H.E Flashcards
Vitamin A
normal vision, the immune system, reproduction, and growth and development.
Vitamin B
help the body to use the energy-yielding nutrients (such as carbohydrates, fat and protein) for fu
Vitamin C
helping to protect cells and keeping them healthy.
Vitamin D
helps regulate the amount of calcium and phosphate in the body
Vitamin E
important to vision, reproduction, and the health of your blood, brain and skin.
Iron
essential in making hemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells. These red blood cells help carry oxygen throughout your body.
2 types of carbohydrates
Sugary and starchy
Carbohydrate
Provides body with energy
Protein
Helps muscle growth and repair
Dietry
Fiber
Helps pass waste
Vegtables
are a good source of vitamins and minerals, including folate, vitamin C and potassium
Calcium
Helps grow and repair bones
Vitamins A source
Leafy green vegtables, tomatoes, red pepper
Vitamn B source
Peas, nuts, liver, breakfast cereal
Vitamin C source
Peppers, strawberries blackcurrants, citrus fruit