Food groups + types of nutrients?

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

  Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins, minerals, fiber, water
• Why is it important to have a mix of nutrients in foods?

  Foods normally contain a mix of different nutrients
• How many calories are in 100 grams of wholemeal bread?

  About 250 calories
• What nutrients does 100 grams of wholemeal bread contain?

  41g carbohydrates, 13g protein, 3g fat
• What are the main nutrient groups in our diet?

  • Carbohydrates
  • Lipids
  • Proteins
• Where are carbohydrates primarily found?

  In starchy foods like bread and pasta
• What is the main reason we need carbohydrates?

  As an energy source
• What are lipids commonly referred to as?

  Fats
• What distinguishes fats from oils?

  Fats are solid, oils are liquid at room temperature
• Where can lipids be found?

  In oily fish, nuts, seeds, dairy, avocados
• What is the main role of lipids?

  To provide energy and store energy
• What are proteins considered to be?

  Building blocks for growth and repair
• Where are proteins primarily found?

  Nuts, seeds, meat, fish, legumes
• When can proteins be used for energy?

  In emergencies when carbohydrates or lipids are low
• What are the differences between vitamins and minerals?

  • Vitamins: Organic molecules made by living organisms
  • Minerals: Inorganic, simpler molecules
• What food sources provide vitamin A?

  Liver and leafy vegetables
• What is the function of vitamin A?

  Good vision and healthy skin and hair
• What foods are high in vitamin C?

  Citrus fruits like oranges
• What does vitamin C prevent?


  Scurvy
• How can the body obtain vitamin D?

  From sunlight and certain foods
• What is the main purpose of vitamin D?

  To help absorb calcium
• What food sources provide calcium?

  Dairy products and leafy vegetables
• Why is calcium important?

  For strong bones
• What condition can result from insufficient calcium?


  Rickets
• What food sources provide iron?

  Red meat, spinach, beans
• What is the role of iron in the body?

  Component of hemoglobin for oxygen transport
• What condition can result from iron deficiency?


  Anemia
• What is fiber classified as?

  A type of carbohydrate
• What is the role of fiber in the diet?

  Helps food move through intestines
• Where can fiber be found?

  Wholemeal foods, fruits, vegetables
• What is the primary source of water?

  Drinks and most foods
• Why is water important for the body?

  For chemical reactions and body composition
• What percentage of the human body is made of water?

  About 70%
• How do we lose water from our bodies?

  By breathing, sweating, and urinating