micronutrients

Question 1

What are micronutrients?

Answer 1

nutrients we need to have in our diet in small quantities

Question 2

Why are minerals and vitamins important?

Answer 2

• maintain a good health and are found in the food we eat - some more than others
• our body can store them however some cannot which is why we need to eat a fresh supply everyday

Question 3

What other factors is it important for in the body?

Answer 3

• help with the immune system
• help with general health and growth

Question 4

Where are minerals and vitamins found?

Answer 4

• vitamins = fresh fruit and veg
• minerals = meat and veg

Question 5

Why is vitamin D important and where is it found?

Answer 5

• found in dairy foods like milk, cheese, egg
• helps the body to absorb the mineral calcium

Question 6

Where is Calcium found and what does it do?

Answer 6

• found in dairy foods
• keeps bones strong which leads to less chance of osteoperosis and less likely fracture a bone or get injured.

Question 7

What does water and fibre do?

Answer 7

WATER AND FIBRE ARE NOT MICRONUTRIENTS
- prevents dehydration and found in most liquids and food.
- fibre aids the digestive system like ceral, veg and nuts.