Nutrition Flashcards
1
Q
What are nutrients
A
Substances used by the body as fuel
2
Q
What are the 6 nutrients
A
Protien
Carbs
Fats
Vitamins
Minerals
Water
3
Q
Different types of carbs
A
Simple sugars
Starches
Fibre
4
Q
What are the three main type of fats
A
Saturated
Unsaturated
Trans fats
5
Q
What is vitamin k function and vitamin a function
A
K - blood clotting
A - vision
6
Q
vitamin b3 (niacin) function
A
Nervous system function
7
Q
Factors that affect eating and nutrition
A
Allergies
Culture
Finances
Illness
Religion
Food intolerances
