Nutrition Terms Flashcards
1
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Amino Acids
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Building blocks of protein
2
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Calcium
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Mineral found in bones and milk
3
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Calories
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Unit of energy in food
4
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Carbohydrates
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One of the main types of nutrients
5
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Cholesterol
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Waxy, fatty substance found in the cells of the body
6
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Dehydration
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Condition that happens when you don’t drink enough water
7
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Electrolytes
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Minerals in body fluids that help you when dehydrated
8
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Fatty Acid
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Components of fats that is used by the body for energy
9
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Fiber
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Substance in plants
10
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Gluten
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Protein found in wheat, rye, and barley
11
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Glucose
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Main sugar in the body
12
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HDL
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high density lipoproteins
13
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LDL
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Low density lipoproteins bad cholesterol
14
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Metabolism
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Process your body uses to get or make energy by breaking down food
15
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Nutrient
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Chemical compounds used to maintain good health
