Nutrients Flashcards
1
Q
What is a carbohydrate?
A
the body’s main source of energy
2
Q
What does carbohydrates do?
A
- important form of nutrient is dietary fibre
- insoluble fibre promotes regular bowel movements and MAY lower risk of colon cancer
- soluble fibre may reduce blood cholesterol
3
Q
examples of carbohydrates?
A
wheat(pasta), grains(rice), meat, vegetables(pasta)
4
Q
What are fats?
A
a source of energy
5
Q
What do fats do?
A
- moderate amount needed to perform important body funtions like transporting nutrients
- essential fatty acids promotes healthy skin and normal cell growth, and transports vitamins A D E K
- protects vital organs (heart, liver)body fat is built in part from nutrient fats
- help you feel fuller longer
6
Q
Examples of fats?
A
nuts, sugar, eggs, oil, cheese, meat->fish
7
Q
What are proteins?
A
a source of energy
8
Q
What do proteins do?
A
- help build, repair, and maintain body tissue
- help body grow
- major role in fighting disease
9
Q
Examples of proteins?
A
meat beans nuts eggs tofu peanut butter vegetables quinoa
10
Q
What are vitamins?
A
regulate vital body processes
11
Q
What do vitamins do?
A
- help carbohydrates, fats, proteins do their job
- keep body tissues healthy
- protect body cells and immune system from harmful chemicals
- may protect against illnesses such as heart disease and cancer
- help prevent birth defects
12
Q
Examples of vitamins?
A
fruits,vegetables, meat
13
Q
What are minerals?
A
help the body function
14
Q
What do minerals do?
A
- build body cells and tissues
- build strong bones and teeth
- prevent osteoporosis
15
Q
Examples of minerals?
A
fruit, salt, spices, vegetables, meat
