Year 10 feburary revision-Nutrients & EWG

What is the rhyme to remeMber all of the nutrients you have learned?

Answer explanation

MY FAT PET CAN'T WALK VERY FAR

What is the function of protein?

Answer explanation

For growth, repair, maintenance of the body's cells, tissues and muscles

What is the function of fat?

• For growth and repair of muscles & tissues

• To protect against disease and infection

• A secondary source of energy, keeps the body warm, protects vital organs.

What is the function of carbohydrate (starchy) and name 2 food sources

Answer explanation

The function is energy.

Potatoes, rice, pasta, cereal

What is the function of carbohydrate (sugar)

Answer explanation

Energy

Honey, sweets, jam, sugar cereal (coco-pops)

What is the function of iron?

What are the sources of iron?

• Chicken, red meat, eggs, green leafy vegetables

• Milk, cheese, yoghurt

• bread, rice, pasta

• Water

What is the function of calcium?

Answer explanation

For strong bones & teeth

What are the food sources of calcium?

• Milk, soya milk, cheese

• Bread, rice, pasta

• Chicken, fish, eggs

What is the function of sodium?

Answer explanation

For fluid balance and the nervous system