Intro to Nutrients

Which nutrient is your body's main source of energy?

• Protein

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

• Minerals

Which nutrient helps your body grow and repairs cells?

• Carbohydrates

• Protein

• Fats

• Vitamins

How many essential nutrients are there?

• 2

• 4

• 6

• 8

Which nutrient makes up 60% of your body and is necessary for survival?

• Water

• Minerals

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

Which essential nutrient helps to insulate the body and protect organs?

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

• Protein

• Minerals

What are three of the essential nutrients? check all that apply

• protein

• water

• calories

• minerals

What are three of the essential nutrients? check all that apply

• fat

• carbohydrates

• vitamins

• blood

Building blocks for the body for growth and repair

• fat

• carbohydrates

• protein

• minerals

How does your body get the nutrients it needs?

• Foods we eat

• Supplements you take

Why do our bodies need protein?

• To repair and maintain tissue, recover from illness or injury

• To provide our bodies with energy