nutrients Flashcards
1
Q
Protein
A
healthy muscles for good posture and figure silky hair and strong nails good red blood antibodies to fight disease normal growth each year repair of body tissues mental and physical alertness
2
Q
Fats
A
heat and energy for your body nourishment for nerve cells and glands smooth, moist skin support and protection of vital organs supply of vitamin A and D found in: butter and margarine nuts, mayonnaise, cream, egg yolks, fat meats
3
Q
Carbohydrates
A
Body heat and energy
normal weight and enough energy
for your activities
found in: breads, cereal groups, sugar, potatoes, candy, carrots
4
Q
Water
A
transportation of food to body cells
removal of waste from the body through perspiration and urination
cooling of the body to even temperature
lubrication of the moving parts of the body
found in: water, milk, soups, juices, ice cream
