How Nutrients Become YOU

Lacking adequate nutrition during periods of growth may affect a person's learning abilities and behavior patterns.

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The epiglottis keeps food from entering the trachea.

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Liquids leave the stomach before solids.

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ATP is the body's store of energy that is ready for immediate use.

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Emotions, such as anger with a friend or tension over a test, can have a negative effect on digestion.

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The amount of physical activity a person gets has little effect on his or her digestion and metabolism.

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Carbohydrates perform more important functions in the body than fats do.

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Without nutrients in the diet, the body cannot grow, maintain cells, or repair tissue.

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A lack in essential nutrients can affect a person's achievement of genetic height potential.

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Saliva is necessary to help break down foods during digestion.

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