Nutrition Flashcards
1
Q
Why are carbohydrates important ?
A
fuel for your body
2
Q
Why are lipids important ?
A
store of energy
3
Q
Why are protein important ?
A
growth and repair
4
Q
Why are vitamins important ?
A
keeps you healthy
5
Q
Why are minerals important ?
A
keeps you healthy
6
Q
Why are dietary fibre important /
A
helps food move through your digestive system
7
Q
What is a balanced diet ?
A
eating food containing the right nutrients in the correct amounts
