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PROTEINS, FATS AND
CARBOHYDRATES
VITAMINS AND
MINERALS
INDIVIDUAL DIETARY
NEEDS
The body needs protein for GROWTH and REPAIR of body
tissues, muscles and blood cells
When the body has excess protein it is
broken down and used as a secondary source of
ENERGY
For information on fats
VEGETABLE or plant sources of protein
include PEAS, BEANS, LENTILS, CEREALS
and NUTS
ANIMAL sources of protein include MEAT, FISH, EGGS, MILK,
CHEESE, YOGHURT
The body needs protein for GROWTH and REPAIR of body
tissues, muscles and blood cells
When the body has excess protein it is
broken down and used as a secondary source of
ENERGY
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VEGETABLE or plant sources of protein
include PEAS, BEANS, LENTILS, CEREALS
and NUTS
ANIMAL sources of protein include MEAT, FISH, EGGS, MILK,
CHEESE, YOGHURT
BAD LUCK!YOU NEED TO
BRUSH UP ON
PROTEINS!
The body needs protein for GROWTH and REPAIR of body
tissues, muscles and blood cells
When the body has excess protein it is
broken down and used as a secondary source of
ENERGY
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VEGETABLE or plant sources of protein
include PEAS, BEANS, LENTILS, CEREALS
and NUTS
ANIMAL sources of protein include MEAT, FISH, EGGS, MILK,
CHEESE, YOGHURT
BAD LUCK!YOU NEED TO
BRUSH UP ON
PROTEINS!
The body needs protein for GROWTH and REPAIR of body
tissues, muscles and blood cells
When the body has excess protein it is
broken down and used as a secondary source of
ENERGY
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VEGETABLE or plant sources of protein
include PEAS, BEANS, LENTILS, CEREALS
and NUTS
ANIMAL sources of protein include MEAT, FISH, EGGS, MILK,
CHEESE, YOGHURT
BAD LUCK!YOU NEED TO
BRUSH UP ON
PROTEINS!
The body needs protein for GROWTH and REPAIR of body
tissues, muscles and blood cells
When the body has excess protein it is
broken down and used as a secondary source of
ENERGY
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VEGETABLE or plant sources of protein
include PEAS, BEANS, LENTILS, CEREALS
and NUTS
ANIMAL sources of protein include MEAT, FISH, EGGS, MILK,
CHEESE, YOGHURT
BAD LUCK!YOU NEED TO
BRUSH UP ON
PROTEINS!
Fats supply the body with a concentrated source of ENERGY
If we eat too much fat it is stored under the
skin and helps to keep us WARM
When fat is broken down it provides the body with essential FATTY ACIDS
Fat helps provide VITAMINS A, D, E, and
K
Fat helps to cushion and PROTECT our
major organs
FUNCTIONS
To find out sources of fat
Fats supply the body with a concentrated source of ENERGY
If we eat too much fat it is stored under the
skin and helps to keep us WARM
When fat is broken down it provides the body with essential FATTY ACIDS
Fat helps provide VITAMINS A, D, E, and
K
Fat helps to cushion and PROTECT our
major organsBad luck! You need to
brush up on the functions of fat.
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Fats supply the body with a concentrated source of ENERGY
If we eat too much fat it is stored under the
skin and helps to keep us WARM
When fat is broken down it provides the body with essential FATTY ACIDS
Fat helps provide VITAMINS A, D, E, and
K
Fat helps to cushion and PROTECT our
major organsBad luck! You need to
brush up on the functions of fat.
