Vitamins
What vitamin aids in the absorption of calcium, helping to form and maintain strong bones (Obtained from sunlight and oily fish)
Vitamin D
What mineral helps maintain strong teeth and bones ( found in dairy products, green leafy vegetables, tofu)
How many calories per gram does fat provide?
9 calories per gram
False: Cholesterol is not fat but rather a "fat-like" substance necessary for many essential body processes
Fluorosis is caused by an excessive intake of what mineral?
Fluoride
What vitamin helps protect our cells and keep them healthy. Helps with our immune function. Found in Citrus Fruits, peppers, kiwi
Vitamin C
What mineral is an essential element in blood production ( found in red meat, fish, lentils)
Iron
What fats are mainly liquid at room temperature?
Unsaturated Fats such as vegetable oil, canola oil or olive oil
True or false: Animals have the ability to make cholesterol?
True
Anemia is a condition where you lack enough ___________ to bring oxygen back to your body's tissues.
Red blood cells
What vitamin has an important role in our vision ( found in carrots, spinach, milk products)
Vitamin A
What are the 3 micronutrients?
Vitamins, Mineral and Water
What is one example of a saturated fat?
Lard, butter, shortening, etc.
What does HDL stand for? What role do they play in our body?
High Density Lipoproteins
Carries cholesterol from other parts of our body back to our liver. The liver REMOVES cholesterol from our body.
Known as the "heroes" because higher HDL lowers your chance of getting heart disease.
Scurvy is a lack of what vitamin?
Vitamin C
What vitamins are considered fat-soluble?
Vitamins A, D, E and K
What micronutrients make up antioxidants?
Vitamins A, C, E and Selenium
List 2 functions fat plays in our body
Helps carry fat-soluble vitamins through the body (Vitamins K, A, D and E).
Provides a reserve store of energy which helps insulate.
Promotes healthy skin.
Promotes normal cell growth.
Acts like a “cushion” and heat regulator (insulator) to protect your vital organs.
Adds flavour to food and satisfies hunger and helps you feel full full longer.
What does LDL stand for and what role do they play in our body?
Low- Density Lipoproteins
Takes cholesterol from the liver to wherever it is needed in the body. Known as the "losers"
High LDL can lead to a build up of cholesterol in our arteries
When your bones become vulnerable, brittle and porous. You are at an increased risk of them breaking.
What group of vitamins are considered the building blocks of a healthy body. They have a direct impact on your energy levels, brain function, and cell metabolism. Food sources include meat, beans, legumes, whole grains
B- vitamins
What minerals are considered electrolytes?
Sodium and chlorine help maintain fluid balance in our bodies (electrolytes)
Lipoprotein
What organ in our body manufactures all the cholesterol we need?
Liver
What does a deficiency of vitamin B12 increase the risk of?
Hypocobalaminemia