Organic Nutrients Flashcards
1
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Carbohydrates
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C,H2,O- They are the main source of energy.
Monosaccharides & Disaccharides are soluble in water.
Polysaccharides are insoluble are water.
2
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Protein
A
C,H,O,N- Amino Acids are the basic building blocks of protein.
There main function is growth and development .
Proteins can be enzymes.
3
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Lipids fats & oils
A
Fats and oils are insoluble in water. They are a back up energy for starch. It also insulates the body
4
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Vitamins
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Vitamins supplement macro-nutrients and help build the immune system
Some are water solube- C,Bs
Others Fat Soluble- A,D,E,K