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SOURCESANIMAL VEGETABLE
BUTTERCREAMCHEESEMILK
CHIPS FRIED IN FATSNACK FOODS
OLIVE OIL
MARGARINENUTS
SALAD DRESSINGS
CARBOHYDRATES
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ANIMAL VEGETABLEBUTTERCREAMCHEESEMILK
CHIPS FRIED IN FATSNACK FOODS
OLIVE OIL
MARGARINENUTS
SALAD DRESSINGS
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ANIMAL VEGETABLEBUTTERCREAMCHEESEMILK
CHIPS FRIED IN FATSNACK FOODS
OLIVE OIL
MARGARINENUTS
SALAD DRESSINGS
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STARCHES
HIGH FIBRE
LOW FIBRE
WHOLEMEAL BREAD
BEANS AND LENTILS
WHOLEMEAL PASTA
HIGH FIBRE BREAKFAST CEREALS
WHITE FLOUR
WHITE BREAD
WHITE PASTA CORNFLAKES
CARBOHYDRATES PROVIDE
THE BODY WITH A MAJOR SOURCE OF ENERGY. WESHOULD INCREASE THE AMOUNT OF STARCHY,
FIBRE RICH FOODS WE EAT.
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HIGH FIBRE
LOW FIBRE
WHOLEMEAL BREAD
BEANS AND LENTILS
WHOLEMEAL PASTA
HIGH FIBRE BREAKFAST CEREALS
WHITE FLOUR
WHITE BREAD
WHITE PASTA CORNFLAKES
CARBOHYDRATES PROVIDE
THE BODY WITH A MAJOR
SOURCE OF ENERGY. WESHOULD INCREASE THE AMOUNT OF STARCHY,
FIBRE RICH FOODS WE EAT.
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HIGH FIBRE
LOW FIBRE
WHOLEMEAL BREAD
BEANS AND LENTILS
WHOLEMEAL PASTA
HIGH FIBRE BREAKFAST CEREALS
WHITE FLOUR
WHITE BREAD
WHITE PASTA CORNFLAKES
CARBOHYDRATES PROVIDE
THE BODY WITH A MAJOR
SOURCE OF ENERGY. WESHOULD INCREASE THE AMOUNT OF STARCHY,
FIBRE RICH FOODS WE EAT.
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BAD LUCK! YOU NEEDTO BRUSH UP ON STARCH!
HIGH FIBRE
LOW FIBRE
WHOLEMEAL BREAD
BEANS AND LENTILS
WHOLEMEAL PASTA
HIGH FIBRE BREAKFAST CEREALS
WHITE FLOUR
WHITE BREAD
WHITE PASTA CORNFLAKES
CARBOHYDRATES PROVIDE
THE BODY WITH A MAJOR
SOURCE OF ENERGY. WESHOULD INCREASE THE AMOUNT OF STARCHY,
FIBRE RICH FOODS WE EAT.
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MANY FOODS CONTAIN HIDDEN SUGARS WHICH
PROVIDE THE BODY WITH ENERGY BUTHAVE VERY LITTLE
NUTRITIONAL VALUE. SUGARS
WATCH OUT FOR SUGARS INTINNED SOUPS, PASTA SAUCES
AND TINNED VEGETABLES.
HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW YOUR PROTEINS, FATS AND CARBOHYDRATES?
FIZZY JUICE
CAKES
BISCUITS
CHOCOLATE
JAM
SUGAR-COATEDCEREALS
MANY FOODS CONTAIN HIDDEN SUGARS WHICH
PROVIDE THE BODY WITH ENERGY BUTHAVE VERY LITTLE
NUTRITIONAL VALUE.
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UP ON SUGARS!
WATCH OUT FOR SUGARS INTINNED SOUPS, PASTA SAUCES
AND TINNED VEGETABLES.
