Nutrients Flashcards
Food sources of carbohydrates
Bread
Pasta
Potatoes
What does fats do
Key component of the cell membrane and protects your vital organs
Food sources of fats
Avocado
Olive oil
Almonds
Other nuts
What does protein do
Builds and maintains body cells
Food sources of protein
Egg
Nuts
Meats
What does water do
Transports oxygen through the blood and also gets rid of body waste
Food sources of water
Fruits
Vegetables
Tap water
What does iron do
Form the haem part of haemoglobin and is essential for carrying oxygen through blood
Food sources of iron
Red, lean meats
Eggs
Nuts
What does carbohydrates do?
Provides our body with fuel and turns it into energy
What do minerals do?
Minerals are needed for proper fluid balance, nerve transmission and muscle contraction
Food sources for minerals
Milk, fruits, vegetables, nuts, fish, eggs
What do vitamins do?
Vitamins are mainly used in your bodies metabolic process. Vitamins help the cells within your body to compete simple or complex tasks
Food sources of vitamins
Eggs, meat, fruits, vegetables, nuts, milk
