1. Carbohydrates Our bodies main source of energy 60% of our diet
What foods are high in carbs?

2. Carbohyrates Simple Carbs Complex Carbs All of your sugars
Quick energy burst
Sugar Rush/Crash
Examples
Candy
Cake
Soda
Fruit
Complex Carbs
All of your starches
Long-lasting energy
Pasta
Examples
Rice
Bread
Potatoes

3. Fats 2nd source of energy Provides insulation Keeps us warm
Protects important muscles and bones
30% of our diet
What are some foods that contain a lot of fat?

4. Protein
Growth, development and repair of body tissue, especially muscles
10% of our diet
Where do we get protein

5. Vitamins Vitamin A Helps with eyesight, especially at night
found in carrots
Vitamin B
Energy vitamin
converts the energy in food to energy your body can use
Vitamin C
Strengthens immune system
fights off illnesses
found in oranges and citrus fruit
Vitamin D
Builds strong teeth and bones
Helps body use calcium
Sunshine vitamin, also found in milk

6. Water Regulates body temperature Carries nutrients through the body
6-8 glasses of water a day
Cools body off by sweating

7. Calories Measure of energy found in food Everybody Age Gender
Level of physical activity