Unit 2 Test Flashcards
define nutrient
a substance that provides nourishment essential for growth and the maintenance of life
what are the six major nutrients
carbohydrates, fats, protein, minerals, vitamins, water
what are the functions of carbs
most important source of energy. stored in your body for future energy and is used as a primary source for energy above all other nutrients
what are the two types of carbs
simple and complex
what are some examples of simple carbs
sugar, fruit, etc (bad?)
what are some examples of complex carbs
pasta, bread, etc (good?)
what are some examples of carbs
cereals, breads, rice, fruits, vegetables
what are the functions of fats
highly concentrated sources of energy. stored source of energy if your body doesn’t get enough carbohydrates
saturated fats
are bad and solid at room temp (eg. butter)
unsaturated fats
are good and liquid at room temp (eg. oil)
what are some examples of fats
dairy products, butter, fatty meats, nuts and seeds
what are the functions of protein
builds muscles, skin and hair. may be used for energy if your body doesn’t have enough carbs or fat
what are some examples of protein
eggs, cheese, lean meat
what are the functions of minerals
needed for growth and maintenance of the body. certain parts of the bodies need minerals (eg. calcium for bones). minerals dont provide energy because they dont have calories
what are some examples of minerals
milk, cereals, meats, green vegetables.
Normally get minerals from plants and animals that eat plants. plants store minerals they get from soil and water