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Nutrients Basics

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1. Needed in small amounts - Iron - zinc - copper - iodine - selenium






2. Calories per gram in carbs






3. Helps prevent tooth decay by strengthening teeth (some added to water - toothpaste)






4. Has all 9 essential amino acids - almost all animal sources - (meat poultry - eggs - and dairy products)






5. Calories per gram in fat






6. Vitamin B - synthesis of fat - glycogen - and amino acids






7. Help maintain the bodys balance of fluid - help with muscle and nerve action - Sodium and Chloride (salt) - Potassium (bananas - grapefruit - vegetables - meat - poultry - fish - dry beans - peas - dairy product)






8. Vitamin B - synthesis of fat - glycogen - and amino acids






9. Takes water out of the body






10. DK






11. Not fat - high level increases risk for heart problems - body produces some and gets some from diet - found only in animal sources - (meat - poultry - fish - egg yolks - dairy products) - high blood cholesterol is bad - to lower it eat low in saturat






12. Has all 9 essential amino acids - almost all animal sources - (meat poultry - eggs - and dairy products)






13. Starches and dietary fiber (whole wheat grain products - rice - squash - potatoes - corn - dry beans - peas - lentils)






14. Promote good health - regulate body processes - are part of blood - teeth - and bones - major minerals - electrolytes - trace minerals






15. Calories per gram in fat






16. Blood is __% water






17. Liquid at room temp - plant sources - (vegetable oils - nuts - olives - avacadoes)






18. 4 calories per gram - helps body grow - repair itself - and fight disease - too much _____ is stored as fat - (meat poultry - eggs - and dairy products) - (dry beans - peas - nuts - grains)






19. Vitamin B - metabolism of fats - carbs - and proteins






20. Broken down into glucose and stored






21. Doesn't break down absorbs water and becomes bulky --> regular bowel movements (whole wheat grain products - vegetable / fruit skins)






22. Vitamin B - conversion of carbs into energy - maintenance of appetite and nervous system function






23. Needed in large amounts - calcium - phosphorus - magnesium






24. Takes water out of the body






25. Doesn't break down absorbs water and becomes bulky --> regular bowel movements (whole wheat grain products - vegetable / fruit skins)






26. Build body tissue - regulate body processes - help other nutrients do their jobs - body cannot make energy without vitamins






27. ADEK - dissolve in fat - are stored in fat and liver - too much is toxic






28. Not fat - high level increases risk for heart problems - body produces some and gets some from diet - found only in animal sources - (meat - poultry - fish - egg yolks - dairy products) - high blood cholesterol is bad - to lower it eat low in saturat






29. Iron helps red blood cells carry oxygen to body - without it you get anemia (makes you feel tired and weak) - females need more iron because of reproduction






30. Helps prevent tooth decay by strengthening teeth (some added to water - toothpaste)






31. 4 calories per gram - helps body grow - repair itself - and fight disease - too much _____ is stored as fat - (meat poultry - eggs - and dairy products) - (dry beans - peas - nuts - grains)






32. Needed in large amounts - calcium - phosphorus - magnesium






33. Help maintain the bodys balance of fluid - help with muscle and nerve action - Sodium and Chloride (salt) - Potassium (bananas - grapefruit - vegetables - meat - poultry - fish - dry beans - peas - dairy product)






34. Helps build and renew hemoglobin to carry oxygen to cells - (meat poultry fish and dairy - dry beans and peas - SPINACH - dried fruits - enriched grains)






35. Helps blood clot - (SPINACH - wheat bran - wheat germ - some fruits - egg yolks - liver)






36. Helps digestive track work properly may protect body from heart disease and cancer






37. Gives meals texture and flavor - slows down digestive system which makes you feel fuller longer






38. Vital nutrient 1. carries nutrients in body 2. eliminates waste 3. regulates body temp






39. Vitamin B - energy metabolism - maintenence of skin - mucous membranes - and nervous system structures






40. Promotes growth - promotes health skin & hair - helps eyes adjust to darkness - helps body resist infection - (dairy products - SPINACH - carrots - pumpkin - winter squash cantaloupe peaches - ect.)






41. Helps digestive track work properly may protect body from heart disease and cancer






42. Builds and renews bones and teeth - helps nerves and muscles work properly - (whole grain products - SPINACH - dry beans - peas - nuts and seeds)






43. Helps build strong bones and teeth - enhances calcium absorption - (fortified milk - egg yolk - salmon - mackerel - liver - produced from sunlight)






44. Responsible for body's use of energy (saltwater fish - iodized salt)






45. Iron helps red blood cells carry oxygen to body - without it you get anemia (makes you feel tired and weak) - females need more iron because of reproduction






46. Solid at room temp - animal sources - (butter - fats in meat - poultry and dairy)






47. Starches and dietary fiber (whole wheat grain products - rice - squash - potatoes - corn - dry beans - peas - lentils)






48. Body is ___% water






49. Builds and renews bones and teeth - regulates heartbeat - muscles - and nerves - (milk - yogurt - cheese - SPINACH - canned fish w/ edible bones - dry beans - calcium fortified)






50. Supplies energy - promotes healthy skin and normal growth - carries fat soluble vitamins - cushions organs