Test 19/3/24 Flashcards
What are the names of the 2 types of nutrients?
Macronutrients and Micronutrients
What are the 3 macronutrients that are essential to health?
- carbohydrates
- fat
- protein
What are the 2 types of micronutrients?
Vitamins and Minerals
Micronutrients are measured in…?
Mg (milligrams) and ug (micrograms)
Carbohydrates provide_______kcal per 1g. They are needed to provide the body with d____, e______ and d______ f____.
3.75, dietary, energy, dietary fiber
Protein provides ___ kcal of energy per 1g. It is needed for the_____________________________________.
4, growth repair and renewal of cells
What is an example of and Animal Protein
Eggs, fish, cheese, prawns, meat and poultry and milk
What is an example of Plant based protein?
Quorn, nuts, lentils, kidney beans, seeds, pulses, soya milk and soya products
Fat provides____kcal per 1g. It is needed for_______. It also provides the ___________________________and it _____________ and _______ the body.
9, energy, fat-soluble vitamins A D E K, keeps our body warm, protects
What is an example of saturated fat?
Meat, butter, lard and cheese.
What is an example of unsaturated fat?
Olive oil, nuts, seeds and oily fish
Vitamins can be divided into ___ and _____ soluble
Fat, water
Vitamin A is a ___ soluble. It is needed for ____________ and to _______________. It is found in:
Fat, healthy skin, resist infection, Liver, whole milk, dark leafy greens, veg, carrots and orange coloured fruits except oranges
Vitamin D is a ___ soluble. It is needed for _______________ and to help the absorption of calcium. It is found in:
Fat, strong bones and teeth, oily fish, meat, eggs, fortified breakfast cereals, spreads and sunshine
