Questions and Answers
Which nutrient supplies the most energy?
What is the primary function of protein?
To build and repair the body.
What nutrient carries nutrients to all parts of the body?
Water
___ comes from honey, sugar, fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grain breads, cereals, potatoes, and rice.
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Vitamins can be made by the body.
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What do minerals help regulate?
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What is a calorie?
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What is cholesterol?
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What defines a nutrient?
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What condition results from having excess body fat?
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What are simple carbohydrates known for?
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What is the role of complex carbohydrates?
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What are essential nutrients?
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What are nonessential nutrients?
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Study Notes
Basic Nutrients Overview
- Fats: Provide the highest energy supply, protect vital organs, and enhance flavor in meals. Stored around muscles, bones, and organs.
- Proteins: Essential for building and repairing body tissues. Common sources include meat, eggs, fish, and peanut butter.
- Water: Transports nutrients throughout the body, assists in digestion, removes waste, and helps regulate body temperature. Comprises nearly 75% of the human body.
- Carbohydrates: Primary energy source for the body. Types include starches and sugars found in honey, fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, potatoes, and rice.
Vitamins and Minerals
- Vitamins: Critical for disease prevention, categorized by letters of the alphabet. Must be consumed through food, as the body cannot synthesize them.
- Minerals: Support growth and maintain overall health. Examples include calcium, phosphorus, and iron, which help regulate various body processes.
Additional Nutritional Terms
- Calorie: Unit of heat used to measure the energy provided by food.
- Cholesterol: Waxy substance present in human tissues, often associated with health risks when levels are elevated.
- Nutrients: Chemical substances necessary for life; they either come from food or are synthesized by the body.
- Obesity: Condition characterized by excessive body fat leading to being significantly overweight.
- Plaque: Accumulation of cholesterol, calcium, and fat in arterial walls, potentially contributing to cardiovascular diseases.
Carbohydrate Types
- Simple Carbohydrates: Rapidly broken down for quick energy bursts but considered unhealthy due to their short-lived effect.
- Complex Carbohydrates: High in fiber and beneficial for digestive health.
Nutrient Classification
- Essential Nutrients: Required for normal body functioning and must be ingested through food sources.
- Nonessential Nutrients: Produced naturally within the body but can also be absorbed via specific dietary sources.
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Description
This quiz covers the first part of the 6 basic nutrients, focusing on fat, protein, and water. Each nutrient is defined along with its functions and importance for the body. Test your knowledge on these essential elements for good health.
