nutrition Flashcards
science vocab words (16 cards)
Nutrition
the process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth
carbohydrates
the primary energy source for the human body
fats
fats can be found in seeds,nuts,fruits,vegetables.
fiber
a thread or filament from which a vegetable tissue, mineral substance, or textile is formed.
proteins
primary nutrients for building muscles skin,hair,nails and internal organs.
glucose
a simple sugar which is an important energy source in living organisms and is a component of many carbohydrates.
vitamins
any of a group of organic compounds which are essential for normal growth and nutrition and are required in small quantities in the diet.
calories
a unit of measurement that quantifies the amount of energy available in a food source
minerals
essential chemical elements that the body needs to function properly.
nutrients
a substance that provides nourishment essential for growth and the maintenance of life.
Oils and Fats
0-1 Servings per day
dairy
2-3 Servings per day
proteins
2-3 serving per day
vegetable
4-3 serving per day
fruit
2-4 serving per day
grains
6 - 11 serving per day