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FIZZY JUICE
CAKES
BISCUITS
CHOCOLATE
JAM
SUGAR-COATEDCEREALS
1. The body needs protein for:- GROWTH AND REPAIR GOOD
VISION
1. Carbohydrates include both starches andsugars. Which food contains the most starch? PASTA BISCUITS
1. Carbohydrates include both starches andsugars. Which food contains the most starch? PASTA
2. We should increase the amount of starchyfoods in the diet, particularly those:-
LOW IN FIBRE
HIGH IN FIBRE
1. Carbohydrates include both starches andsugars. Which food contains the most starch? PASTA
2. We should increase the amount of starchyfoods in the diet, particularly those:-
HIGH INFIBRE
3. The main function of carbohydrates is tosupply the body with a source of:-
FATTY ACIDS ENERGY
1. Carbohydrates include both starches andsugars. Which food contains the most starch? PASTA
2. We should increase the amount of starchyfoods in the diet, particularly those:-
HIGH INFIBRE
3. The main function of carbohydrates is tosupply the body with a source of:- ENERGY
4. Sweetened juices such as cola contain a considerable amount of:- SUGAR STARCH
1. Carbohydrates include both starches andsugars. Which food contains the most starch? PASTA
2. We should increase the amount of starchyfoods in the diet, particularly those:-
HIGH INFIBRE
3. The main function of carbohydrates is tosupply the body with a source of:- ENERGY
4. Sweetened juices such as cola contain a considerable amount of:- SUGAR
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1. Fats have many functions. The mainfunction is to supply the body with a source of energy.
TRUE FALSE
1. Fats have many functions. The mainfunction is to supply the body with a source of energy.
TRUE
2. Fat is required for growth and repairof body tissues.
TRUE FALSE
1. Fats have many functions. The mainfunction is to supply the body with a source of energy.
TRUE
2. Fat is required for growth and repairof body tissues. FALSE
3. The main sources of fat from animalorigin are butter, cream, milk and cheese.
TRUE FALSE
1. Fats have many functions. The mainfunction is to supply the body with a source of energy.
TRUE
2. Fat is required for growth and repairof body tissues. FALSE
3. The main sources of fat from animalorigin are butter, cream, milk and cheese.
TRUE
4. Rich sources of fat also includescarrots, potatoes and beans.
TRUE FALSE
1. Fats have many functions. The mainfunction is to supply the body with a source of energy.
TRUE
2. Fat is required for growth and repairof body tissues. FALSE
3. The main sources of fat from animalorigin are butter, cream, milk and cheese.
TRUE
4. Rich sources of fat also includescarrots, potatoes and beans.
FALSE
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1. The body needs protein for:- GROWTHAND
REPAIR
2. Excess protein can be used as a secondary source of:- ENERGY HEAT
1. The body needs protein for:- GROWTHAND
REPAIR
2. Excess protein can be used as a secondary source of:- ENERGY
3. Vegetable sources of protein includes:-
PEAS, BEANS AND LENTILS
OLIVE OIL AND MARGARINE
1. The body needs protein for:- GROWTHAND
REPAIR
2. Excess protein can be used as a secondary source of:- ENERGY
3. Vegetable sources of protein includes:- PEAS, BEANS
AND LENTILS
4. Animal sources of protein includes:-
CARROTS AND BROCCOLI
MEAT, FISH ANDPOULTRY
1. The body needs protein for:-GROWTH
AND REPAIR
2. Excess protein can be used as a secondary source of:- ENERGY
3. Vegetable sources of protein includes:-
PEAS, BEANS AND LENTILS
4. Animal sources of protein includes:-
MEAT, FISH AND POULTRY
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Vitamins are VITAL for life. The body requires them in small quantities.There are two groups of vitamins. Click on a vitamin to find out moreinformation.
FAT SOLUBLE VITAMINS
WATER SOLUBLEVITAMINS
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VITAMIN A
VITAMIN D
VITAMIN E
VITAMIN K
VITAMIN C
FOLIC ACID
VITAMIN B1
VITAMIN B2
FUNCTIONS SOURCES
•Required for growth in children
•Assists with good vision, particularlyin dim light
•Protects surface tissues
Animal sources include liver,butter, margarine, cheese, eggsand oily fish e.g. tuna
Plant sources include green vegetables, red and orangefruit and vegetables e.g. carrots and tomatoes.
•Vitamin A found in plant sources acts as anANTIOXIDANT and can help protect against cancer
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FUNCTIONS
SOURCES
•Required for growth in children
•Assists with good vision, particularlyin dim light
•Protects surface tissues
Animal sources include liver,butter, margarine, cheese, eggsand oily fish e.g. tuna
Plant sources include green vegetables, red and orangefruit and vegetables e.g. carrots and tomatoes.
