Energy, nutrients and digestion

• What are the 3 macronutrients?

  carbs, proteins, fats
• What are the 2 micronutrients?

  vitamins and minerals
• What are those that have free sugars added?

  honey, syrups and juice
• What is fibre?

  Fibre is plant carbs not digested in the small intestine.
• What do starchy foods provide?

  Starchy foods give energy; choose wholegrain options.
• What is protein made of?

  20 amino acids
• How many amino acids do adults need from food?

  8 (more for children) as the body can’t make them.
• What do fat sources include?

  saturated, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats
• What is high saturated fat intake linked to?

  high cholesterol
• Which vitamins are fat-soluble?

  Vitamins A and D
• Which vitamins are water-soluble?

  Vitamins B and C
• Which minerals are essential in small amounts for various functions?

  Calcium, sodium and iron
• Which micronutrient does not come from food?

  Vitamins D , made with sunlight
• What does Calcium support?

  Bones, teeth, blood clotting and muscle function
• What does sodium do?

  Regulates water and substances in the body
• What does iron do?

  Helps form haemoglobin in red blood cells, which carry oxygen and aids metabolism and waste removal
• What do macronutrients provide?

  energy and support growth and maintenance
• Micronutrients are needed in very small amounts.