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Science, Nutrition 4th grade

Terms in this set (27)

calorie
CHEMICAL ENERGY in foods are measured with this unit, we BURN THIS DURING EXERCISE
fats
LONG LASTING SOURCE OF ENERGY, help your body to use other nutrients and to store vitamins, too much of this can be UNHEALTHY and LEAD TO HEART DISEASE
protein
help your body GROW AND REPAIR CELLS
protein and water
2 most important nutrients for your body
vitamins
keep your body tissues healthy and protect fro illness, found in foods that come from plants and animals, HELP US STAY HEALTHY
carbohydrates
main source of ENERGY FOR THE BODY
my plate
a guideline for a HEALTHY BALANCED DIET
fiber
helps MOVE WASTES through the body
nutrient
a substance that your body needs for energy and growth
digestive system
the body system that breaks down food into simple substances your body can use
five food groups
vegetable, grain, fruit, protein, and dairy
60 minutes
how long you should EXERCISE a day
grain group
wheat bread, pasta, crackers
protein group
peanut butter, meat, greek yogurt, fish, beans, hamburger, nuts
vegetable group
green beans, peas, carrots
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