Chanel Sargeant HASE 8 Block A

CARBOHYDRATES Body’s main source of energy Fuels Muscles and brain Two different types of carbs: Simple, Complex Simple – are sugars and unhealthy Complex – are vitamins and nutritious Makes up 60% of diet Sources: Sugar, Starch, Bread

FATS Transports oxygen throughout body Active parts of membranes Fats protect you from cancer Women should have 23% or less body fat Men should have 18% or less body fat With out it nothing would function Sources : Dairy, Meat

PROTEIN Creates protein molecules Each molecule has a specific job Makes up your body structure Helps body…… - Repair muscle - Grow tissue - Defend against infections - Regulate hormone level Made up of Amino Acids Most is burned as a calorie Sources : Meats, Eggs, Dairy etc.

FIBER Helps digestive track Keeps blood pressure healthy Keeps blood sugar levels stable Two groups ( insoluble, soluble ) Both are healthy For children you need 15g a day For adults you need 25g a day Sources : Bran

VITAMINS 13 different types that are essential for humans Grouped as water-soluble and fat-soluble A,B,C,D, E and K are examples Most have a chemical and letter name Help maintain regular body function Need to obtain from food sources Sources: Pills, Fruits, Vegetables

MINERALS Keeps teeth and bones strong Helps nerve function Cant make minerals in your own body Food supply's minerals Types - Calcium, Iron, Potassium, Selenium, Sodium, Zinc Two categories – macro minerals, trace minerals Sources: Milk, Cheese, Yogurt, Salmon

WATER Only live without water for a week On average we use gallons a day Effects body’s food and function Keeps heart healthy Gives energy Healthy skin Decreases cancer risk Sources: water, ice, fruit, vegetables etc.

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