Home Economics - Nutrients

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Flashcards on Home Economics - Nutrients, created by Molly Patton on 03/02/2017.
Molly Patton
Flashcards by Molly Patton, updated more than 1 year ago
Molly Patton
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Protein *High Biological Value, Low Biological Value *Growth and repair of cells *Manufacture of hormones, enzymes and anti-bodies
Carbohydrates *Sugar, starch and fibre *Sugar and Starch - provides heat and energy *Fibre - prevents constipation and bowel disorders, gives a feeling of fullnes and helps movement of food through the body
Fats *Saturated fats, Unsaturated fats *Provide heat and energy *Insulates the body *Protects delicate organs eg. kidneys
Vitamins -B group *Water-soluble *Release energy from food, healthy nerves, help prevent neural tube defects (spina bifida) in unborn child
Vitamins - C *Water-soluble *General health, healthy skin and gums, helps to heal wounds and absorb iron
Vitamins - A, D, E, K *Fat-soluble *A - Growth, healthy eyes, skin and lining of nose and throat *D - Healthy bones and teeth *E - Healthy red blood cells *K - helps blood clot
Minerals *Calcium - strong teeth and bones *Iron - make healthy red blood cells *Sodium (Salt) - controls water balance in body *Flourine - healthy teeth
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