Big Picture
fats
carbohydrates
protein
water
vitamins
Minerals
The human body consists of, how much water?
1/2 to 3/4
The main function of carbohydrates.
The body's main source of energy.
The two main functions of protein.
Provides energy.
Help to build, maintain, and repair body tissues.
The function of fat.
The most concentrated form of food energy calories.
Which two nutrients received a "bad" reputation.
Fats
Carbohydrates
How much water should males be consuming daily.
3.5 L
5 nutrient dense food sources.
Bread, pasta, cereal, rice, Fruit, rice, milk, potato ...
List two non-vegetarian and one vegetarian sources.
meat, fish, eggs, poultry, dairy products,
legumes, nuts, seeds, greek yogurt
List 3 healthy fat food sources.
avocado, olive oil, coconut oil, nuts and seeds
What are nutrients? (Definition of "nutrients")
Nutrients are defined as the substances found in food that keep your body functioning.
The amount of water females should be consuming daily.
2.5 L
The two types of carbohydrates.
Simple and complex
Popular diet that follows strict guidelines, which excludes the consumption of animal products.
Vegan diet
Veganism
saturated fat
unsaturated fat
Nutrients can be further subcategorized, name the two (types) subcategories.
macronutrients
micronutrients
An indication that you are properly hydrated.
Your urine is clear.
The type of carbohydrates that have a bad reputation because they are high in calories and low in nutritional value.
Simple Carbohydrates
The chemical compounds which Proteins are made up of.
Amino Acids
A fat-like substance that is part of every cell of the body.
Cholesterol
Your body needs nutrients to…
Fuel your energy.
Help you grow.
Repair itself.
Maintain basic bodily functions.
Three functions of water in the body.
Water carries nutrients to your cells and carries waste from your body.
Regulates body temperature.
Dissolves vitamins, minerals, amino acids and other nutrients.
Lubricates joints.
The plant material that doesn’t
break down when you digest food.
Fiber.
The Two Subcategories of Amino Acids.
Complete
Incomplete
When cholesterol levels are high there is a greater risk for what disease?
Heart Disease