UNIT 1 AOS 3

What are nutrients?

Substance that provide nourishment essentials for the maintenance of growth

What are the 6 nutrients?

1. Carbohydrates

2. Fibre

3. Protein

4. Fats

5. Vitamins

6. Minerals

Examples of carbohydrates?

Rice, bread and pasta

What is fibre + examples?

Acts like a cleanser through the digestive system. Plant based foods such as seeds and fruit

What is protein + examples?

To build, repair and maintain body cells. Such as eggs and tofu

What are fats + examples?

Fuels body energy and main cell membranes. Monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, saturated and trans fats

What is Omega 3 and 6?

Omega 3 promotes elasticity of blood and vessels

Too much of Omega 6 increases risk of obesity

What is Vitamin C + food sources?

Helps form blood vessels, cartilage and muscles + collagen in bones. The body is unable to create and doesn’t last in the body for a long time.

Source: Raw fruits and vegtables

What is Vitamin D + food sources?

Absorbs calcium from intestine to bloodstream. UV rays are converted to vitamin D in skin.

Source: Egg yolks and fish

What is Vitamin B9 + sources?

AKA folate required for cells to duplicate during periods of growth. In pregancy, helps avoid defects

Source: Leafy greens and citrus fruits

What is the mineral Calcium?

Required for the building of bones and hard issue and is important in youth as they experience the greatest increase in bone density

What is the mineral Sodium?

Regulation of fluids in the body including water and blood. High levels draw excess fluid from cells.

Intracellular fluid= fluid in cells

Extracellular fluid= fluid outside of cells

What is the mineral Iron?

An essential part of blood, the part that carries oxygen. Blood volume increases during youth meaning more iron is needed then