Nutrients

How many food groups are there?

• 8

• 6

• 3

• 1

The food groups are: __________________

There are _______ essential nutrients.

The macro nutrients are: _________

• Vitamins, carbohydrates and protein

• Carbohydrates, minerals and fats

• Vitamins, minerals and fats

• Protein, carbohydrates and fats

_____nutrients are eaten in large quantities while _____nutrients are eaten in small doses.

Butter and cheese are sources of _____

• Fats

• Protein

• Vitamins

• Carbohydrates

________ is the major nutrient responsible for providing the body with energy.

_____ and _____ are sources of carbohydrate.

• Bread, cereal

• Fish, egg

• Rice, egg

• Cheese, meat