Carbohydrates
Sweet Potatoes and rice are this type of carbohydrate.
Complex
The building blocks of proteins are known as:
Amino Acids
These fats are most often found in sources like plants and are generally better for us to consume. An example would be olive oil.
Unsaturated Fat
A Necessary organic compounds that help regulate body processes is known as?
Vitamins
What are the macronutrients?
Carbohydrates, Proteins and Lipids
Fruits and processed foods are what type of carbohydrates?
Simple
All the essential amino acids humans need are present in these types proteins. An example would be a cheeseburger or steak.
Complete Proteins
These fats are generally considered unhealthy for us to consume often and include items such as pizza, cake and coconut oils.
Saturated Fat
Inorganic substances needed in small amounts for body functions.
Minerals
What are the micronutrients?
Which type of carbohydrate is generally considered to be better for you? Why?
Complex
Define complementary proteins and provide one example.
Two or more incomplete proteins that can be combined to provide all the essential amino acids are called complementary proteins.
Define lipids:
Are an important essential nutrient that provides energy and insulates the body.
The fat-soluble vitamins are:
Vitamins A,D, E & K
What is a water deficiency called?
Dehydration
Name the three groups that make up carbohydrates.
Sugars, Starches, Fiber
These proteins are deficient (lacking) in sufficient amounts of one or more of the essential amino acids. An example would be beans.
Incomplete Protein
A white, waxy lipid found in every cell in the body. This fat-like substance performs essential functions in the body. Our body naturally makes this and it is not needed in excess in our diets.
Cholesterol
Why might your body struggle to absorb vitamins
Changes due to age
Passes through intestinal tract too quickly
Lack of other nutrients
How much water do you lose daily?
2-3 liters
Define carbohydrates:
The body's main source of energy, composed of sugar molecules that provide bulk.
Name two functions of proteins:
Build and Maintain Tissues
Make Important Compounds
Regulate Mineral and Fluid Balance
Maintain Acid-Base Balance
Carry Vital Substances
Provide Energy
A process called hydrogenation adds hydrogen atoms into liquid unsaturated fats to make them more solidified thus making them unhealthy. Examples are margarine and shortening. What type of fat is this that we should limit in our diets?
Trans Fat
Explain how either fiber or caffeine impact our mineral absorption.
Fiber binds these minerals and the minerals are excreted with body wastes.
Caffeine increases urinary output for some people depending on the amount, preparation method, and the individual’s body mass and tolerance.
Name the functions of water.
Cushions and lubricates joints
Regulates body temp
nourishes the brain and spinal cord