Carbohydrates
Types of carbohydrates
starch, sugar
sources of protein (non vegetarian)
lean meat, poultry, fish, eggs
examples of vitamins
vitamins A,B,C,D,E
examples of minerals
calcium, iron
functions of vitamin D
healthy bones, well being
Lack of fiber leads to...
constipation
Vegetarian sources of protein
beans, nuts, eggs
Sources of Vitamin C
Citrus Fruit, kiwi, blackcurrant
sources of calcium
dairy food, milk
vitamin d deficiency disease
rickets
Healthy sources of sugar
fruit
function of protein
growth, repair
Sources of Vitamin D
Sunlight, dairy food, supplements
sources of iron
red meat, green vegatables like spinach
functions of iron
Any of the following: red blood cell creation, haemoglobin, prevents anemia
Sources of fibre
Fruit, vegetables, wholemeal cereals
Healthy sources of fats
vegetable oils, oily fish
Sources of vitamin A and lack of it leads to....
Carrots. It leads to poor eyesight and night blindness
functions of calcium
healthy bones and teeth
iron deficiency disease
anemia
function of carbohydrates and where to get them from...
gives us energy and we can get these from bread, rice, pasta,
function of fats
cell membrane, and keeps us warm
Vitamin C deficiency disease
Scurvy
What is a balanced diet?
a diet whgich provides all the essential nutrients the body needs for optimal health, growth, and development.
5 types of nutrients in food
protein, carbohydrate, fat, vitamin, minerals, fibre