Nutrition 1

Question 1

4 ways diet can affect life

Answer 1

mood, energy lvl, ability to learn, immune system

Question 2

List the 6 essential nutrients

Answer 2

carbs, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, water

Question 3

List 4 functions of nurtients

Answer 3

energy, repair body, regulate processes, sustain life

Question 4

What are carbs?

Answer 4

energy giving nurtients, main source of energy for the body

Question 5

What are proteins?

Answer 5

nurtients that build & repair the body

Question 6

What are fats?

Answer 6

nurtients used for energy storage

Question 7

2 types of carbs & their functions:

Answer 7

Simpe - quick burst of energy
Complex - long term energy storage

Question 8

Function of fiber in the body?

Answer 8

helps with digestion by eliminating waste from the body

Question 9

Main function of fats?

Answer 9

to store energy

Question 10

2 types of fats:

Answer 10

saturated (considered unhealthy) & unsaturated (good fat)

Question 11

List 3 function of fats:

Answer 11

cusions the body’s organs, helps vitamin mineral absorption, building blocks for hormones

Question 12

Excess protein is stored in the body as what?

Answer 12

as fat

Question 13

Protein comes from which 2 sources?

Answer 13

plants & animals