Food Tech

Protein Function:

Proteins grow and repair body tissues, create enzymes, hormones and antibodies

Protein Types:

Animal meat (complete proteins) Plant based (incomplete proteins)

E.G : beef, chicken, fish, cottage cheese, yoghurt, beans, lentils, quinoa, nuts

Excess Protein:

Strain on kidneys, excess weight gain and dehydration

Protein Deficiency:

Muscle loss, slow healing, weak immune system

Carbohydrate Function:

Provide energy for the body

Carbohydrate Types:

Simple carbohydrates (sugars) complex carbohydrates (starch, fibres)

E. G : bread, pasta, fruit, rice, vegetables, sweets

Excess Carbohydrates:

Weight gain, increased risk of diabetes

Carbohydrate Deficiency:

Fatigue, weakness, poor concentration

Lipid Function:

Energy storage, insulation, protection of organs, helps absorb vitamins

Lipids Types:

Fats, oils, waxes, steroids

E.G : Butter, oil, nuts, seeds, dairy and meats

Excess Lipids:

Heart disease, high cholestral, obesity

Lipids Deficiency:

Dry skin, poor vitamin absorption, and hormonal effects

Vitamin Functions:

Support body processes such as immunity, hearing, vision and immunity.

Vitamins Types:

Water Soluble (Vitamins C, B) and Fat soluble (Vitamins A, D, E, K)

E.G : Fruits, vegetables, fibre, whole grains, dairy and fish

Excess Vitamins:

Water soluble: Usually flushed out of body but too many can lead to nausea or kidney strain and diarehhea

Fat soluble: Can build up and cause toxitity

Vitamin Deficiency:

Vitamin C: Scurvy

Vitamin D: Rickets

Vitamin A: Night blindness

Vitamin K: Bleeding problems

Mineral Function:

Help with bone health, nerve function, fluid balance and oxygen support

Mineral Types:

Major (Potassium, calcium, Sodium), Trace (Iron, Zinc, Copper)

E.G: Dairy, meat, leafy greens, whole grains, nuts

Excess Minerals:

Calcium: Kidney stones

Iron: Organ damage

Mineral Deficiency:

Iron: Anemia

Calcium: Weak bones

Iodine: Thyroid problems

Water Function:

Regulates body temperature, transports nutrients and waste, aids digestion.

Water Types:

No types, but found in water-rich foods and liquids.

E.G: Water, fruits, vegetables, soups

Water Excess:

Water intoxication (rare, can cause confusion and swelling)

Water Deficiency:

Dehydration, dizziness, dry skin, kidney issues