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Ms. Osteen's Nutrients
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Calorie | A unit used to measure the energy used by the body and the energy that food supplies to the body. |
| Nutrients | Carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, water. |
| Proteins | Help the body build and repair and maintain tissues. |
| Carbohydrates | They provide the main source of energy and fiber. Starches are found in grains; sugars are found in fruit and milk. |
| Fats | They are a source of energy. They supply essential fatty acids for growth and healthy skin. |
| Vitamins | Substances needed in small quantities to help regulate body functions. They help your body use other nutrients, store and use energy, and fight infection. |
| Amino acids | The building blocks that make up proteins. |
| Complete proteins | Foods that are a good source of protein and contain all the essential amino acids. |
| Examples of complete proteins | Protein foods that come from animals; like, meat, fish, poultry, milk, cheese and eggs. |
| Incomplete proteins | Foods that are a good source of protein, but lack one or more of the essential amino acids. |
| Examples of incomplete proteins | Protein foods that come from plants; like, dry beans or nuts. |
| Fiber | Plant material that your body cannot digest. Helps your body eliminate waste. |
| Cholesterol | A waxy substance that comes from saturated animal fats. |
| Vitamin A | Helps eyes adjust to darkness and is found in dark green, leafy vegetables. |
| Vitamin C | Helps the body fight infection, helps wounds heal, helps keep gums healthy. |
| Vitaimin K | Helps blood to clot. |
| Minerals | Elements needed in small amounts for sturdy bones and teeth, healthy blood, and regular elimination of body wastes. |
| Calcium | Helps build strong, healthy teeth and bones. |
| Iron | It is an essential component of blood. Women need about twice as much as men do. |
| Water | Regulates body functions and temperature and aids digestion. |
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