Nutrition Test

Subdecks (2)

Cards (19)

  • 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)