Nutrients Flashcards
1
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Carbohydrates function(s)
A
main source of energy for the body
2
Q
Carbohydrates food sources
A
simple carbohydrates:
honey, mable syrup and all sugars
complex carbohydrates:
bread, noodles, potatoes, rice and yams
3
Q
proteins functions
A
grow, repair and maintain body cells
source of energy when theres a lack of carbohydrates and fat intake
4
Q
proteins fd sources
A
animal sources:
eggs, fish, meat, milk and prawns
plant sources:
beans, nuts, peas and seeds
5
Q
fats functions
A
keep body warm by preventing heat loss from body
protect internal organs by covering them with fat
6
Q
fats functions
A
animal fats:
butter, ghee, lard
vegetables fats:
canola oil, corn oil, olive oil, peanut oil, soya bean oil and sunflower oil