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What are nutrients?

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Six categories of nutrients

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Structure and function: Carbohydrates are sugars and starches that the body uses for ENERGY!

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Sugars that are quickly digested and provide a BOOST of energy for the body Foods with LOTS of sugar: oranges, milk, cookies, candy

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Starches that are composed of many sugars linked together They provide the body with long-term energy since they are digested more slowly than sugars. Foods with LOTS of starch: rice, beans, potatoes

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Structure: Proteins are made from many amino acids connected together in different arrangements. Function: Provide the building materials your body needs to grow and repair itself

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Functions: ENERGY source for the body (more than carbs and proteins) Help protect and cushion vital organs as well as joints Insulate the body

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Structure: Fats belong to a group of organic compounds called lipids which are substances that do not dissolve in water. Fatty acids are the building blocks of fats.

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Contain fatty acids that are missing hydrogen atoms At room temperature, they are typically in liquid form. Foods with a lot of unsaturated fat: canola, and peanut oils

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Contain fatty acids with the MAXIMUM amount of hydrogen atoms At room temperature, they are typically in solid form.

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Diets with TOO MUCH saturated fat have been known to cause heart disease. Foods with a lot of saturated fat: beef fat, egg yolks, dairy products

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What is a calorie? Calories The energy obtained from carbohydrates, proteins, and fats is measured in units called calories.

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Calorie Calculations Carbohydrates1g = 4 calories Protein1g = 4 calories Fat1g = 9 calories Alcohol 1g = 7 calories

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Minerals and vitamins are called micronutrients since they are needed by your body in SMALL amounts. The minerals and most of the vitamins your body needs must be obtained from the FOODS you eat since your body cannot make them. Micronutrients

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Micronutrients: Minerals Minerals are INORGANIC substances that are required by your body in order to develop and grow properly. Some Important Minerals: Calcium Iron Potassium Magnesium

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Vitamins: Group of complex compounds that help your body maintain normal metabolism, growth, and development Two Groups of Vitamins: Water-Soluble and Fat-Soluble

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Your own diet guidelines to follow for a healthy life!

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Boys 9-131 c. daily Boys 14-182 c. daily Girls 9-181 c. daily

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Boys 9-132 c. daily Boys 14-183 c. daily Girls 9-132 c. daily Girls 14-182 c. daily

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Boys 9-135 oz. daily Boys 14-186 oz. daily Girls 9-185 oz. daily

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GrainsWhole Grains Boys 9-136 oz. daily3 oz. daily Boys 14-188 oz. daily4 oz. daily Girls 9-135 oz. daily2.5 oz. daily Girls 14-186 oz. daily3 oz. daily

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Boys 9-183 c. daily Girls 9-183 c. daily

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Portion control is: Understanding how much a serving size is and how many calories a serving contains. It is important for weight management as the weight is defined by the total calorie intake