It is the process the body uses to break down food into nutrients. The body uses the nutrients for energy, growth, and cell repair.
digestion
It is the assimilation by living organisms of food materials that enable them to grow, maintain themselves, and reproduce.
Nutrition
What are the six essential nutrients?
carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water.
They are the body’s primary fuel. They provide energy for your muscles and the central nervous system during movement and exercise.
Carbohydrates
Some tropical oils – such as palm oil, palm kernel oil and coconut oil – contain saturated fat that can increase bad ...
cholesterol
Fish, nuts, oils and avocado are health sources of...
fat
it is a unit of energy. They refer to the energy people get from the food and drink they consume, and the energy they use in physical activity.
calorie
What are the types of fats?
saturated fats, unsaturated fats, trans fats
Give 5 examples of vegetables which are NOT green.
bell peppers, tomatoes, onion, garlic, ginger, raddish
a mineral most often associated with healthy bones and teeth
Calcium
Chemicals that are used to stop food from going bad.
preservatives
any dye, pigment, or substance that imparts color when it is added to food or drink.
Food coloring, or color additive
How many vitamins are there?
13 vitamins
