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Nutrition Notes
Health
Term | Definition |
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minerals | balances water |
water | transports nutrients, makes up 2/3 of the body |
proteins | builds and repairs |
carbs | main energy source |
vitamins | aids immunity |
calories | measurement of energy in food |
worst fat | trans fat |
carb. that lowers cholesterol | fiber |
carbs that give quick bursts of energy | simple sugar |
carbs that absorbs slower for sustained energy | complex carbs |
calories in a pound of fat | 3,500 |
amino acids | building blocks of protein |
which food gives water, vitamins, and minerals | fruit |
name for dietary guidelines | ABC's |