Macromineals/nutrients + Trace minerals

What are 3 examples of macronutrients?

1. Fats

2. Carbohydrates

3. Protiens

What are carbs?

The primary source of energy for the body

Example: bread, rice, pasta

What are Fats?

Essential for building and repairing tissues, including muscles and organs.

Example: meat, poultry, fish

What are proteins?

Provides long-term energy, supports cell function, and helps absorb fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K)

Example: oils, nuts, diary products

What are health risks for added sugar?

• Fluctuating energy levels

• Tooth decay

• Increased levels of bad cholesterol

• Decreased levels of good cholesterol

• Complications with diabetes

What are three examples of trace minerals?

• Iron

• Maganese

• Copper

What does iron do as a trace mineral?

Helps provide oxygen to muscles and assists in the
creation of certain hormones

What does maganese do as a trace mineral?

Helps assists in carbohydrate, amino acid and cholesterol metabolism

What does copper do as a trace mineral?

Helps put the connective tissue in formation, as well as normal brain and nervous system function

What are three examples of macro minerals?

• Calcium

• Sodium

• Chloride

What does calcium do as a macro mineral?

Necessary for proper structure and function of bones and teeth. It assists in muscle function and blood vessel contraction

What does sodium do as a macro mineral?

It acts as an electrolyte that aids fluid balance and maintenance of blood pressure

What does chloride do as a macro mineral?

Often found in combination with sodium. Helps maintain fluid balance and is used to make digestive juices