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Nutrients

Nutrients. Carbohydrates. Function: Provide ENERGY for the body Structure: Carbohydrates are sugars and starches Found in : rice, beans, potatoes, fruits, vegetables, pasta, breads, grains. Proteins. Function: Provide the building materials your

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Nutrients

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  1. Nutrients

  2. Carbohydrates Function: Provide ENERGY for the body Structure: Carbohydrates are sugars and starches Found in : rice, beans, potatoes, fruits, vegetables, pasta, breads, grains

  3. Proteins • Function: Provide the building materials your body needs to grow and repair itself • Structure: Proteins are made from many amino acids • Found in: Legumes, nuts, whole grains, fish, meat, eggs, milk, cheese

  4. Fats • Functions: • ENERGY source for the body (more than carbs and proteins) • Help protect and cushion vital organs as well as joints • Insulate the body • Structure: • Fats belong to a group of organic compounds called lipids which are substances that do not dissolve in water. • Fatty acids and lipids are the building blocks of fats. • Found in : beef fat, egg yolks, dairy products, canola, safflower, and peanut oils

  5. How many servings should I eat based on the Food Pyramid? • Fats, sweets and oils: less than 10% of what you eat daily • Milk, Yogurt and Cheese Group: 2-3 Servings • Meat, Poultry, Fish, Dry Beans, Eggs and Nuts Group: 2-3 Servings • Vegetable Group: 3-5 Servings • Fruit Group: 2-4 Servings • Bread, Cereal, Rice, and Pasta Group: 6-11 Servings

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