Health 7: Nutrition

Chemical substances that give your body what it needs to grow and function properly

• Amino Acids

• Nutrients

• Fiber

• Hormones

This describes nutrients needed in large amounts.

• Macronutrients

• Micronutrients

• Essential Nutrients

• Amino Acids

This describes nutrients needed in small amounts.

• Macronutrients

• Micronutrients

• Essential Nutrients

• Water-Soluble

Which are considered Micronutrients?

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

• Vitamins

• Fats

Which are considered Macronutrients?

• Fats

• Vitamins

• Minerals

• Water

Which essential nutrients is a major source of energy for the body?

• Carbohydrates

• Vitamins

• Minerals

• Water

This refers to a tough, complex carbohydrate that the body is unable to digest.

• Cholesteral

• Simple Carbohydrate

• Fiber

• Trans Fat

Sugars are _____ carbohydrates while starches are _____.

• smooth, pointy

• good for you, bad for you

• macronutrients, micronutrients

• simple, complex

The main function of this essential nutrient is to build and maintain all of its cells and tissues.

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

• Fats

• Vitamins

All proteins are made up of smaller chemical units called _____.

• Amino Acids

• Vitamins

• Minerals

• Calories