Nutrition
The study of how the body uses food to keep you healthy
Nutrition
Compounds found in food that regulates body processes
Vitamins
Nutrients that regulate many chemical reactions in the body
Minerals
The name USDA nutrition guide
My Plate
Another name for lipids
Fats
The name of the chemical substance in food that helps supply the body with energy
Nutrients
The 2 types of vitamins
Fat Soluble and Water Soluble
Name the four main minerals
Calcium, Potassium, Iron, Magnesium
Name two reasons why people eat
Daily amount needed of sodium
500mg
The nutrient that transports oxygen and nutrients throughout the body
Protein
What vitamin maintains red blood cells and the nervous system?
Vitamin B12
This mineral is found in milk, cheese and green leafy vegetables.
Calcium
The information found on a side of packaging showing nutritional information
What is the food/ingredient label
Two types of carbohydrates
Complex and simple
The number of essential nutrients
Six
This vitamin protects against bleeding and bruising in the skin, nosebleeds, etc.
Vitamin K
This mineral helps prevent muscle cramps, aches and stiffness, and weakness
Potassium
Mineral found in chocolate
Iron
Two functions of water for the human body
Processes soluble vitamins
Hydrates the body and regulates temperature
Name three of the six essential nutrients
Protein, Carbohydrates, Fats (lipids), Vitamins, Minerals, Water
This vitamin helps prevent gingivitis, slow wound healing and slow immunity.
Vitamin C
Lack of this mineral can cause weak bones.
Magnesium
Vitamin found in beef, liver, poultry, and eggs
Vitamin B3
Lack of this mineral causes cold hands and feet
Iron