The Six Essential Nutrients

Types of Simple Carb

Sugar, white flour, cakes, cookies, jelly, honey

Carbohydrates are

broken down into glucose (sugar) to feed our body's cells. The provide fuel to give our bodies energy

Types of Carbohydrates

simple and complex

What are Food Sources for Fats?

Olive Oil, Vegetable Oil Fish, Nuts Meat, Dairy, Eggs, Butter, Milk

The amount of each nutrient you needs depends on:

Age Activity Level Male or Female Health Condition

What do FATS do?

Build brain cells Help absorb vitamins Insulate our bodies

Nutrients are

Components of food that provide nourishment and help our bodies function

Minerals

Help with specific body tasks, they are found in the earth (soil, sea, rock etc.)

Vitamins in food

Help with specific body tasks. They are made by plants or animals which we take in when we eat them

The SIX Nutrients

Proteins Fats Carbohydrates Vitamins Minerals Water

Nutrition is

The process in which your body uses the food that you eat

Types of Complex Carbs

Whole grains, rice, potatoes, pasta, brewad, fruits & Vegs

Water

is a liquid that helps the body regulate temperature, deliver nutrients to cells and get rid of waste. (8 cups a day is good)