Carbohydrates
What is the primary function of carbohydrates?
Body's main source of energy
What are some of the functions of fat?
Acts like a “cushion” and heat regulator to protect your heart, liver and other vital organs
Supplies Energy
Carries Vitamins A, D, E and K through the body
Provides a reserve store of energy
Promotes healthy skin
What is the primary function of proteins?
They are the building blocks for your body's growth and repair
What is the primary function of minerals?
To control important chemical reactions in the body
What are the main functions of water?
Cushions and lubricates joints, regulates temperature, and nourishes brain and spinal cord
What are the two types of carbohydrates?
Simple & Complex
What is the worst type of fat?
Trans
Protein breaks down into what?
Amino Acids
What are the primary functions of vitamins?
Help regulate body functions.
They help your body use other nutrients, store and use energy and fight infection.
How much water we drink each day depends on what?
Weight & Environment
Which type of carbohydrate gives you long-term energy?
Complex
What are the three types of fats?
Saturated, Unsaturated, Trans
What are the two types of proteins?
Incomplete & Complete
What is the primary mineral found in milk?
Calcium
Water deficiency is called . . .
Water Intoxication
Candy, pop, donuts are all this type of carb.
Simple
What is a source of unsaturated fats?
Vegetable based oils like olive oil, canola oil, and peanut oil
Avocados, olives, and peanuts
Complete proteins come from what type of source?
Animals
What are the two types of vitamins?
Fat-soluble and water-soluble
________ is just as bad as dehydration
Overhydration (hyponatremia)
This is a special type of carbohydrate that cannot be digested.
Fiber
What is the bad cholesterol called?
LDL
Carbs have 4 calories per gram, fats have 9, how many do proteins have?
4 cal/gram
Which vitamins are fat-soluble?
K, A, D, E
The average human is about how much water?
55-60%