Nutrition Test

• Carbohydrates


  Energy for the body (Sugar=Short-term, Grains=Long-term)
• Protein


  Responsible for muscle growth, (Meat, Poultry, Fish, Beans)
• Water


  Hydration in the body and regulate body temperature
• Calcium


  Healthy bone strength and other bodily function (Dairy products)
• Sodium


  Maintain Balance, muscle contractions
• Iron


  Makes hemoglobin and myoglobin (Spinach, Some Cereals)
• Fats


  Absorption of Vitamins and Minerals and gives energy (Avocado, Olive Oil)
• Types of Fats

  Saturated, Trans, Polyunsaturated, Monounsaturated
• Hypertension: abnormally high blood pressure.
• Atherosclerosis


  Build up of cholesterol and plaque in the arteries
• Cholesterol


  Waxy substance in blood, high cholesterol (LCL) leads to Atherosclerosis
• Obesity


  Abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that is a risk to health (30+ BMI)