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Nutritious Diet
Question | Answer |
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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? |