PE Flashcards
macronutrients
a type of food (e.g. fat, protein, carbohydrate) required in large amounts in the diet. Contributes to the bulk of the energy needed.
micronutrients
vitamins and minerals needed by the body in very small amounts. Helps body fight diseases and function
carbohydrates
50% of our diet. Bodies preferred source of energy.
calories
how we measure food.
2500 kcal per day
2000 kcal per day
complex carbohydrate
made up of sugar molecules that are strung together in long, complex chains.
ex) starchy vegetables (white and sweet potatoes, peas, corn), legumes (beans, lentils), and whole grains
simple carbohydrate
table sugar, honey, fruit juice, and syrup
fats
25%
stores vitamins, used by body as energy.
unsaturated fat
olive oil, tuna, avocado
saturated fat
cheese, heavy cream, butter
Artificial trans fat
coconut oil, donuts, frozen pizza
protein
25%
builds and repairs muscles and tissues. Beef, chicken milk, eggs, cheese, nuts.
Everyday’ Foods
Foods that are filled with lots of nutrients
Sometimes’ Foods
Foods that are low in nutrients
High in calories, fats, sugar or salt
Eat the rainbow!