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13 Cards in this Set
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why needed: Carbohydrates (CHO)
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primary source of heat and energy and are a basic building block
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why needed: PROTEINS
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tissue growth and repair.
body’s backup source of energy when low on CHO. break down into amino acids (or nitrogen- hence, + Nitrogen Balance☺), which the body doesn’t store. |
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why needed: FIBER ;Insoluble fiber
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increases BMs and decreases certain cancer risks
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why needed: FIBER ;soluble fiber
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helps regulate glucose levels and lower cholesterol.
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why needed: FATS
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Insulate the body and protect organs
major source of fuel also the vehicles for transportation of fat-soluble vitamins |
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trans fats do?
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stick to the inside of vessels and turn the blood into “molasses”.
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why needed: Triglycerides
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body’s storage form of fatty acids and also known as lipids.
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why needed: Cholesterol
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aids in hormone production
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why needed: CALCIUM
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aids in blood clotting and transmission of nerve impulses
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food sources: CHO
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complex- such as whole grain breads, beans, brown rice
SIMPLE-popcorn, potatoes, and cookies or doughnuts |
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food sources: protein
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Fish or poultry
Vegetable sources such as beans, nuts, and whole grains are even better |
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food sources: fiber
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fresh fruits and vegetables, nuts and legumes, and whole-grain foods
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food sources: calcium
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dairy products, seeds, nuts, fish with small bones (sardines, salmon)
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