Nutrition Flashcards
What are proteins?
its necessary for the bodys maintenance growth and repair.
Where are animal proteins found in?
Meat, fish, eggs and cheese.
Where are vegetable protiens found in?
Peas, beans, nuts, and some grains.
What are the three types of fats?
Saturated, monounsatured, polyunsatured.
What can saturated fats cause?
Bad cholestrol
What fats can decrease levels of bad cholestrol?
Mono & polyunsatured fats
What is a major source of energy for the body?
Carbohydrates
Where are starches found in?
breads, potatoes sugars and pastas.
What are some sources of saturated fats?
meats, shellfish, eggs, milk, and milk products.
What are some sources of monosaturated fats?
olives, olive oil, almonds, cashews, brazil nuts, and avocaodes.
What is something that fiber helps with?
Helps the large intestine carry away waste matter.
What are some sources of polyunsaturated fats?
corn oil, flaxseed oil, pumpkin seed oil, safflower oil, soybean oil, sunflower oil.
The body loses how many pints of water a day?
Four pints
Lack of water can cause?
dehydration, muscle cramps, dizziness,
What are some necessary minerals?
Iron,Zinc, calcium, magneisum, and sodium chloride.