What does Iron do?
Produces enough red blood cells ( especially during rapid growth) and to boost your brain power
Vitamin C does what?
Builds a strong immune system ( this protects you from infection)
Dietary fibre does what?
To prevent constipation
What is water not
Water is not a nutrient
What does water do
Improves concentration and hydrates your body
How much water should you drink
6-8 glasses per day
Dietary fibre prevents____________ and _____________.
Constipation Diarrhea
HE stands for____________ _________
Home economics
We break down food to receive it’s _____________
Nutrients
We need ___________ to live
Water
Water doesn’t have any ____________
Nutrients