health first test vocab Flashcards

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Nutrients

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substances that your body needs to work and grow well.

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Proteins

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nutrients needed for building body cells and repairing damaged cells.

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3
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Fats

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nutrients that provide the body with energy and carry certain vitamins into the blood.

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4
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Vitamins

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nutrients from living things that control activities of cells and of the body in general.

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5
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Balanced Diet

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a variety of foods in meals and snacks in amounts that provide the nutrients needed to stay healthy.

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6
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Food Guide Pyramid

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a chart showing the number of daily servings from each of the five food groups needed for a balanced diet.

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7
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Serving

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a single portion of food.

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8
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Dietary Guidelines

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suggestions for making healthful food choices that can lower your risk of disease.

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9
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Cholesterol

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a soft, waxy substance in all your body cells.

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