•Vitamin A found in plant sources acts as anANTIOXIDANT and can help protect against cancer
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Also promotes quicker healing of bonefractures.
Vitamin D helps CALCIUMto be absorbed by the small
intestine.
We can obtain VITAMIN D mainly through the action of SUNLIGHT on the
SKIN.
Works with CALCIUM and PHOSPHORUSto form healthy BONES and TEETH.
Food sources includesliver, oily fish,
margarine and egg yolks.
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Also promotes quicker healing of bonefractures.
Vitamin D helps CALCIUMto be absorbed by the small
intestine.
We can obtain VITAMIN D mainly through the action of SUNLIGHT on the
SKIN.
Works with CALCIUM and PHOSPHORUSto form healthy BONES and TEETH.
Food sources includesliver, oily fish,
margarine and egg yolks.
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VITAMIN E IS AN ANTI-OXIDANT VITAMIN WHICH MAY HELP TO PROTECT
AGAINST HEART DISEASE AND CERTAIN CANCERS.
NUTS AND SEEDS
EGGSVEGETABLE OILS
CEREALS, OATMEAL
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THE MAIN FUNCTION OF VITAMINK IS IN THE
CLOTTING OF BLOOD
BACTERIA IN THE BODY
HELPS MAKE VITAMIN K
FOOD SOURCES INCLUDE LEAFY
GREEN VEGETABLES, EGGS AND MILK
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HELPS PREVENT INFECTIONS
HELPS TO ABSORB IRON IN
THEDIET
IS AN ANTIOXIDANT WHICH CAN HELP TO
PREVENTHEART DISEASE AND CERTAIN CANCERS
THE MAIN SOURCES OF VITAMINC ARE FRUIT AND VEGETABLES:-
STRAWBERRIES, ORANGES, LEMONS, BLACKCURRANTS,
GREEN VEGETABLES AND POTATOES
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HELPS PREVENT INFECTIONS
HELPS TO ABSORB IRON IN
THEDIET
IS AN ANTIOXIDANT WHICH CAN HELP TO
PREVENTHEART DISEASE AND CERTAIN CANCERS
THE MAIN SOURCES OF VITAMINC ARE FRUIT AND VEGETABLES:-
STRAWBERRIES, ORANGES, LEMONS, BLACKCURRANTS,
GREEN VEGETABLES AND POTATOES
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•This vitamin is required by the body to produce RED BLOOD CELLS.
•Folic Acid also prevents NEURAL TUBE DEFECTS such as SPINA BIFIDA in the early stages of pregnancy. This is why it is important for pregnant women to take supplements of Folic Acid.
SOURCES•Some breakfast cereals are FORTIFIED with Folic Acid. Other sources include:-
WHOLEWHEAT BREADPULSES SUCH AS PEASBEANS AND LENTILS
DARK GREEN VEGETABLESSUCH AS BROCCOLI
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•This vitamin is required by the body to produce RED BLOOD CELLS.
•Folic Acid also prevents NEURAL TUBE DEFECTS such as SPINA BIFIDA in the early stages of pregnancy. This is why it is important for pregnant women to take supplements of Folic Acid.
SOURCES•Some breakfast cereals are FORTIFIED with Folic Acid. Other sources include:-
WHOLEWHEAT BREAD PULSES SUCH AS PEASBEANS AND LENTILS
DARK GREEN VEGETABLESSUCH AS BROCCOLI
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THIAMIN
HELPS THE RELEASE OF ENERGY FROM CARBOHYDRATES IN THE BODY.
REQUIRED FOR THE GROWTH AND NORMAL FUNCTIONING OF THE NERVOURS SYSTEM.
HELPS TO MAINTAIN MUSCLE TONE.
MEAT, LIVER AND KIDNEY MILK AND
MILK PRODUCTS,
EGGS
CEREALS AND RICE
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THIAMIN
HELPS THE RELEASE OF ENERGY FROM CARBOHYDRATES IN THE BODY.
