CARBS
carbohydrates get broken down into what in the body?
glucose
dietary fats are required for what type of vitamin absorption?
fat-soluble
name 3 protein containing foods
meat, soy, beans, dairy
Name 3 source of carbs
fruit, veggies, candy, cake, juices, bread, grain products
what are the fat-soluble vitamins?
Vitamins A, D, E, K
name 3 functions of protein in the body
building block for every cell, tissue, organ. Required for growth and tissue repair. Essential for immune function. Vital in hormone and enzyme production
true or false: my body is unable to store excess carbohydrates
false
Name 3 roles that dietary fats have in our bodies?
integrity of skin and hair, vital components of all cell membranes, protects organs, provides warmth, hormone production
fiber: what are the two types of fiber?
soluble + insoluble
Name 5 sources of dietary fat
oils, dressing, diary products, desserts, avocado, gravy, meat, etc
what is the difference between complete vs incomplete proteins
complete: all 9 essential AA's are present
incomplete: missing one or more essential AA's
carbohydrate food sources are rich in this macronutrient, which helps with translating carbohydrates into the useable form of glucose
B vitamins
what are the different types of dietary fat?
saturated fat, unsaturated fat