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6 Cards in this Set
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Protein: |
Growth, repairs worn out cells, makes enzymes/hormones/antibodies [children,teens,invalids] |
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Carbohydrate: |
Heat and energy, fill you up, stops constipation [adults(fibre), people behind a desk need less] |
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Fat: |
Heat + energy, layer around delicate organs |
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Fibre: |
prevents constipation [elderly] |
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Vitamins: |
A: Growth,linings,eyes B: Growth, nervous system,neural tube defects C: Skin, gums, absorb iron D:Healthy teeth + bones |
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Minerals: |
Iron: haemoglobin Calcium: osteomalacia (rickets) Sodium: water balance in body (ppl with high cholesterol avoid!) |
