Nutrition Keywords Flashcards
What is Protein made up of?
a macronutrient made up of amino acids
What is the function of Protein?
- growth and repair
- maintains body cells and tissues
What does Protein produce?
enzymes and hormones
What are good sources of Protein?
meats and leafy green vegetables
What is Calcium?
a micronutrient
What is Calcium essential for?
growth of strong bones and teeth
When concerning young children, why is Calcium important?
nerves and muscles working efficiently
What is the function of Calcium?
- growing teeth and bones
- blood clotting
What is a good source of Calcium?
dairy, fish bones, green vegetables, seeds and nuts
What is Vitamin A?
fat, soluble vitamin
What is Vitamin A needed for?
growth and development, healthy eyesight, internal lining of body organs
What is a good source of Vitamin A?
liver, dairy, fruit and veg, oily fish
What is Vitamin D needed for, in a pair with which nutrient?
with Calcium it is needed to maintain strong bones and teeth
What can lack of Vitamin D cause?
rickets, osteoporosis
What is a good source of vitamin D?
dairy, liver, cereals, oily fish
