Sci- food 🐫 Flashcards
what is a carbohydrate and what is its function
Carbohydrates are starchy foods such as bread and pasta. They are our main source of energy
what is a lipid and what is its function
Lipids are things such as fats and oils. They give us fat- soluble vitamins and essential fatty acids.
what is a protein and what are its functions
Proteins are foods such as egg, meat, dairy, nuts and seeds. They are our main structural material and help build and repair muscles, bones and tissue
what are vitamins and minerals and what are its functions
They allow biochemicals processes to happen in our bodies
what does water do for our body
helps transport nutrients around the body, excrete waste and control body temperatures
what is fibre (roughage) and what does it do for us
lentils, avocado and leady greens are all high in fibre. Fibre helps provide bulk in our digestive system and prevents constipation.
what is a deficiency
a nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not get or absorb the required amount of nutrients from food.
what are the cause and symptoms of kwashiorkor
Deficiency of protein.
symptoms:
fatigue, growth failure, swelling, loss of muscle mass
what are the cause and symptoms of scurvy
Deficiency of vitamin c
symptoms:
aching arms and legs, red or blue spots on the skin, bruising easily, swollen and bleeding gums
what are the cause and symptoms of rickets
deficiency of vitamin d
symptoms:
muscle cramps, bone fractures, pains in the bones, stunted growth
name 3 foods that the body uses to help make new cells
pomegranate
broccoli
kale
why carbohydrates rather than oils are the main source of energy for humans.
The glucose from carbs is converted into the energy your brain and muscles need to function
2 foods needed for healthy teeth and bones
milk and cheese
why do we need vitamin c
to form blood vessels, cartilage, muscle and collagen in bones
why do we need vitamin d
For good bones
