Nutrients

Which nutrient should be your main source of energy?

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Give an example of a complex carbohydrate

Which nutrient helps build, repair and maintain muscles and bones?

• Protein

• Water

• Carbohydrates

• Fiber

Give an example of a protien

Osteoporosis is caused by a deficiency of which nutrient?

• Pyridoxine

• Thiamin

• Calcium

• Vitamin A

(a)   is a deficiency disease caused by a lack of iron in the diet

Name an example of a saturated fat

Answer explanation

Unsaturated fats are liquid at room temperature. They are beneficial because they can improve blood cholesterol levels.

This is the study of how your body uses the food you eat

• Nutrition

• Malnutrition

• Nutrient

• Deficiency Disease

A chemical substance in food that helps maintain the body

• Nutrition

• Malnutrition

• Nutrient

• Deficiency Disease

What are the 6 types of essential nutrients?