Macronutrient Functions
Function of carbohydrates
The preferred energy source for the body
Carbohydrates
Pasta
Bread
Cereal
Rice
Base of the food pyramid (bottom)
Vegetables, legumes and Fruit
Name 2 fruits
Apple, banana, grapes etc
Function of protein
To build and repair muscle cells
Proteins
Steak
Tofu
Chicken
Lamb
Nuts
What is at the top of the pyramid?
Healthy fats
Which food group takes up the largest proportion of the plate?
Vegetables and Legumes
Function of fats
Maintain cell membranes
Water
Lettuce
Cucumber
Three foods from the grains food group?
Rice, pasta, bread etc
Which food group takes up the smallest proportion of the plate?
Fruit
What is a macronutrient?
Type of nutrient that your body needs in large amounts to provide energy and support essential bodily functions
Trans Fats
Cakes
Pastries
Chocolate
What does the pyramid say to limit consumption of?
Salt and added sugar
Name 3 foods in the lean meats and poultry food group
Steak, fish, chicken, nuts, eggs, seafood
Function of water
Hydration
Digestion
Forms Blood
Polyunsaturated fats
Avocado
Sunflower Oil
Salmon
Nuts
Seeds
Who created the healthy eating pyramid?
Nutrition Australia
Name all 5 of the food groups represented in the AGHE, in order from the largest proportion to the smallest proportion
Vegetables and legumes
Grains
Lean meats and poultry
Milk, yoghurt and cheese
Fruit