Nutrients? Carbohydrate, Lipids, Protein, Vitamins & Mineral

• What are the main biological molecules or nutrients needed for a healthy balanced diet?


  Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins, minerals, fiber, and water
• Why is it important to note that foods normally have a mix of different nutrients?


  Because almost all foods contain a combination of nutrients, not just one
• How many calories are in 100 grams of wholemeal bread?


  About 250 calories
• What is the primary role of carbohydrates in our diet?


  To provide energy
• What foods are rich in carbohydrates?


  Starchy foods like bread, pasta, and potatoes, as well as fruits and vegetables
• What are lipids commonly referred to in everyday life?


  Fats
• What is the difference between fats and oils in terms of their state at room temperature?


  Fats are solid, while oils are liquid
• What is the main role of lipids in our diet?


  To provide energy and act as long-term energy stores
• Which foods are high in lipids?


  Oily fish, nuts, seeds, dairy products, and avocados
• What is the function of proteins in the body?


  To act as building blocks for growth and repair of tissues
• What foods are rich in proteins?


  Nuts, seeds, meat, fish, and legumes
• What are vitamins and minerals needed in terms of quantity?


  They are needed in very small amounts
• What is the key difference between vitamins and minerals?


  Vitamins are organic molecules, while minerals are inorganic
• Which vitamin is important for good vision and healthy skin and hair?

  Vitamin A
• What foods are sources of Vitamin C?


  Fruits and vegetables, particularly citrus fruits like oranges
• What disease can be prevented by adequate Vitamin C intake?


  Scurvy
• How can the body obtain Vitamin D?


  From sunlight and foods like eggs and oily fish
• What is the main purpose of Vitamin D in the body?


  To help absorb calcium
• What is calcium and where is it found?

  Calcium is a mineral found in dairy products and leafy vegetables
• Why is calcium important for the body?


  It is needed for strong bones
• What condition can result from insufficient calcium intake or absorption?


  Rickets
• What is iron and where can it be found?

  Iron is a mineral found in red meat, spinach, and beans
• What is the role of iron in the body?


  It is a component of hemoglobin, which transports oxygen
• What condition can develop from iron deficiency?


  Anemia
• What is fiber classified as and what is its role?

  Fiber is a type of carbohydrate that helps food move through the intestines
• Where can fiber be found?


  In wholemeal foods, fruits, and vegetables
• What is the main function of water in the body?


  It is essential for chemical reactions and makes up most of the body
• How much of the human body is made up of water?


  About 70%
• Why do we need to continuously replace water in our bodies?


  Because we lose water through breathing, sweating, and urinating
• What are the main nutrient groups that make up the majority of our diet?


  • Carbohydrates
  • Lipids
  • Proteins
• What are the roles of carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins in our diet?

  • Carbohydrates: Provide energy
  • Lipids: Provide energy and store energy
  • Proteins: Build and repair tissues
• What are the sources and functions of vitamins and minerals?

  • Vitamins: Organic molecules needed in small amounts
  • Minerals: Inorganic molecules needed in small amounts
• What are the roles of fiber and water in the body?

  • Fiber: Helps food move through intestines
  • Water: Essential for chemical reactions and body composition