function of nutrients

The purpose of carbohydrates is:

• to provide a layer of insulation for protection.
• to boost the immune system and fight off infection.
• to provide the body with energy.
• to help us get a good night's rest.

Examples of simple carbohydrates include:

• Butter, avocado, eggs
• Protein foods: meat, nuts, beans
• Whole wheat pasta, fruit, oatmeal
• Juice, soda, candy

Examples of complex carbohydrates include:

• Soda, energy drinks, juice
• Whole wheat bread, vegetables, rice
• Lean chicken, fish, peanut butter
• Simple carbohydrates like sugar

Promotes repairing and rebuilding of muscle tissue

• Protein

• vitamins

• minerals

• fats

The body's main source of energy

• Protein

• Vitamins

• minerals

• Carbohydrates

This nutrient helps keep your bones and teeth strong

• vitamins

• carbohydrates

• Minerals

• Fats

Fats that are found in many animal products

• Unsaturated fats

• Trans fats

• Saturated fats

• minerals

Fats that come from plant sources

• Unsaturated fats

• Trans fat

• Saturated fat

• minerals

Which nutrient carries nutrients to cells and waste from the body?

• carbohydrates
• proteins
• fats
• water

There are two types of fats.  What are they?

• Vitamin B and Vitamin C
• Calcium and Magnesium
• Saturated and Unsaturated
• Complex and Simple