Nutrients 🦄 Flashcards

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What is definition of a nutrient?

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A substance that provides nourishment essential for the maitenance of the life processes

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What does protein do?

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It helps grow muscles and helps to repair the body

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What does starchy carbohydrates do

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Long term energy

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What does calcium (mineral) do

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Help build strong bones and teeth

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What do lipids do?

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Help with moving and storing energy, absorbing vitamins and body insulation

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What do fibres do?

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They help keep the digestive system healthy

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What do sugary carbohydrates do?

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Release short term energy

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What are the life processes

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Movement
Resperation
Sensitivity

Growth
Reproduction
Excretion
Nutrition

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What foods do you find protein in?

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Meat, eggs

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What foods do you find carbohydrates in?

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Bread, pasta, chips, crisps, cereal, etc

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What foods do you find vitamins and minerals in?

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Fruit, veg, red meat

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What food do you find fibres in?

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Cereal, fruits, vegetables, oats, bread, pasta

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What is the function of proteins in our diet?

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They help build muscles and are used for growth amd repair

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What is the function of carbohydrates in our diet?

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They help store energy for short term or long term usage

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