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Jaana Parsons Computers 8
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Carbohydrates Provides energy Provide the body with fuel it needs Regulates blood glucose Flavours and sweetens Broken down slowly in our body Two types -simple (sugars) -complex (starches) Carbs are in… -grains, fruits, veggies, etc…
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Fats Provides energy Maintains healthy skin/hair Fatty acids are essential nutrients Essential fatty acids in our foods is key to optimal health Three types -Unsaturated (Good) -Saturated (Bad) Fats are in… -Spreads, fast foods, baked goods, etc.
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Protein Maintains body structure Creates cell attachment Stores energy The human body is about 45% protein Two types -Complete (Amino acids) -Incomplete (No amino acids) Protein is in… -Meat, cheese, beans, etc…
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Fibre Reduces blood sugar Lowers total cholesterol Not fibrous Forms a gel when mixed with liquid Two types of fibre… -Soluble (Moves bulk) -Insoluble (Does not move bulk) Fibre is in… -Fruits, veggies, nuts and seeds, etc…
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Vitamins Maintains healthy teeth Forms red blood cells No particular type of drinking water Organic compound Two types -Fat soluble (A, D, E, K) -Water soluble (B, C) Vitamins are in… - Meat, Veggies, Dairy, etc…
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Dietary Minerals Maintains tooth enamel Metabolizes sugar Chemical elements Primary minerals Minerals are in… -Fruits, nuts/seeds, veggies, etc… 2 Types -Major (Need) -Minor (Sort of need)
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Water Regulates body temperature Maintains body muscle tone Half of world's wetlands have been lost since 1900 Main fluid of body Only one type of drinking water Water is in… -Garlic -Grapefruit -Peppermint
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