Nutrients and functions
This nutrient gives us quick energy
What is carbohydrate?
Rice, bread, and pasta are rich in this nutrient.
What are carbohydrates?
Eating too much sugar can lead to this condition
What is diabetes?
The nutrient that gives 9 kcal per gram
What is fat?
Skipping breakfast is a healthy habit
False
This nutrient is needed for growth and repair of tissues.
What is protein?
Eggs, milk, and beans are good sources of this nutrient.
What is protein?
A lack of iron in the diet may cause this.
What is anemia?
The nutrient that gives 4 kcal per gram
What are carbohydrates/proteins?
Junk food is low in nutrients but high in calories.
True
This nutrient helps absorb calcium and strengthens bones.
What is Vitamin D?
Carrots and sweet potatoes are rich in this vitamin
What is Vitamin A?
Too much salt in the diet may lead to this health problem.
What is high blood pressure?
On a food label, this tells us how much energy the food provides.
What are calories/kilojoules?
Vitamins and minerals provide energy.
False
These are essential for regulating body functions and are required in small amounts
What are vitamins and minerals?
Nuts and oils provide this nutrient
What is fat?
Balanced diet means having the right amounts of....................................................................
What are the benefits of Carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, water, and fiber?
Nutrient should you limit to avoid obesity and heart disease?
What is saturated fat?
A vegetarian can get enough protein from lentils, beans, and nuts
True
Name two functions of water in our body
What is mean by transporting nutrients/waste and regulating body temperature?
Which food group provides the most fiber?
What are fruits and vegetables?
Which disease is caused by lack of Vitamin C?
What is scurvy?
A chocolate bar has 10 g fat, 20 g carbohydrate, and 5 g protein. Total energy?
10×9 + 20×4 + 5×4 = 90 + 80 + 20 = 190 kcal
All fats are bad for health
False – unsaturated fats are healthy in moderation.