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Nutrients Basics

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1. 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






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






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






4. DK






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






6. Metabolism of amino acids and glycogen






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






8. Takes water out of the body






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






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






11. 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.)






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






13. Metabolism of amino acids and glycogen






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






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






16. Synthesis of blood cells - other metabolic reactions






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






18. Calories per gram in carbs






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






20. Blood is __% water






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






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






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






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 Calcium - phosphorus - magnesium - need to absorb most in teenage years - if body doesn't have enough it is withdrawn from body which leads to osteoporosis






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






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






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






28. 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)






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






30. Body is ___% water






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






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






33. 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






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






35. Synthesis of blood cells - other metabolic reactions






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






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






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






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






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






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






42. 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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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