Food Flashcards

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What does sugar/glucose do?

Give examples

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Supplies fast source of energy

E.g. Fruit, honey, chocolate

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What does protein do? Give examples

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Builds muscle, strengthens hair and nails

E.g. Lean meat, eggs, nuts, soya and fish

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Starch, what does it do?

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Supplies a slow release energy

E.g. Potatoes, pastas and bread

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Fats, what do they do? Give examples

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To provide a second store of energy and to insulate the body

E.g. Fast food, chips, oils and cheese

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What does cellulose do? Give examples

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Prevents constipation

E.g. Green vegetables and cereals

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Give the two vitamins learned in biology

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Vitamin c

Vitamin d

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What does vitamin c do and what is it found in?

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Healthy skin and gums

E.g. Oranges, other citrus fruits

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What does vitamin d do and what is it found in?

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Strong bones and teeth

E.g. Milk, the sun

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