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Nutrition
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CARBOHYDRATES Carbohydrates – Starches and sugars. 2 types Simple – sugars. Natural sugars that do not have to be broken down. Ex. Fruits, vegetables, milk, candies, soda, etc. Complex – starches. Carbs that need to break down to be used. Ex. Pasta, bread, potatoes, etc.
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FIBER – It is a complex carbohydrate that does not break down. It then passes through without being digested. Foods that are high in fiber: Nuts, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, etc. The importance of fiber. Help prevent constipation. Aids in digestion. Helps prevent colon cancer. Helps against heart disease.
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FATS Fats – Provide energy, protection, & insulation. 1 gram of fat = 9 calories.
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2 Types of Fats !!!!!! Unsaturated – these are liquid at room temperature. Ex. Olive oil, corn oil, peanut oil, & canola oil. Saturated – these are solid at room temperature. Ex. Lard, animal fats, dairy products.
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Cholesterol – waxy fatty substances found only in animal products.
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VITAMINS Vitamins – Help with body processes, including using other nutrients. They also play a key role in chemical reactions in the body.
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2 Types of Vitamins Fat Soluble – dissolve in fat and are stored in the body. * A * D * E * K
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Water Soluble – Vitamins that dissolve in water and are not stored in the body. B’s Folic Acid Ascorbic Acid
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MINERALS Minerals are nutrients that your body requires in small amounts. These occur naturally in rocks and soil. Your body needs 7 minerals.
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1. 1. Calcium – used for bones 2. Sodium – helps with water balance 3. Potassium – also help with water levels 4. Iron – helps carry oxygen 5. Magnesium – help build bones 6. Phosphorus – helps with teeth & bones 7. Sulfur – forms part of the amino acids
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