By Mark Durand computers 8 Block A

Carbohydrates Carbs are basically sugar and starch Carbs take longer for the body to digest Should be 40% of diet 2 Types Simple (sugar) Apples, oranges, candy Complex (starch) potatoes, grains, bread

Protein collagen is a protein and is important for strength. Proteins also make up the outer layers of hair, nails and skin. Vegetable are sources of protein also beans, nuts, and whole grains

Fats types of Fats Animal fats Butter, lard, cream, meats. Vegetable fats Olive oil, peanut oil, flax seed oil, corn oil Fat provides Insulation (warmth)

Fibre These are foods that have lots fibre fruits, vegetables, lentils and soya products. 2 types Insoluble Soluble it makes bowel movement much easier and faster inside your body

Vitamins Types of vitamins Vitamin D in milk helps your bones. Vitamin A in carrots helps you see at night. Vitamin C in oranges helps your body heal if you get a cut B vitamins in leafy green vegetables help your body make protein and energy.

Dietary Minerals what dietary minerals do Important to bones and teeth Foods their in: Dairy products and green leafy vegetables for Calcium Nuts, soy beans, and cocoa Types of minerals -Major minerals -Ultra trace minerals -trace minerals

Water About 70 percent of an adult’s body is made up of water. A healthy person can drink about three gallons (48 cups) of water per day The United States uses about 346,000 million gallons of fresh water every day Water helps take out the dangerous toxins

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