Nutrition Basics
This liquid helps maintain basic bodily functions and keeps you hydrated.
Water
True or False: Proteins are micronutrients
False
What is another name for fats?
Lipids
What is the main job of carbohydrates?
Short-term energy
What does iron do?
Transport oxygen
What are the two main categories of nutrients?
Macronutrients and Micronutrients
This breakfast food is a well-known source of proteins and is produced by hens
Eggs
Do fats primarily serve as short or long term forms of energy storage?
Long-term energy storage
What is another name for carbohydrates?
Sugar
What part of the body does Vitamin D deal with?
Bones
These nutrients, like vitamins and minerals, support health and are only needed in small amounts.
Micronutrients
This meat, often found in cans, has a good mix of fats and proteins, making it a convenient option for a balanced meal.
Tuna
This fruit, with a green interior, is common mistaken as a vegetable.
Avocado
True or False: Glucose is a simple sugar
True
Which system does Vitamin C help support?
Immune system
This macronutrient is used specifically for short-term energy
Carbohydrates
This happens when you lose muscle
Muscle wasting/Muscle atrophy
Fats protect these parts of the body
Organs
This condition, caused by high blood sugar levels, is often linked to problems with carbohydrate metabolism.
Diabetes
What mineral does Vitamin D work with to help make bones stronger?
Calcium
This condition occurs when the body doesn't get enough nutrients to function properly, leading to issues like stunted growth, weakened immunity, or fatigue.
Malnutrition
These smaller molecules make up proteins, and there are 20 different types in total.
Amino acids
This is a key role of fat in the body, helping to maintain body temperature.
Insulation
What is a simple sugar called?
Monosaccharide
What electrolyte is co-dependent with sodium?
Potassium