Essential Nutrients
Name the six essential nutrients.
What are water, fats, carbohydrates, minerals, vitamins and protein
1 gram of protein
4
study of how our bodies use food to keep us healthy.
nutrition
lack of water can cause
dehydration
Calcium = Mineral or vitamin
Mineral
Made up of one or more sugars
carbohydrates
1 gram of fat
9 calories
the process in which food is broken down into a form we can use
digestion
the amount of food you choose to eat
portion size
Minerals need in lesser amounts
micro or trace minerals
Helps to build muscles
protein
1 calorie of carbohydrates
4 calories
substances in food that promote growth, maintenance and repair body cells
nutrients
measured amount of food
serving size
Vitamin important for the immune system
Vitamin C
energy storage nutrients
Fats
The amount of calories you consume in a day
caloric intake
measurement of food
calorie
pattern of eating
diet
Vitamin for healthy eyes and skin
Vitamin A
organic compounds that help with body functions
Vitamins
the amount of calories you burn in a day
caloric expenditure
Can be micro or macro
minerals
candy bars are considered this kind of carbohydrate.
simple
Minerals need in greater amounts
Macro Minerals