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Block 1 - 2.2.2 Nutrition
Block 1 - 2.2.2 Nutrition
Block 1 - 2.2.2 Nutrition
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Rusul ●
●
Fuels the body
Metabolic rate
● Protein
Energy ● Fat/ lipids
● Carbs Malnutrition
- calorie : Unit of
Stunted growth
energy,
measurement of Eye problem Diabetes
food that is being
consumed Heart Diseases
● Staying Alive
● How fast you are able to burn
fats and calories
Different Factors?
● Body Size
● Gender
● Age
● Food Processing
● Exercise
Angelina
Macronutrients (Protein)
46-75 grams for the
average woman
Requirements
.36 grams/pound
56-91 Grams for the
average man
Autumn Carbohydrates
- food sources
➢ Healthy-
➢ Unhealthy-
Effects:
● Lowers cholesterol ● Insoluble fiber
● Maintain weight
● Controlling blood
sugar levels
Types
Alex
● Vitamin A, C, E
● Beta-Carotene
Antioxidants ● Lycopene
●
●
Lutein
Etc.
Effects
Sources ● Prevent oxidative
stress
● No proven effect of
more = better
● Although, it could
reduce the risk of
vision loss
Electrolytes
How much do we need? Why do we need Electrolytes?
Kira Barringer
Isabella
Calcium: Iron:
Hayley Brown
Micronutrients
● Folate is a vitamin B
nutrient our body needs it to
make DNA.
● Selenium is a particularly
important mineral because it
supports the function of
several systems.
EXTRA OPTIONS -
Micronutrients (include sources, bioavailability, action, deficiency, excess)
- vitamins D, E, K, B12, B6, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, phosphate, magnesium, zinc, iodine,
copper, chromium, manganese, molybdenum