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Human Nutrition Midterm

Human Nutrition Midterm Introduction, Water, Carbohydrates, Energy, Fruits & Veggies, Proteins, Fiber, Lipids, Cooking Methods, Physical and Chemical Changes, Digestive System

Human Nutrition Midterm Introduction, Water, Carbohydrates, Energy, Fruits & Veggies, Proteins, Fiber, Lipids, Cooking Methods, Physical and Chemical Changes, Digestive System


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Language English
Category Nutrition
Level Other
Created / Updated 29.12.2014 / 29.12.2014
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Nutrition

A science that studies nutrients and other substances in foods and in the body and how these relate to health and disease. Nutrition also explores why you choose particular foods and the type of diet you eat

Nutrients

The nourishing substances in food that provide energy and promote the growth and maintenance of your body

Macronutrients

(Grams) Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids

Micronutrients

(Milligrams & Micrograms) Vitamins, Minerals

Helathy Body contains of:

62% Water
17% Protein
14% Lipids
6% MInerals
1% Carbohydrates
0.002% Vitamins

 

 

 

Structure of Carbohydrates

Carbon
Hydrogen
Oxygen

Energy comes from...

Protein
Carbohydrates
Fat

1 kcal =

= 4.2 kj