Lesson 3 Terms and Definitions Human Body Systems Lesson 3 Terms and Definitions
Six Basic Nutrient in human diet Carbohydrates Fats Proteins Vitamins Minerals Water
The three major food types Carbohydrates Fats (also known as lipids) Proteins
Carbohydrates Major source of energy for your body Two main forms: Sugars Starches http://www.public.iastate.edu/~pkeeling/Starches.jpg http://faeriesfinest.com/images/products/sugars.jpg
Sugars Monosaccharides Disaccharides Glucose, Fructose, Galactose Maltose, sucrose, lactose
Monosaccharides Commonly called “simple sugars” Glucose – the ONLY ONE that can be immediately used by your body! Fructose (often found in fruit) – must be further digested and broken down before use.
Disaccharides Must be broken down into monosaccharides before they can be used. Sucrose (table sugar) – must be broken down further for the body to use as energy. http://www.jenniferthornberry.com/uploaded_images/sugar-788858.jpg
Disaccharides Lactose – sugars found in milk. http://www.dairyafrica.com/images/agda_07_riverina_milk%2012.jpg http://www.biotechlearn.org.nz/var/biotechlearn/storage/images/themes/food_intolerance_and_allergies/images/lactose_free_milk/186918-1-eng-AU/lactose_free_milk_large.jpg
Starches Polysaccharides Starches are long chains of sugars that are chemically bonded. Found in grains, legumes (beans with pods), and root vegetables.
Starch Samples http://www.public.iastate.edu/~pkeeling/Starches.jpg
Starches Must be broken down into simple sugars to be absorbed and used by the body.