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Food
Term | Definition |
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Photosynthesis | Plants make food from sunlight in this process |
Protein | is needed for growth and repair of cells and to make muscles and hair. |
Fat | Provides insulation and a store of energy |
Vitamins | are needed for all sorts of reasons. C and D are important |
Scurvy | is caused by a lack of vitamin C |
Vitamin D | is needed to build strong bones and teeth |
lack of vitamin D | causes rickets |
Vitamin D foods | Milk yogurt and cheeses |
Iron | is needed to make red bloodcells |
anaemia | is caused by a lack of iron |
green food and red meat | are high in iron |
calcium | is needed for healthy bones and teeth |
Anaemia | is caused by a lack of iron |
water | The human body is two thirds water |
carbohydrates | are our primary source of energy |
Sugar & Starch | are needed to provide energy |
Cellulose | to prevent constipation |