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Nutrients Basics

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






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






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






4. Takes water out of the body






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






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






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






8. Blood is __% water






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






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






11. 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






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






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






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






15. 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






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






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






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






19. Metabolism of amino acids and glycogen






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






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






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






23. Synthesis of blood cells - other metabolic reactions






24. Calories per gram in fat






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






34. 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.)






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






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






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






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






39. Body is ___% water






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






41. 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






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






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






44. 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)






45. Calories per gram in fat






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






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






48. 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)






49. Blood is __% water






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