Nutrients Basics
This nutrient is the body’s main source of energy.
What are carbohydrates?
Sugars are classified as this type of carbohydrate.
What are simple carbohydrates?
This type of fat is solid at room temperature and linked to heart disease.
What is saturated fat?
These vitamins must be eaten daily because they are not stored.
What are water-soluble vitamins?
This is a substance added to food to improve it.
What is an additive?
The body needs these six categories to function properly.
What are carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water?
Pasta, grains, and legumes are examples of this type of carbohydrate.
What are complex carbohydrates?
This process turns liquid oils into solid fats.
What is hydrogenation?
Vitamins A, D, E, and K fall into this category.
What are fat-soluble vitamins?
These additives improve texture and thickness (like cornstarch).
What are thickeners/stabilizers?
This term refers to a chemical compound that helps the body function.
What is a nutrient?
The usable energy form carbs are broken into.
What is glucose?
“Bad cholesterol” is known by this abbreviation.
What is LDL?
This mineral helps build strong bones and teeth.
What is calcium?
This organization regulates food additives.
What is the FDA?
This nutrient makes up about 60% of the human body.
What is water?
These are the building blocks of protein.
What are amino acids?
These fats are considered healthier and often found in olive oil.
What are monounsaturated fats?
This vitamin helps strengthen the immune system and heal wounds.
What is Vitamin C?
These additives improve flavor (example: MSG).
What are flavoring agents?
These nutrients regulate body processes like nerve function.
What are minerals?
A protein that contains all essential amino acids.
What is a complete protein?
This type of fat results from hydrogenation and is harmful.
What is trans fat?
These minerals are needed in very small amounts (like zinc and iron).
What are trace minerals?
These substitutes replace sugar in foods (example: aspartame).
What are sugar substitutes?