REQUIRED FOR THE GROWTH AND NORMAL FUNCTIONING OF THE NERVOURS SYSTEM.
HELPS TO MAINTAIN MUSCLE TONE.
MEAT, LIVER AND KIDNEY MILK AND MILK
PRODUCTS, EGGS CEREALS AND RICE
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MILK AND MILK PRODUCTS ARE EXCELLENT SOURCES OF VITAMIN B2.
OTHER SOURCES INCLUDE MEAT AND LIVER, GREEN VEGETABLES AND EGGS.
HELPS THE BODY RELEASE ENERGY FROM PROTEIN, CARBOHYDRATE AND FATS.
ALSO REQUIRED FOR GROWTH IN CHILDREN AND FOR HEALTHY SKIN.
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MILK AND MILK PRODUCTS ARE EXCELLENT SOURCES OF VITAMIN B2.
OTHER SOURCES INCLUDE MEAT AND LIVER, GREEN VEGETABLES AND EGGS.
HELPS THE BODY RELEASE ENERGY FROM PROTEIN, CARBOHYDRATE AND FATS.
ALSO REQUIRED FOR GROWTH IN CHILDREN AND FOR HEALTHY SKIN.
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THE MAIN FUNCTION OF IRON IS IN THE FORMATION OF
RED BLOOD CELLS.
RED BLOOD CELLS HELP CARRY OXYGEN
AROUND THE BODY.
OTHER SOURCES INBCLUDE GREEN LEAFY VEGETABLES AND CEREAL
PRODUCTS.
THE MAIN SOURCE OF IRON IS RED MEAT.
AN IRON DEFICIENCY IS KNOWN AS ANAEMIA.
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THE MAIN FUNCTION OF IRON IS IN THE FORMATION OF
RED BLOOD CELLS.
RED BLOOD CELLS HELP CARRY OXYGEN
AROUND THE BODY.
OTHER SOURCES INBCLUDE GREEN LEAFY VEGETABLES AND CEREAL
PRODUCTS.
THE MAIN SOURCE OF IRON IS RED MEAT.
AN IRON DEFICIENCY IS KNOWN AS ANAEMIA.
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THE MAIN FUNCTION OF THIS MINERAL IS IN THE GROWTH
AND DEVELOPMENT OF BONES AND TEETH.
IT IS ALSO REQUIRED FOR THE CLOTTING OF BLOOD.
HAS A ROLE TO PLAY IN THE FUNCTIONING OF MUSCLES.
MILKYOGHURT CHEESE
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THE MAIN FUNCTION OF THIS MINERAL IS IN THE GROWTH
AND DEVELOPMENT OF BONES AND TEETH.
IT IS ALSO REQUIRED FOR THE CLOTTING OF BLOOD.
HAS A ROLE TO PLAY IN THE FUNCTIONING OF MUSCLES.
MILKYOGHURT CHEESE
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FLOURIDE IS FOUND IN TOOTHPASTES.
IT IS ESSENTIAL FOR THE HARDENING OF TOOTH ENAMEL.
IT ENSURES THAT BONES HAVE THE CORRECT AMOUNT OF MINERALS.
DRINKING WATER AND SEAFOOD ARE ALSO GOOD SOURCES OF FLOURIDE.
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FLOURIDE IS FOUND IN TOOTHPASTES.
IT IS ESSENTIAL FOR THE HARDENING OF TOOTH ENAMEL.
IT ENSURES THAT BONES HAVE THE CORRECT AMOUNT OF MINERALS.
DRINKING WATER AND SEAFOOD ARE ALSO GOOD SOURCES OF FLOURIDE.
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HELPS TO MAINTAIN THE CORRECT BALANCE OF BODY FLUIDS.
EXCESS SALT IN THE DIET IS LINKED TO INCREASED BLOOD PRESSURE.
TABLE SALT, BACON, CHEESE, SAVOURY SNACKS SUCH AS CRISPS ARE ALL RICH SOURCES OF
SODIUM.
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HELPS TO MAINTAIN THE CORRECT BALANCE OF BODY FLUIDS.
