Nutrients in food Flashcards
What are 3 sources of protein
Eggs milk yoghurt
What are the 5 functions of protein (THE AGE)
Transportation, Hormones, Enzymes, Antibodies, Growth and repair and Energy
What is the function transportation ?
Transports O2 around the body
What is the function of Hormones?
Involved in the creation of hormones
What is the function Enzymes ?
Increases rate of chemical reaction in the body
What is the function Antibodies ?
Prevent infection and disease by destroying antigens and bacteria
What is the function of Growth and repair ?
Development of body tissues
What is the function of Energy
A secondary source of energy
What are 6 sources of carbohydrates
Potatoes, rice. bread, pasta, sweets, cakes and sugary drinks
What are the 6 functions of carbohydrates ?
Provides energy, uses enzymes, provides furl, enables fast metabolism, prevents protein from being used as energy and is a preferred source of energy.
What is the function of providing energy ?
For the nervous system and brain
What is the function of using enzymes ?
Amylase breaks down carbohydrates into glucose which is used for energy
What is the function of providing fuel
For the nervous system
What is the function of a preferred source of energy
Fuels muscle contraction and biological work
Name 4 sources of fats
Meat, fish, cooking oils and bakes goods
Name the 4 functions of fats (PIES)
Protects, a backup energy, insulates the body, and has soluble vitamins
What is the function of protection
Protects the vital organs
What is the function of insulating the body
Fat cells stored in Adipose tissue insulates the body and helps sustain a normal body temp
What is the function of a backup energy
When carbohydrates aren’t available, 1g of fat has 9 calories which is double the amount of calories from carbohydrates and proteins
What is the function of the soluble vitamins
Some vitamins rely on fat for absorption and storage. Vitamin A,D,E and K called fat soluble vitamins cannot function an adequate daily fat intake.
