Nutrient Basics
Why is eating a variety of nutrients important?
It helps keep the body healthy throughout life.
What is the main function of carbohydrates?
Provide energy
What are proteins made of?
Amino acids
How many calories does 1 gram of fat provide?
9 calories
Do vitamins provide calories?
No
How many types of nutrients are there and what are they?
Six
-Carbs, fats, protein, vitamins, minerals, water
What simple sugar do most carbohydrates turn into?
Glucose
How many amino acids does the body use?
20
Name the three types of fats.
Unsaturated, saturated, and trans fats
Name a food that is highest nutrient density for Vitamin C
Citrus fruits
Name the three nutrients that provide energy.
Carbohydrates, proteins, and fats
Name the two types of carbohydrates.
Simple and complex
What is the main role of protein in the body?
Build and repair body tissues
Which type of fat is considered the best for your health?
Unsaturated fats
Give one example of a water-soluble vitamin
- Vitamin C
- B vitamins
Disease that results from the lack of a specific nutrient:
Deficiency Disease
What type of carbohydrate is broken down quickly and used immediately for energy?
Simple
Describe the relationship between proteins, amino acids, complete proteins, and incomplete proteins.
-Proteins are made up of 20 amino acids.
-Complete protein = includes ALL amino acids
-Incomplete protein = missing one or more amino acids
What do trans fats do to your body?
High cholesterol increases the risk of heart disease.
What mineral is important for strong bones?
Calcium
What are nutrients used for in the body?
Provide energy, support growth, repair tissues, transport oxygen, and regulate body functions
What does fiber do in the body?
Helps digestion and moves waste through the digestive system.
Random: What is one function of water in the body?
Transport nutrients/ remove waste/ regulate body temperature (any one)
What does fat help the body absorb?
fat-soluble vitamins
What disease can calcium help prevent later in life?
Osteoporosis