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1 Essential Nutrients Darian Fry Computers 8

2 Carbohydrates Two types: Simple Complex Most foods have carbs
Energy source White sugar, refined sugars, etc… Complex Major source of energy Bread, pasta, rice, starches, etc… Most foods have carbs Helps digestion system work well

3 Fats Two types: Good (unsaturated) Bad (saturated)
Provides energy Nuts, olive oil, etc… Bad (saturated) Makes you gain weight Causes heart disease and weight problems Fast & processed foods, baked goods, etc… Stored when needed

4 Protein Types: 50,000 different types
Forms our organs, nerves, and muscles Assembles hormones Eat one gram per kilogram of weight Good sources: Beef, lamb, venison, buffalo, pork, etc…

5 Vitamins 5 types: Vitamin A, B, C, D, and K
Found in: fruits, veggies, dairy, and meat Without them some body processes couldn’t happen Some stored in body Some cannot be held in the body Are organic molecules Needed to maintain growth and activity

6 Minerals 7 types: Calcium, iron, chromium, copper, iodine, selenium, zinc Boost immune system Helps cells, and organs do their jobs Makes body work properly Inorganic elements come from soil and water Support growth and development

7 Fibre Two types: Soluble Lowers blood cholesterol Insoluble
Helps slow down absorption of glucose Sources: OJ, popcorn, brown rice, muffins, grains, etc… Prevents getting heart attacks by lowering cholesterol

8 Water Bodies made up 65% water Without water difficult to lose weight
Helps your body be balanced Without water cells can die When dehydrated you get sick

9 Bibliography www.google.ca/ www.kidshealth.org www.ehow.com/


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