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Nutrients Basics

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1. 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






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






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






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






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 Calcium - phosphorus - magnesium - need to absorb most in teenage years - if body doesn't have enough it is withdrawn from body which leads to osteoporosis






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






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






8. Calories per gram in fat






9. Takes water out of the body






10. 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)






11. Metabolism of amino acids and glycogen






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






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






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






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






16. Calories per gram in carbs






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






18. Helps in energy production - builds and renews bones and teeth - (milk - yogurt - cheese - meat - poultry - fish - egg yolks - whole grain bread and cereals)






19. About 20 - 9 essential (one's your body cannot make)






20. Broken down into glucose and stored






21. 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






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






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






24. Body is ___% water






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






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






27. 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)






28. Metabolism of amino acids and glycogen






29. Blood is __% water






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






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






32. 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






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






34. DK






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






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






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






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






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






40. Synthesis of blood cells - other metabolic reactions






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






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






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






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






45. 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)






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






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






48. Calories per gram in fat






49. Biotin - folate - niacin - pantothenic acid - riboflavin - thaimin - Vitamin B-6 - Vitamin B-12 (encriches and whole grain breads and cereals - dairy products - eggs - fruits and vegetables - lean pork - meat - poultry and fish - dry beans - peas - n






50. Body is ___% water






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