Nutrition Flashcards
1
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6 essential nutrients
A
Carbohydrates, Protein, Fats, Vitamins (A,D,E,K), Minerals (calcium, potassium, sodium) and Water
2
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What are carbohydrates?
A
Body preferred source of fuel
3
Q
What is Protein?
A
important for production, maintenance and repair of body tissue
4
Q
What are Fats?
A
Helps protect organs, keeps you warm and helps absorb nutrients
5
Q
What is Calcium?
A
Vital for healthy teeth and bones. Important for health and function of nerves + muscle tissue.
6
Q
What is water?
A
Used by body in all cells + organ + tissue to help regulate temp. and maintain other bodily functions.
7
Q
5 food groups
A
Grains (carbohydrates), dairy (calcium), Fruit (Carbohydrates,vitamins), Meat and high protein food (protein), vegetable (carbohydrate, fibre)
