Nutrition Vocab Review

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Chemical process of breaking down food and releasing energy

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Metabolism

Front

Energy released by food or drink

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Calorie

Front

A nutrient is essential for regulating bodily functions, promoting growth, repairing tissues, and obtaining energy.

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True

Front

Saturated fats at room temperature?

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Solid

Front

Types of fats with positive health effects:

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Unsaturated

Front

Waxy substance from food

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Cholesterol

Front

Fat-soluble vitamins

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Stored in Fat

Front

Nutrients needed in small amounts

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Micronutrients

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Main purpose of proteins: build & repair muscle

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True

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Amino Acids

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Molecules found in proteins.