1. NUTRITION

2. Definitions
Nutrition The science of food and how the body uses it in health and disease Food Any substance that is ingested and sustains life. Nutrient A substance found in food that is used by the body to meet important needs

3. Essential Nutrients
Function
Food Examples
Location of breakdown in digestive system
Broken down into
Calories per gram (cal/g)
Proteins
Construct and repair cells
Meat
Beans
Nuts
Stomach
Small intestine
Amino acids 4
Fats (lipids)
Energy
Butter, oil
Cheese
Glycerol and fatty acids 9
Carbohydrates
Grain products
Fruits
Veggies
Mouth
Glucose
Vitamins
Regulate metabolism X
Minerals
Fruit
Meat, milk
Water
Almost everything

4. Miscellaneous Energy requirements between 1800-3500 cal
Food groups- see page 166
Good cholesterol (HDL) vs. Bad (LDL)
Fibre
Antioxidants