Sac 2 Flashcards
Nutrients definition
Substances found in food that are required by the body for growth and maintenance of body systems.
What do cells use nutrients for ?
- energy production
- growth
- repair/ replacement of body cells
- regulation of body processes
Six essential nutrient categories
Fats Protein Carbohydrates Water Vitamins Minerals
What are macronutrients and example
- required in Hugh quantities
Example ; carbs, protein and fats
What are micro nutrients and example
Needed in smaller amounts
- vitamins and minerals
What is a complete protein and example of where it’s founds
Has all 9 essential amino acids
Found in animal products + soy
What are incomplete proteins
Do not have all essential amino acids
Example ; nuts , beans , rice
How many amino acids
22 total
9 essential
Functions of fats
- satiety (satisfied )
- insulation
- formation of cell membrane
- energy
“Good fats “
> mono-unsaturated
poly-unsaturated
HDL - high density lipids
“Bad fats”
> saturated
> trans ( man made)
Example of mono-unsaturated fats
Avocado
Olive oil
Example of poly unsaturated
Salmon
Walnuts
Saturated fats example
Meat
Cheese
Example of trans fats
Store bought cakes
Store bought pastries