EXCESS SALT IN THE DIET IS LINKED TO INCREASED BLOOD PRESSURE.
TABLE SALT, BACON, CHEESE, SAVOURY SNACKS SUCH AS CRISPS ARE ALL RICH SOURCES OF
SODIUM.
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LETS TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE!
1. What is the main function of vitamin A?ASSISTS WITH
GOOD VISION
PREVENTS INFECTIONS
LETS TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE!
6. What is the main function of iron? RED BLOOD CELLFORMATION
MAINTAINING FLUID BALANCE
LETS TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE!
6. What is the main function of iron?
7. Calcium is mainly found in:-
RED BLOOD CELL FORMATION
FRUIT AND VEGETABLES
MILK, CHEESE AND YOGHURT
LETS TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE!
6. What is the main function of iron?
7. Calcium is mainly found in:-
RED BLOOD CELL FORMATION
8. Which mineral is often found in toothpaste and drinking water?
MILK, CHEESE AND YOGHURT
FLOURIDE SODIUM
LETS TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE!
6. What is the main function of iron?
7. Calcium is mainly found in:-
RED BLOOD CELL FORMATION
8. Which mineral is often found in toothpaste and drinking water?
MILK, CHEESE AND YOGHURT
9. Table salt, bacon and crisps are richsources of which mineral?
FLOURIDE
FLOURIDE SODIUM
LETS TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE!
6. What is the main function of iron?
7. Calcium is mainly found in:-
RED BLOOD CELL FORMATION
8. Which mineral is often found in toothpaste and drinking water?
MILK, CHEESE AND YOGHURT
9. Table salt, bacon and crisps are richsources of which mineral?
FLOURIDE
10. Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) helps to releaseenergy from nutrients.
SODIUM
TRUE FALSE
LETS TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE!
6. What is the main function of iron?
7. Calcium is mainly found in:-
RED BLOOD CELL FORMATION
8. Which mineral is often found in toothpaste and drinking water?
MILK, CHEESE AND YOGHURT
9. Table salt, bacon and crisps are richsources of which mineral?
FLOURIDE
10. Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) helps to releaseenergy from nutrients.
SODIUM
TRUE
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LETS TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE!
1. What is the main function of vitamin A?
2. Which vitamin can be obtained from sunlight?
ASSISTS WITH GOOD VISION
VITAMIN C VITAMIN D
LETS TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE!
1. What is the main function of vitamin A?
2. Which vitamin can be obtained from sunlight?
ASSISTS WITH GOOD VISION
3. Vitamin C helps absorb iron in the diet.
VITAMIN D
TRUE FALSE
LETS TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE!
1. What is the main function of vitamin A?
2. Which vitamin can be obtained from sunlight?
ASSISTS WITH GOOD VISION
3. Vitamin C helps absorb iron in the diet.
VITAMIN D
4. Which vitamin is essential for pregnantwomen?
TRUE
FOLIC ACID VITAMIN E
LETS TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE!
1. What is the main function of vitamin A?
2. Which vitamin can be obtained from sunlight?
ASSISTS WITH GOOD VISION
3. Vitamin C helps absorb iron in the diet.
VITAMIN D
4. Which vitamin is essential for pregnantwomen?
TRUE
5. An excellent source of vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)is :-
FOLIC ACID
ORANGES AND APPLES
MILK AND MILK PRODUCTS
LETS TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE!
1. What is the main function of vitamin A?
2. Which vitamin can be obtained from sunlight?
ASSISTS WITH GOOD VISION
3. Vitamin C helps absorb iron in the diet.
VITAMIN D
4. Which vitamin is essential for pregnantwomen?
TRUE
5. An excellent source of vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)is :-
FOLIC ACID
MILK AND MILK
PRODUCTS
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MINERALS ARE REQUIRED BY THE BODY IN SMALL QUANTITIES. THE MINERALSYOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT ARE LISTED BELOW. TO FIND OUT ABOUT EACH
MINERAL JUST CLICK ON THE BOX.
