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Nutritious Diet
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| provide energy | carbohydrates |
| build and repair body tissues | proteins |
| supply energy and carry fat-soluble vitamins | fats |
| transports nutrients and waste products | |
| keep body healthy and functioning properly | |
| keep body processes operating | |
| Helps prevent night blindness | Vitamin A |
| Helps maintain bones in adults | phosphorus |
| Acts as an antioxidant | Vitamin E |
| Helps blood clot | Vitamin K |
| Helps the body fight infection | Vitamin C |
| Helps keep nervous system healthy | Niacin |
| Helps keep skin, tongue, and lips normal | riboflavin |
| Plays a role in the regeneration of red blood cells | |
| Helps prevent damage to the brain and spinal cord of unborn babies | Folate |
| Protects against pernicious anemia | Vitamin B12 |
| Helps the body make cholesterol | Vitamin D |
| Helps the body break down the energy nutrients | biotin |
| Helps build bones and teeth | calcium |
| Helps regulate body temperature | magnesium |
| Help nervous system and muscles work | Vitamin B6 |
| Combines with protein to make hemoglobin | iron |
| Aids work of the immune system | |
| Promotes normal functioning of the thyroid gland | iodine |
| Helps teeth resist decay | Fluoride |
| Lubricates the joints and body cells | |
| What does the Serving Size mean on the package? | |
| What does Serving Per Container mean? | |
| Why would you be concerned about Sodium for health reason? | |
| Why would you be concerned about Carbohydrates for health reason? | |
| What does this statement mean: Contains Soy, Milk, and Wheat Ingredients? | |
| Explain how your hand could prevent you from over eating. | |
| What is the purpose of food additives? How could food additives affect someone’s behavior? | |
| Explain how herbal supplements are regulated. | |
| How do you know if the information about nutrition is from a reliable source? |