Health And Lifestyle Flashcards
What is lipase
A enzyme that breaks down lipids
What is protease
A enzyme that breaks down protein
What is amylaze
A enzyme that breaks down starch
What is carbohydrase
A enzyme that breaks down carbohydrates
What are the 7 nutrients groups
Carbohydrates Protein Fats and oils Minerals Vitamins Fibre Water
What are carbohydates used for
Energy
What are Proteins used for
Growth and repair
What are fats used for
Energy reserve
What are minerals used for
The keep your bodies healthy e.g strengthen the bones
What are vitamins used for
Vitamin A is for the eyes. Vitamin C is for repair/immune. Vitamin D is for healthy bone etc.
What is fibre used for
Helps move food through our intestines
What us Water used for
Hydration
Where is carbohydrates found
Bread cereal pasta rice came potatoes
Where is protein found
Egg meat fish nuts dairy milk
Where is fats found
Butter cakes red meat cheese crisps