U1AOS2 Nutrition Flashcards
Nutrients are…
substances in food that assist with the maintenance of life and for growth
The groups of Nutrients include…
Carbohydrates
Fats
Protein
Vitamins
Minerals
Water
Fats are important for…
the development of cell membranes
Carbohydrates are important for…
energy production
Proteins are important for…
building, maintaining and repairing body cells
Water is important for…
- hydration
- chemical reactions
- digestion
There are 4 groups of fats…
- mono-unsaturated
- poly-unsaturated
- trans fats
- saturated fats
Carbohydrates can be found in…
- rice
- pasta
- potatoes
Fats can be found in…
- avocado
- nuts
- salmon
Proteins can be found in…
- lean red meat
- chicken
- eggs
The Mineral Calcium can be found in…
- dairy foods (milk, cheese)
- green leafy vegetable
Water can be found in…
- pure form
- watermelon
- pineapple
The Mineral Iron is important for…
carrying the oxygen in blood
The Mineral Sodium is important for…
balancing fluids inside and outside of body cells
The Mineral Calcium is important for…
building hard tissue like bones and teeth
