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Notes: Notes:
The Six The Six
NutrientsNutrients
Nutrients are the parts of the food that the body uses for energy and growth.
There are 6 types of nutrient molecules
W A T E R.W A T E R.
W A T E R.W A T E R.
W A T E R.W A T E R.
Simple carbohydrates (sugars) give quick, short term energy
What does fiber do for the body?
What does fiber do for the body?
What are proteins used for? What are proteins used for?
b) making chemicals like hormones and enzymesb) making chemicals like hormones and enzymes
a) building and repairing cells
What are proteins that come from animals?What are proteins that come from animals?
MeatEggsCheeseMilkfish
BeansSeedsnuts
Should get _10-15_% of your diet from protein.
What do fats do in the body?What do fats do in the body?a) build cellsb) protect the organsc) store/provide energyd) help the body stay warm
Saturated Fats are __solid__ at room temperature. Saturated Fats are __solid__ at room temperature.
Which is the one type of fat you should avoid?Which is the one type of fat you should avoid?
Trans-fats
a)Hydrogenating oils = making a liquid oil into a solid (margarine, crisco etc..
b) Cooking oils too long causing them to turn ORANGE
Trans fats may cause CANCER or HEART DISEASE
Quick chemistry lesson…
Vitamins are compounds made by living thingsVitamins are compounds made by living things
Minerals are elements from _rocks_ that get into __plants___ from the soil.
Minerals are elements from _rocks_ that get into __plants___ from the soil. example: calcium, iron, zinc, etc..
Similarities:Both are vitally important yet are needed in __ only small amounts__
Similarities:Both are vitally important yet are needed in __ only small amounts__