fats/vitamins/minerals. ldl low-density lipoprotein (“bad” cholesterol) is a chemical that takes...
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Fats/Vitamins/Minerals
LDLLow-density lipoprotein
(“Bad” Cholesterol)Is a chemical that takes cholesterol
from the liver to wherever it is needed in the body
HDLHigh-Density lipoproteins
(“Good” Cholesterol)A chemical that picks up excess
Cholesterol and takes it back to the liver keeping it from causing harm
FatsKnown as Fatty acids
Trans FatsFats produced by food
Processors. They turn liquidFats into solid fats.
Unsaturated Fatty AcidsFat that is liquid at room
temperature
Saturated Fatty AcidsFat that is solid at room temp.Fats that appear to raise the
Level of LDL in the bloodstream
Polyunsaturated FattyAcids
Fats that seem to help lower cholesterol levels
Monounsaturated Fatty AcidsFats that appear to lower LDL
Cholesterol
CholesterolIS NOT A FAT!
It is a fatlike substance present in all body cells that is needed for many essential
body processes.
Vitamins• Essential for growth and maintenance of
normal body functions. Some vitamins are also antioxidants.
Types of Vitamins:1. Water-Soluble Vitamins – are vitamins that
dissolve in water and thus pas easily into the bloodstream in the process of digestion.
2. Fat-Soluble Vitamins – are vitamins that are absorbed and transported by fat.
Vitamin Function SourcesWATER SOLUBLEB COMPLEX(thiamine, niacin, riboflavin, B6 & B12)
C
Needs to be replenished on a daily basis
Growth, red blood cells productions, healthy nervous system, release of energy from foodsGrowth, wound healing, healthy bones and teeth, blood clotting
Meat, eggs, milk, cereal grains, leafy green vegetables
Citrus fruits, tomatoes, leafy green vegetables
FAT SOLUBLEA
D
E
K
Stored in BodyA -Growth, good eyesight, health skinD -Absorption of calcium and phosphorous by the bones and teethE -Stabilizes cell membranes, protects red blood cellsK -Blood clotting, wound healing
A -Green and yellow vegetables, liver, fish liver oils, milk and yellow fruitsD -Milk, eggs and fish and sunlight
E -Vegetable oils, eggs, cereal grainsK -Leafy green vegetables, egg yolks, tomatoes
Minerals• Essential for the regulation of body
processes
Types of Minerals:1. Major Minerals – are minerals needed in relatively
large amounts.
2. Electrolytes – are specific major minerals that work together to maintain the body’s fluid balance.
3. Trace Minerals – minerals needed in very small amounts, but they are just as important as other nutrients
Mineral Function Sources
CalciumBones and teeth
development, normal cell activities
Dairy products, canned fish, dry beans, peas
and lentils, dark green and leafy veg, and tofu
Phosphorous Bone and teeth development, normal
cell activities
Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, nuts, dry beans
and peas, dairy products and grain
products
Iron Proper functioning of red blood cells,
formation of vitamin A
Oats, syrup, beans
Iodine For thyroid gland activity (controls rate
of energy use)
Saltwater fish, iodized salt
MagnesiumCopper
ZincSodium
Potassium
Traces necessary for proper body cell
development, growth, and activity
Whole-grain, green veg, dry beans, nuts,
seeds, fruits, dairy products, meat, liver, fish, eggs and miso (fermented soybean
paste)