nutrition Flashcards
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BUILD
milk products and meat products are required to build muscle.
PROTEIN
builds body tissue and assists in growth and repair.
plants: beans and soya
CALCIUM
helps build bones and teeth helps blood clotting.
all green veggies
MAGNESIUM
muscle contraction energy metabolism bone formation.
nuts green leafy veggies.
IRON
needed for the formation of red blood cells.
VITAMIN B
enables the body to use the energy in food.
REGULATE AND PROTECT
fruits, fiber, and vegetables are needed to protect and regulate the stomach.
CARBOHYDRATES
(sugar and fiber) sugar provides heat and energy and fiber helps with digestion and proper was elimination.
VITAMIN A
helps with growth and promotes healthy eyes.
orange and yellow fruits
VITAMIN E
good for the skin and keeps the body’s cells healthy.
green leafy things oils
VITAMIN K
helps with blood clotting strengthens bones.
ENERGY
cereal and starch products helps with energy
CARBOHYDRATES
starch provides heat and energy and fibre helps with digestion and proper wast elimination.
IRON
needed for formation of red blood cells.
VITAMIN B
enables the body to use the energy in the food.