Kristin Fairbairn Computers 8 Block 3 Nutrition Kristin Fairbairn Computers 8 Block 3

Carbohydrates *Types* *Functions* *Foods* -2 major types -simple: AKA simple sugars more likely to feel hungry again soon -complex: AKA starches gives energy for longer periods of time *Facts* -body breaks down into simple sugars -major source of energy for the body -complex *Functions* -provides body with source of fuel & energy *Foods* -grains, meat, dairy, fruit &veggies

Fats *Types* *Facts* *Functions -3 major types: -unsaturated: good for heart health -saturated: too much raises blood cholesterol -trans: increases the risk of heart disease *Facts* -most fruits & vegetables have almost no fat -important part of a healthy diet -provides twice as much energy as carbohydrates. *Functions -provides essential fatty acids -helps move certain vitamins through blood stream *Foods* -snack foods, baked goods, fried foods, oils, & margarine

Protein *Types* *Facts* *Functions* *Foods* -2 major types: -complete: animal sources -incomplete: vegetables *Facts* -made of protein: muscles, immune system, organs -inadequate protein intake damages your body -athletes need more protein to rebuild their bodies and prevent injury *Functions* -builds cardiac muscle -moves legs, lungs & protects you from diseases -helps keep skin, hair, and nails healthy *Foods* -dairy products, nuts, lentils & eggs

Fibre *Types* *Facts* *Functions* *Foods* -2 major types -Soluble: lowers blood cholesterol levels & manages blood sugars -insoluble: moves food through digestive system quickly and efficiently. *Facts* -filling which discourages overeating -adds no calories *Functions* -helps move food through the digestive system -protects against gut cancers and constipation *Foods* -fruits, vegetables, and grains

Vitamins *Types* *Facts* *Functions* *Foods* -makes protein and energy -2 major types: -fat soluble: A, D, E, and K -water soluble: C and B *Facts* -needs them in order to grow and develop *Functions* -helps your bones -eyes to see at night -body to heal if you get a cut -makes protein and energy *Foods* -fruits, veggies, nuts, grains and dairy products

Minerals *Types* *Facts* *Functions* *Foods* -2 major types -macro: includes calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, sodium, potassium, chloride, & sulfur -trace: includes iron, manganese, copper, iodine, zinc, cobalt, fluoride, & selenium *Facts* -ensures proper functioning of the body *Functions* -builds strong bones -transmits nerve impulses -make hormones -helps maintain a normal heart beat *Foods* -dairy, fruit, veggies, and grains

Water *Types* *Facts* *Functions* *Foods* -7 major types: - such as: Artesian, Distilled, Fluoridated, Mineral, Purified, Sparkling, Spring *Facts* -more than half of your body weight is water -dehydration occurs when body doesn’t get enough -substitutes for pop and therefore promotes weight loss *Functions* -helps digests your food and gets rid of waste -blood that contains water carries oxygen to all cells of body *Foods* -beverages, fruits and veggies

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