Nutrient Functions

Question 1

Protein

Answer 1

Growth and repair. Regulates body process. Transports substances throughout the body.

Question 2

Carbohydrates

Answer 2

Energy production. Creates protein-sparing actions. Gives sweetness and flavour to foods.

Question 3

Fibre

Answer 3

Satisfies hunger, promotes bowel health. Controls blood glucose levels, lowers blood cholesterol.

Question 4

Water

Answer 4

Controls body temperature, form of transportation in the body. Important component of chemical reaction that occur in the body.

Question 5

Vitamin D

Answer 5

Helps maintain blood levels of calcium and phosphorus absorption and use in bone growth and development.

Question 6

Calcium

Answer 6

Growth of bones, mineralisation of teeth, regular heart beat, blood clotting, nerve transmission, muscle contraction.

Question 7

Phosphorus

Answer 7

Mineralisation of bones, enables energy production by transporting substances across cell membranes. Synthesis of of protein assists in muscle contraction by being part of body fluid balance.

Question 8

Sodium

Answer 8

Fluid Balance in body tissues, nerve and muscle function

Question 9

Fats

Answer 9

Source of energy, protects body organs, provides warmth aiding in body temperature regulation, helps absorb and move nutrients around the body, involved in hormone reproduction.

Question 10

Saturated fats

Answer 10

Don’t contain double bonds in their chemical structure, associated with many chronic diseases. Can be made by the body.

Question 11

Trans Fats

Answer 11

More adverse effects on cardiovascular health than saturated fats. (Bad)

Question 12

Monounsaturated Fats

Answer 12

Lowers LDL levels, without lowering HDL

Question 13

Polyunsaturated Fats

Answer 13

Omega 3 and 6 are fatty acids. 2 types of Omega 6, essential for growth, cell structure & maintaining healthy immune system. Omega 3, regulates blood pressure and blood clotting & assists in brain and spinal cord function.