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Nutrients

Nutrients. Functions in the body Foods they are found in. Nutrients. The main nutrients are proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and minerals. Each nutrient has a different purpose or function in the body. Protein. Proteins assist with growth and repair of the body cells.

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Nutrients

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  1. Nutrients Functions in the body Foods they are found in

  2. Nutrients The main nutrients are proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and minerals. Each nutrient has a different purpose or function in the body.

  3. Protein • Proteins assist with growth and repair of the body cells. • HBV Protein (high biological value i.e. containing all essential amino acids) are found in animal products like meat, fish, cheese, milk and eggs. Vegetablesources include soya-beans. • Pulses and nuts are also good sources of protein.

  4. Fats • Fats help to provide concentrated sources of energy and help to insulate the body in cold weather. There are two main types. • Saturated fats are usually obtained from animal sources, for example butter and lard. The exceptions are coconut and palm oils. • Polyunsaturated / monounsaturated fatscome from vegetable sources, such as sunflower oil, olive oil, vegetable oils

  5. Carbohydrates • Carbohydrates are needed to give the body energy. There are two types of carbohydrate - starch and sugar. • Starch is found in cereals – wheat / rice / maize or cornflour / potatoes, pasta and flour. • Sugar is found in fruit, vegetables, honey, milk and malt products.

  6. Vitamins Vitamins • Vitamins are needed in very small amounts for growth and health. The main vitamins are vitamin A, the B complex of vitamins, vitamin C and vitamin D.

  7. Vitamin A Needed for..... • - good vision • - healthy skin • - growth Found in.... • - green and yellow vegetables • - dairy products

  8. B-group vitamins B vitamins - thiamin, riboflavin and niacin Needed for • - release of energy from foods • - healthy skin Found in • - breads • - milk • - eggs Vitamin B12 Needed for • - red blood cells • - meat • - milk • - yeast

  9. Vitamin C Needed for..... • - healthy skin / mucous membranes • - protects cells • - helps absorb iron Found in • - fruit (lots in citrus fruits) • - vegetables • - potatoes

  10. Vitamin D Needed to ....... • - helps absorb calcium • - form strong teeth and bones Found in....... • - margarine • - oily fish • - Sunlight

  11. Minerals • Minerals • Minerals are needed in small amounts to help the body function properly and stay strong. Calciumand iron are two important minerals.

  12. Calcium Needed for............ • the growth of healthy teeth and bones. Found in............. • milk, cheese, eggs, wholegrain cereals, green vegetables, bread and tofu.

  13. Iron Needed for............ • the formation of red blood cells. Found in........ • red meat, green vegetables, eggs, lentils and bread. • Other minerals • Other minerals that the body needs include potassium, sodium, magnesium and zinc.

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