Nutrients

What are the main nutrients in foods that are needed by the body to be healthy?

• Calcium, sodium, potassium and iron

• Carbohydrates, proteins, fats, minerals, vitamins.

• Whole grains, starchy vegetables and fruit

• vitamin A, D, E and K

Why are carbohydrates important for a healthy body?

• They build and repair body tissue.

• They help absorb vitamins.

• They are the main source of energy for the brain.

• They regulate body functions.

What are the healthiest sources of carbohydrate?

• Whole grains, starchy vegetables and fruit.

• Lean meat, low fat dairy, eggs, legumes and beans.

• Fish, nuts, plant based oils, avocado and seeds.

• Vitamins A, D, E and K

What is the main purpose of protein in the body?

• The main source of energy for the brain.

• Regulates body functions.

• The building blocks of hormoes and cell membranes.

• To build and repair body tissue.

What are some of the healthiest sources of protein?

• Lean meat, low fat dairy, eggs, legumes and beans.

• Whole grains, starchy vegetables and fruit.

• Fish, nuts, plant based oils, avocade and seeds.

• Calcium, iron, sodium and potassium.

What is the main purpose of fats in the body?

• They help the body absorb fat soluble vitamins.

• To build and repair body tissue.

• Main source of energy for the brain.

• Regulate body functions.

What are the healthiest forms of fat?

• Calcium, iron, sodium and potassium.

• Fish, nuts, plant based oils, avocado and seeds.

• Lean meat, low fat dairy, eggs, legumes and beans.

• Whole grains, starchy vegetables and fruit.

What is the main purpose of vitamins and minerals in the body?

• Source of energy for the brain.

• Build and repair body tissue.

• They help regulate body functions, like muscle contractions etc...

• They help the body absorb fat soluble vitamins.

What vitamins can't be stored long in the body because they are water soluble?

• Vitamins A, D, E and K most types of Vitamin B

• VitaminB and Vitamin C

• Calcium, iron, sodium and potassium.

• Vitamin D

Which vitamin comes mainly from the action of sunlight on your skin?

• Vitamin A

• Vitamin B

• Vitamin K

• Vitamin D