6 Essential Nutrients

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What are the 6 essential nutrients?

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1. Carbohydrates 2. Proteins 3. Fats 4. Vitamins 5. Minerals 6. Water

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What type of protein are meat, fish, and eggs?

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Complete protein

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What nutrient helps build and repair body cells?

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Protein

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What nutrient provides energy to the body?

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Carbohydrates

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What type of protein are wheat, beans, and veggies?

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Incomplete protein

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What is a complex carbohydrate?

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A carbohydrate that provides long-lasting energy, e.g., bread, pasta.

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What is a simple carbohydrate?

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A carbohydrate that provides quick energy, e.g., sugar.

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What nutrient is important for growth and development?

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Proteins

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Which nutrient helps regulate body processes?

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Vitamins

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What is the role of fats in the body?

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Fats provide energy and help absorb vitamins.

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