1. Nutritional Needs Taking Charge of Your Health…

2. Learning Targets I can identify the 6 nutrient groups. I can explain the functions of the nutrient groups in relation to my health.

3. Nutrition Definitions Nutrient –A–A chemical substance in food that helps maintain the body. (6 Groups) Deficiency –F–Failure to meet your needs.

4. Carbohydrates Chief source of energy!! Helps body digest fats. Types… – Simple Carbohydrates – Complex Carbohydrates Sources – Sugar, Fiber, Starch (Breads, Cereals)

5. Fats Types (based on amount of hydrogen) – Saturated (Bad Fats) – Unsaturated (Good Fats) Carries fat-soluble vitamins. Insulates the body Sources – Butter, egg yolks, bacon, etc.

6. Fat in the Body Cholesterol – Connected to Fat nutrient. – Found in every cell. – Part of skin tissue. – Aids in transportation of fatty acids. – Needed to protect hormones. – Your body makes all that you need…you do not need to ingest cholesterol as part of a healthy diet!

7. Proteins Builds and repairs tissues. Made up of Amino Acids –2–20 total Amino Acids –9–9 are “Essential Amino Acids” Extreme Deficiency – Kwashiorkor –S–Symptoms: Stunted growth, bulging abdomen (Can lead to death). NOT COMMON IN MOST INDUSTRIALIZED NATIONS!

8. Protein Cont. Types – Complete Protein (Has all 9 Essential) Sources: Meat, poultry, fish, eggs – Incomplete Protein (Missing 1 or more) Sources: Grains, peanuts, legumes

9. Vitamins Fat-Soluble – Dissolves in Fat – Builds up in body. – Can reach dangerous levels. (NOT COMMON) – Vitamins A, D, E, K Water-Soluble – Dissolves in Water – Body does not store. – Need daily intake. – Vitamin C and B-Complex Vitamins

10. Minerals Makes up 4% of body weight. Becomes part of the bones, tissues, and body fluids. Types – Macrominerals Calcium, Sodium, Chlorine, Magnesium – Microminerals (Trace Elements) Iron, Iodine, Zinc

11. Water Aids in proper digestion. Helps cell growth and maintenance. Lubricates joints and body cells. Helps regulate body temperature.