Macronutrients
What do macronutrients provide for our bodies?
Energy &/or Calories.
What type of micronutrients are found on the periodic table?
Minerals
What is another word for sodium?
salt
What enzyme breaks down CHO?
Amylase
BMR stands for?
Basal Metabolic Rate
What macronutrient is the first we breakdown for energy?
Carbohydrates
What vitamin do we get from the sun?
Vitamin D
What happens if our bodies don't get enough water?
we become dehydrated
Which enzyme breaks down fat?
Lipase
What % of your daily caloric intake should come from CHO?
55%
How many calories are in a gram of fat?
This vitamin can help your vision improve.
Vitamin A
What percentage of our bodies are made up of water?
60%, 65%, 70% or 75%
What nutrient helps transport other nutrients throughout the body?
water
30%
What do carbohydrates break down into?
Sugar &/or Glucose
What mineral helps build strong bones and teeth?
calcium
What is an example of a simple carb?
Anything that is sweet and contains sugar flavour, fruits, etc
What enzyme breaks down proteins into amino acids?
Protease
This is needed in the diet and helps to protect colon health?
Fibre
What are the three nutrients that give our bodies energy?
Carbs, fats and proteins
Name the two categories of Vitamins
Fat soluble and water soluble
Give an example of a complex carbohydrate.
Whole grain foods, pasta, bread, rice, etc
Where are nutrients primarily absorbed?
small intestine
What is the main function(s) of protein in our bodies?
Muscle/Cellular repair