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What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?
What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?
Which of the following is an example of a protein?
Which of the following is an example of a protein?
What is the main function of fats in the body?
What is the main function of fats in the body?
What percentage of an adult's body weight is made up of water?
What percentage of an adult's body weight is made up of water?
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What is the primary function of fiber in the body?
What is the primary function of fiber in the body?
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Which of the following is an example of a phytochemical?
Which of the following is an example of a phytochemical?
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What is the primary function of vitamins in the body?
What is the primary function of vitamins in the body?
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Which of the following is an example of a mineral?
Which of the following is an example of a mineral?
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What is the primary function of additives in food?
What is the primary function of additives in food?
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Study Notes
Macronutrients
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Carbohydrates:
- Provide energy for the body
- Found in: grains, fruits, vegetables, dairy products, and sugary foods
- Examples: starches, sugars, and fiber
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Proteins:
- Build and repair tissues in the body
- Found in: animal products (meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy), legumes, nuts, and seeds
- Examples: casein, whey, and gluten
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Fats:
- Provide energy and help absorb vitamins
- Found in: animal products, oils, nuts, and seeds
- Examples: triglycerides, cholesterol, and phospholipids
Micronutrients
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Vitamins:
- Essential for various bodily functions
- Found in: fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and animal products
- Examples: Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and Vitamin D
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Minerals:
- Important for maintaining proper bodily functions
- Found in: fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and animal products
- Examples: calcium, iron, and potassium
Water and Fiber
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Water:
- Essential for bodily functions, such as temperature regulation and digestion
- Makes up approximately 60% of an adult's body weight
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Fiber:
- Important for digestive health and satiety
- Found in: whole grains, fruits, and vegetables
Other Components
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Phytochemicals:
- Plant-derived compounds with potential health benefits
- Examples: antioxidants, flavonoids, and carotenoids
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Additives:
- Substances added to food to enhance flavor, texture, or appearance
- Examples: preservatives, sweeteners, and colorants
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Test your knowledge of the basics of nutrition, including macronutrients, micronutrients, water, fiber, and other components of a healthy diet.
