prt 2 Flashcards
functions of nutrients
energy production, blood, dev of hard & soft tissue
macro nutrients
absorbed by body & used as source of energy
bad fats
saturated, trans
good fats
monounsaturated, polyunsaturated
micro nutrients
vitamins A, B, C, D, K & minerals
vitamin A
needed for cell division
what is vitamin A found in
Raw carrots, sweet potatoes, squash
vitamin c
Important for structure of tissues & is required for building collagen
what is vitamin c found in
Kiwi fruit, broccoli, oranges
vitamin d
absorbs calcium & phosphorus from intestine into bloodstream
what is vitamin d found in
Fish, cheese, egg yoke
folate (B9)
aids in multiplication of cells
what is folate (B9) found in
citrus fruit, green leafy vegetables, eggs
calcium
Hard tissue formation, which promotes bone health
what is calcium found in
Dairy products, green leafy vegetables, sardines