Nutrition and Food Security Flashcards
the science that interprets the interaction of
nutrients and other substances food in relation
to maintenance, growth, reproduction, health
and disease of an organism.
NUTRITION
carbohydrates, fats, proteins, fibers, and
water. what classification of essential nutrients?
Macronutrients
minerals and vitamins. what classification of essential nutrients?
Micronutrients
consumed in mainly large amount
Macronutrients
required mostly small in amount
Micronutrients
foods that contain a lot of protein/ or rich in protein
BODY- BUILDING FOODS/ GROWING FOODS
contain a lot of fat and carbohydrates
ENERGY- GIVING FOODS
most important, rich with vitamins or minerals
PROTECTIVE FOODS
energy- giving foods
CARBOHYDRATES
provide energy in the form of calories that the body
needs to be able to work, and to support other
functions
CARBOHYDRATES
usually in the form of glucose
CARBOHYDRATES
usually stored in the muscles and the liver
CARBOHYDRATES
For growth and immune functions
PROTEINS
play an important role in making essential hormones
and enzymes, in tissue repair, preserving lean muscle
mass, and supplying energy in times when
carbohydrates are not available.
PROTEINS
not good for a person’s health.
Saturated fats
healthy fats
Unsaturated fats
concentrated sources of energy and so are important nutrients for young children who needs a lot of energy rich food
FATS AND
OILS
make meals a lot more tasty
FATS AND
OILS
For the body to make cells and fluids such as tears, digestive juices
and breastmilk
WATER
For the body to make sweat for cooling itself
WATER
For essential body processes
WATER
For keeping the lining of the mouth, intestine, eyelids and lungs
wet and healthy
WATER