Nutrients Flashcards

(11 cards)

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What are nutrients?

A

Nutrients are chemicals found in food

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2
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What are the 6 main nutrients?

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Carbohydrates
Vitamins 
Water 
Lipids
Protein
Minerals
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3
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What does carbohydrates do?

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Carbohydrates give us energy

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What do Proteins do?

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Proteins allow growth ,and repair body tissue.

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What do Lipids (Fats) do?

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They provide energy and insulation (keeps us warm)

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What do Vitamins do?

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Vitamin C is healthy for skin and gums

Vitamin D is for strong bones and teeth

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7
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What do the minerals (calcium and iron) do?

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Iron helps to make red blood cells

Calcium is needed for healthy bones and teeth

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What is a balanced diet?

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A balanced diet is making sure you have all the nutrients in a certain amount.

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What are enzymes?

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Enzymes are biological catalysts that speed up the rate of digestion.

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What are digestive enzymes?

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Digestive enzymes speed up the breakdown of proteins, carbohydrates and lipids (fats). Digestive enzymes are made in the pancreas.

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What are Carbohydrase enzymes?

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Carbohydrase enzymes break down carbohydrates into simple sugars

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