1. Nutrition

2. Nutrition
The study of nutrients and how the body uses them

3. Calorie Unit of heat that measures the energy available in foods
Empty Calorie- Food with little to no nutritional value

4. Nutrients
Substances in food your body needs

5. 6 Types of Nutrients Carbohydrates Proteins Fats Vitamins Minerals
Water

6. Carbohydrates Starches and sugars found in foods
Body’s major source of energy

8. Proteins
Builds and repairs cells, tissues, and muscles

10. Fats Gives the body energy Promotes normal growth
Keeps your skin healthy

11. Types of Fat Saturated Unsaturated Plants
Animals
Can increase risk of heart disease
Unsaturated
Plants
Can decrease risk of heart disease

14. Vitamins Substances that help control the body’s functions
Water-soluble=cannot be stored (must be replaced)
Fat-soluble=can be stored

16. Minerals
Helps the body to work properly

19. Water Essential to every body function you have
Makes up over half your body
Vital to life

20. Fiber
Parts of fruits, grains, and vegetables that the body cannot digest
Helps to keep you full longer
Moves wastes out of your system

22. Cholesterol Waxy substance used by the body to build cells
LDL-BAD-Leaves deposits on the walls of blood vessels
HDL-GOOD-Helps lower LDL levels

26. Food Labels

27. My Plate

28. Factors that Influence Food Choices

29. Food Safety

30. Food Safety Clean- Wash hands, surfaces, fruits and vegetables
Separate- Keep raw and cooked foods separated
Cook- Keep hot food hot and cold food cold; Use a food thermometer
Chill- Refrigerate foods promptly