Carbohydrates Our bodies main source of energy 60% of our diet What foods are high in carbs?

Carbohyrates Simple Carbs Complex Carbs All of your sugars Quick energy burst Sugar Rush/Crash Examples Candy Cake Soda Fruit Complex Carbs All of your starches Long-lasting energy Pasta Examples Rice Bread Potatoes

Fats 2nd source of energy Provides insulation Keeps us warm Protects important muscles and bones 30% of our diet What are some foods that contain a lot of fat?

Protein Growth, development and repair of body tissue, especially muscles 10% of our diet Where do we get protein

Vitamins Vitamin A Helps with eyesight, especially at night found in carrots Vitamin B Energy vitamin converts the energy in food to energy your body can use Vitamin C Strengthens immune system fights off illnesses found in oranges and citrus fruit Vitamin D Builds strong teeth and bones Helps body use calcium Sunshine vitamin, also found in milk

Water Regulates body temperature Carries nutrients through the body 6-8 glasses of water a day Cools body off by sweating

Calories Measure of energy found in food Everybody Age Gender Level of physical activity