Nutrient Revision Flashcard

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What is nutrition?

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The process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.

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Which of the following are considered macronutrients? A) Vitamins, B) Minerals, C) Protein, D) Iron

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Protein

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Fill in the blank: Vitamins and minerals are known as _______.

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micronutrients

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Which of the following vitamins helps support our immune system: Vitamin A, Vitamin B, Vitamin C, Vitamin D?

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Vitamin C

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Fat, Protein, and Carbohydrates are known as _______.

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macronutrients

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Identify the two groups of micro-nutrients.

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Minerals & Vitamins

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Micro-nutrients are essential nutrients required by the body in small amounts. Which of the following is a micro-nutrient? Carbohydrates, Proteins, Fats

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Vitamins

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What is the main function of protein?

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Growth, repair and maintenance of body cells and tissues

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Identify two animal sources and two plant sources of protein.

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Meat, fish, beans, nuts

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What factors can cause someone to have a poor diet? (3 answers) Options: budget/income, If they like fruits or not, Allergies, Peer Pressure

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Peer Pressure