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Health Nutrition
Term | Definition |
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Carbohydrates | Main source of energy; sugar and starches contained in foods |
Proteins | Builds muscle, growth ( provides the building blocks your body needs for growth) |
Fats | Stored energy, skin healthy (found in fatty animal tissue and plant oils) |
Vitamins | Regulates body functions and fights germs |
Minerals | Strong bones and teeth, healthy blood, makes body work properly- heart/organs |
Water | Digestion removes waste, cools you off- prevents dehydration *8 or more glasses each day |
What types of food goes in the nutrient Carbohydrates? | Simple- fruits, milk (sugars) Complex- bread, rice, pastas, potatoes (starches) |
What types of food goes in the nutrient Proteins? | fish, chicken, beef, eggs, milk, peas, beans, nuts, peanut butter |
What types of food goes in the nutrient Fats? | Salad dressings, cookies, fried foods, butter, oils |
What types of food goes in the nutrient Vitamins? | Fruits, vegetables, oranges, carrots, broccoli, whole grain breads |
What types of food goes in the nutrient Minerals? | milk, cheese, yogurt, bananas, fish, chicken, turkey |
What types of food goes in the nutrient Water? | Watermelon, juices, yogurt |
Nutrients | Substances in food that your body needs to carry out it's normal functions |
Fiber | The tough, stringy part of raw fruits, raw vegetables, whole wheat, and other whole grains |
Nutrition | The process of taking in food and using it for energy, growth, and good health |