Nutrition Flashcards
5 food groups
MEATS DAIRY FRUITS/VEGGIES BREAD/PASTA/ETC FATS
Food contains ____________ known as _______ that perform several different _______ within the body
Food contains ESSENTIAL DIETARY FACTORS known as NUTRIENTS that perform several different FUNCTIONS within the body
3 sources of energy
IN ORDER
1- Carbohydrates
2- Fat
3- protein
Which nutrient helps to heal & grow
PROTEIN
Meat/poultry/eggs
2 kinds of carbohydrates
SIMPLE SUGARS
COMPLEX CARBOHYDRATES
What is PROTEINS made of
Amino acids
Define
SATURATED FATS
Animal source (SOLID)
Linked to INCREASE cholesterol level
Define
UNSATURATED FATS
Vegetable sources (LIQUID)
Reduces cholesterol level
What chemical reaction is needed to live
METABOLISM
What is your body’s solvent (%)
Water (60%)
Define basal metabolism
Energy within body for when sleeping
HEART, RESPIRATION
How many JOULES (J) are in 1 Cal
4,000 J
Average teen girl calories p/day
1,800 - 2,400
Average calories needed for boy per day
2,200 - 3,200