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Nutrients Basics

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1. Calcium - phosphorus - magnesium - need to absorb most in teenage years - if body doesn't have enough it is withdrawn from body which leads to osteoporosis






2. Major minerals that work together to maintain fluid balance - potassium - sodium - chloride






3. 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






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






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






6. Helps heal wounds and form blood - helps in growth and maintenance of body tissues - (meat - liver - poultry - fish - dairy products - dry beans - peas - whole grain bread - eggs)






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






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






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






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






11. Mono or disaccharides (apple - twinkie - milk - ect)






12. Absorbic acids - increases resistance to infection - maintains healthy teeth and gums - helps wounds heal - keeps blood vessels healthy - (citrus fruits - cantaloupes - green peppers - strawberries - kiwi - mangoes - potatoes - broccoli - cabbage)






13. Vitamin B - converstion of fats - carbs - and protein into energy






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






15. 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.)






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






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






18. 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.)






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






20. Dissolves in water thickens stomach contents (oat products - beans - ect.)






21. Takes water out of the body






22. Synthesis of blood cells - other metabolic reactions






23. Protects other nutrients from damage - helps form red blood cells & muscles - (vegetable oils - whole grain bread and cereal - SPINACH - dry beans and peas - nuts and seeds)






24. We lose ___ quarts of water every day - need to drink 2 quarts (8 cups) of fluid each day






25. Calories per gram in carbs






26. 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






27. Synthesis of blood cells - other metabolic reactions






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






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






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






31. Helps protect the body from cell damage - Vitamins A - C - E - B - (fruits - vegetables - whole grain breads and cereals - nuts)






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






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






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






35. 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






36. 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)






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






38. Vitamin B - amino acid metablosim - new cell synthesis - prevents birth defects






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






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






41. Major minerals that work together to maintain fluid balance - potassium - sodium - chloride






42. Calories per gram in fat






43. Takes water out of the body






44. Dont has all essential amino acids - (rice & beans - peanut butter & jelly sandwich)






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






46. Calcium - phosphorus - magnesium - need to absorb most in teenage years - if body doesn't have enough it is withdrawn from body which leads to osteoporosis






47. Helps heart to work properly (whole grain bread - vegetables - meat - organ meats - fish - shellfish)






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






49. CB - dissolve in water - not stored in body so excess is excreted in urine - too much is bad because kidneys work too hard to remove them






50. 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