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Term 2 2024 CAREY
Health Term 2
Nutrition Test
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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)
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