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IRON CALCIUM
SODIUM FLOURIDE
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INFANTS
CHILDREN
ADOLESCENTS
ADULTS AND ELDERLY
PREGNANT WOMEN
VEGETARIANS
Human milk is better for the baby compared to formula / bottle milk.
ADVANTAGES OF BREAST FEEDING
•Contains essential nutrients required for growth and development.
•Easy for the baby to digest.
•Contains ANTIBODIES which helps the baby fight infection
•The milk is free and convenient.
•No preparation is required.
•Milk is at the correct temperature and consistency.
A babies diet consists of MILK for the first few weeks of life.
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During childhood there is an increased demand for nutrients, especially PROTEIN
which is requiredfor rapid growth and development.
Children are very ACTIVE and therefore require ENERGY. Starchy
CARBOHDRATES should be the main source of energy e.g. Wholemeal Bread, Beans, Jacket
Potatoes, Pasta.To ensure correct bone and teeth development,
CALCIUM, VITAMIN D and PHOSPHORUSare essential in the diet. Foods such as cheese, full fat milk, bread and vegetables will provide these
nutrients.
Children are prone to cuts and grazes therefore more VITAMIN C is required to maintain the
body’s Connective Tissue.
Children’s teeth need to be looked after to avoid tooth decay. Sugary drinks must never be given in
bottles as this will rot developing teeth. FLOURIDE in toothpaste and water will help
reduce decay.
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Teenagers are growing fast and have higher ENERGY requirements than adults.
PROTEIN is essential for rapid growth, maintenance and repair of body tissues.
IRON is particularly important for teenage girls due to the onset of
menstruation.
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Adults have a lower energy requirement than teenagers, since they have stopped
growing and are often less active.
Nutrients are required for maintenance and repair purposes
only.
There is a higher risk of diet related problems later on in
life.
A diet with high fibre starchy foods will help keep the digestive system
healthy and prevent CONSTIPATION. Drinking
plenty of fluid will also prevent this.OSTEOPOROSIS is a disease which affects
the bones. Eating plenty of foods rich in calcium, vitamin D and phosphorus will help
prevent bone disorders.Elderly people should be encouraged to eat iron rich foods such as red meat, oily fish,
breads and pulses,to help prevent anaemia. VITAMIN C should be included in an iron rich diet to
increase iron absorption.RETURN TO GLOSSARY
Pregnant women should follow a healthy diet .PROTEIN requirements increase during
pregnancy for the development of the foetus’s body cells.
Foods such as meat, fish, milk, cheese, breads and cereals must be eaten every day.
ENERGY increases during the last three months of pregnancy to allow
for rapid growth of the developing baby. Starchy
CARBOHYDRATES should be the main sources of energy. FOLIC ACID is vital in the early stages
of pregnancy to reduce the risk of a baby being born with a
NEURAL TUBE DEFECT such as SPINA BIFIDA. Good dietary sources
of Folic Acid include fortified breakfast cereals, wholemeal
bread and green leafy vegetables.
Adequate intakes of CALCIUM are important for the development of the
babies bones. VITAMIN Dshould also be included to help
calcium absorption.
Pregnant women should avoid certain foods. These include soft cheeses such as Brie, pate and foods containing raw eggs such as home-made mayonnaise, all of which may contain harmful bacteria.Vitamin A foods such as liver must be avoided as large amounts of vitamin A are harmful to the
developing baby.RETURN TO GLOSSARY
LACTOVEGETARIANS
Do not eat meat, fish, chicken or eggs but will eat DAIRY products.
VEGANS
Do not eat meat, fish, chicken or animal products including dairy
products and eggs.
•Care is required when preparing a vegetarian meal to ensure the correct balance of nutrients.
•Vegetarians eat plenty of fruit and vegetables and wholegrain cereals, therefore their intakeof dietary fibre is higher.
•As lactovegetarians consume dairy products, their PROTEIN intake is still sufficient.
•Vegans require increased calcium which can be obtained from pulses, nuts, fruits and vegetables.
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