Essential Nutrients

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A carbohydrate is...

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a nutrient that is the body's most preferred source of energy

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What are macronutrients?

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nutrients that provide the body with energy

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A nutrient that builds and repairs body tissues and are used as energy source when carbohydrates and proteins are low are called...

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proteins

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What nutrient is used as the most concentrated (long slow) source of energy for the body?

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fats

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These 2 nutrients do not provide the body with energy (micronutrients) but they are nutrients essential in assisting the body with everyday functions.

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vitamins and minerals

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Substances in food that the body needs for energy, proper growth and maintenance

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nutrients

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The nutritional information listed on packaged foods is called a...

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food label

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A unit of energy contained in food is called a...

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calorie

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How many calories per gram are there in carbohydrates?

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4

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How many calories per gram are there in vitamins?

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0