Nutrients Flashcards

1
Q

Protein

A

Growth and Repair

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2
Q

Carbohydrates

A

Sugar - Energy (quick release)
Starch - Energy (slow release)
Dietary fibre - healthy digestion

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3
Q

Vitamin A

A

Eyes

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4
Q

Vitamin D

A

Help absorption of calcium

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5
Q

Vitamin E

A

Antioxidant

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6
Q

Vitamin K

A

Helps blood clot

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7
Q

Vitamin B-group

A

Helps release of energy from food

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8
Q

Vitamin C

A

Helps absorption of iron

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9
Q

Calcium

A

Bones

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10
Q

Iron

A

Blood

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11
Q

Fats

A

Saturated - heat and energy

Polyunsaturated - heart health, brain development

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