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Which are the organic nutrients?
Lipids, HC, proteins and vitamins.
Which are the inorganic nutrients?
Water and minerals
Give an example of a food rich in carbohydrates.
Bread, rice, or pasta.
Give one example of a healthy fat.
Olive oil or avocado.
Give an example of a food rich in protein.
Meat, fish, eggs, or beans.
What are the two main types of carbohydrates?
Simple and complex carbohydrates.
What are proteins made of?
Amino acids.
Give an example of a vitamin and its function.
Vitamin C helps heal wounds and strengthens the immune system.
What percentage of the human body is water?
About 60–70%.
From which foods can we get vitamins?
Fruits, vegetables, and dairy products.
What is the main function of carbohydrates?
To provide energy.
What is the main function of lipids?
To store energy and protect organs.
What is the main function of proteins?
To build and repair body tissues, immunological, hormonal...
Are vitamins a source of energy?
No, they do not provide energy.
What are two main functions of water in the body?
Transport substances and regulate temperature.
What are the types of lipids?
Fats, membrane lipids and lipids with regulatory functions.
What is a characteristic of lipids in water?
They are insoluble (do not dissolve).
What are vitamins?
Organic compounds needed in small amounts for good health.
What happens to our cells if we don’t drink enough water?
We become dehydrated and our cells die.
What are mineral salts?
Inorganic substances needed in small quantities.
What is the main difference between organic and inorganic nutrients?
Organic nutrients are made of carbon
How many amino acids are essential for humans?
8
What happens to proteins when heated strongly?
They denature (lose their shape and function).
Give an example of a mineral and its function.
Calcium strengthens bones and teeth.
What is called when a cell dies from a deficit of minerals in the blood plasma?
Apoptosis