T1T2 Nutrients in food NS 6 2016

Keywords Nutrient: Food Vitamin: Natural substance in food that is necessary for good health Mineral: Natural substance found in some foods that is necessary for good health

Keywords Carbohydrate: Type of food that provides heat and energy Protein: Type of food that builds muscles and keeps the body strong Fat: An oily substance in some foods

Keywords Nutrient group: Food group Insulation: a) A layer that protects something from damage; b) Protective plastic covering around electrical wires

Keywords Nerve: Thin, thread-like part of the body that sends messages and feelings to the brain Organ: Part of the body that has a specific function

A hard part that forms the frame of the body Keywords Bone: A hard part that forms the frame of the body Immune system: System that protects the body from disease

Keywords Natural food: Food that has not been processed Processed food: Food that has been changed from its natural state

Main food groups (Copy) Carbohydrates for energy Proteins are for growth and repair Fats and oils are for storing energy (in the form of body fats) and provides insulation and protection for nerves and organs. Vitamins and minerals are for building bones and teeth and maintaining a healthy immune system.

NS: Bring a label of any food type to school Homework NS: Bring a label of any food type to school

Carbohydrates We call carbohydrates our staple food, because we have to get enough every day to provide us with energy. We can find carbohydrates in food such as: Bread Sugar Mielie meal Potato Rice Pasta

Some carbohydrates with lots of sugar gives you a short burst of energy. That is why your parents don’t want you to eat sweets before bedtime! That is why it is important to eat cereal, because it contain carbohydrates to give us energy.

Proteins Proteins are foods that make your muscles grow and for growth. Proteins build antibodies. Proteins also help to heal cuts and scrapes. We need proteins because they build our muscles and organs.

We find proteins in food such as: Meat Beans Nuts Eggs And dairy products

Fats and oils Fats and oils are foods for storing energy and protecting our organs. We need fats and oil because our body can store them and use them for energy. Certain parts of our brain and nerves needs fats to work properly. A fat layer underneath your skin insulates our body and keeps us warm. Fat layers between our organs protect these organs from injury. To many fats and oils can have a negative effect on your body and that can make you overweight and cause illnesses such as heart disease.

Food containing fats and oils: Oily fish Oily seeds Plant oils and butter and margarine

Vitamins and minerals Vitamins and minerals are foods for protecting bones, teeth and the immune system. Vitamins are good for the immune system and they protect us from illness and disease. Minerals help to build strong bones and teeth. Vitamin C is a vitamin that is found in fruits. Vitamin C helps our immune system to fight colds and flu. Calcium is a mineral that is found in dairy products. Calcium build healthy bones and teeth.

Foods containing minerals and vitamins: Fresh fruits and vegetables Dairy products

Activity 1 (Copy) Sort food into the food groups Bread, Eggs, Cooking oil, Butter, Pumpkin, Meat, Rice, Tomato, Pasta, Milk, Margarine, Apple.

_____________ Activity 3: Identify additives in food

On an open page, divide the page in 4. Homework: NS: Paste pictures of different food groups into your workbook. Carbohydrates Proteins Fats and oils Vitamins and minerals