Nutrients
Vitamins and Minerals
Australian Guide
to Healthy Eating
to Healthy Eating
Digestive System
Diet related Diseases
100
These compounds provide the body with energy and are found in foods like bread and pasta.
Carbohydrates
100
This vitamin is important for vision and can be found in carrots and sweet potatoes.
Vitamin A
100
What is this called?
Australian Guide to healthy eating
100
This organ is primarily responsible for breaking down food and absorbing nutrients.
Stomach
100
This condition, characterised by high blood sugar levels, is often related to diet and lifestyle choices.
Diabetes
200
This type of nutrient is essential for building and repairing body tissues.
Protien
200
This vitamin helps the body absorb iron and is abundant in citrus fruits.
Vitamin C
200
What liquid is the choice of the AGHE?
Water!
2 Litres a day!
200
This is the tube that connects the mouth to the stomach.
Oesophagus
200
Using to much salt in foods can lead to...
Hypertension - High blood pressure
300
This nutrient helps in the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins and provides insulation.
Lipids
300
This group of vitamins is essential for blood clotting and is found in green leafy vegetables.
Vitamin K
300
Which group contains items like Tofu, Chickpeas, Steak, fish and eggs?
Meats and Alternatives
300
This organ produces bile, which helps digest fats.
Liver
300
This condition results from a lack of iron in the diet and can cause fatigue and weakness.
Anemia
400
These are organic compounds required in small amounts for various biochemical functions.
Vitamins
400
This vitamin supports immune function and can be synthesized by the body when exposed to sunlight.
Vitamin D
400
Which sections is the largest in the AGHE image?
Whole Grains
AND
Fruits and vegetables
400
This part of the digestive system is responsible for water absorption and forms waste.
Large Intestine
400
This disease, often caused by excessive fat consumption, can lead to heart problems.
Heart Disease
500
This type of dietary component is essential for digestive health, helps regulate blood sugar levels, and can reduce the risk of certain diseases
Fibre
500
This B vitamin is crucial for energy production and can be found in whole grains and legumes and Vegemite!
Vitamin B12
500
What groups of foods do NOT even make it onto the dinner plate?
Oils, fats, salts and sugers.
"Sometimes, and in small amounts"
500
This process involves the mechanical and chemical breakdown of food into smaller components.
Digestion
500
This chronic condition is characterised by inflammation in the intestines and is influenced by diet.
Chrones Disease