2. Nutrition By Connor Lucier and Mason Lin Computers 8

3. Two types carbohydrates –Complex carbohydrates ( starch ) –Refined ( grains ) Gives energy Fiber makes feel full Made of Hydrocarbon Molecules Body breaks down into sugars

4. Important part healthy diet Nutrients in food –Build nerve tissue – Hormones Food flavor and texture –High calories Many health problems

5. Sources beef, poultry, fish, eggs, Muscles, immune system are proteinimmune system make hemoglobin Body makes specialized protein molecules EAT LOTS OF PROTEIN

6. Dietary fibre part all plant Boys 9-13 years: 31 g Girls 9-13 years: 26 g promotes regularity reduce risk cancer heart disease prevents constipation

7. whole-grain breads and cereals Fruit Vegetables green peas legumes artichokes almonds

8. Makes skin and hair look great Free Gives your body more power Helps your digestion Least 8 cups daily Contains no calories Water first choice

9. Vitamins make people's bodies work properly Two types: fat-soluble and water-soluable fat-soluble ( stored in fat and liver) Water-soluble (not stored must be replenished) Water-soluble needs to dissolve in water first Needs for growth Boost the immune system

10. Vitamin A prevents eye problems promotes a healthy immune system sources of vitamin A are milk, eggs, liver Quantity Teen guys need 900 micrograms of each day Quantity Teen girls need 700 micrograms each day can build up in the body causing headaches, skin changes, or even liver damage.

11. Vitamin B12, B6, B1, B3, B2,B9 these vitamins work together to support functions Each vitamin performs different functions Depending on its structure, features and sources Vitamin B complex consists 8 water soluble vitamins Teen guys need 400 micrograms daily

12. ` helps protect cells from damage is important for the health of red blood cells Vitamin D strengthens bones it helps the body absorb bone-building calcium Vitamin C is needed to form collagen Need 75 mg for every one

13. Types Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Zinc minerals make people's bodies work properly are from food you eat daily Some food have more than others people needs it to grow Makes you healthy

14. Iron helps red blood cells carry oxygen Iron-rich foods include red meat, pork, fish Symptoms of iron-deficiency anemia include weakness and fatigue Teen guys need 11 mg of iron a day teen girls need 15 mg

15. Is important for normal growth Is important for strength and muscles You'll find zinc in red meat, poultry, oysters is good for healing You need 11mg per day

16. Is vital for building strong bones and teeth Time to build strong bones is during childhood Find calcium in yogurt, cheese Teen need 1,300 mg

17. Helps with muscle and nervous system function Maintain the balance of water every cell needs phosphorus to function normally Phosphorus helps form healthy bones and teeth It helps the body make energy helps muscles and nerves function steadies the heart rhythm

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