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| Frage | Antworten |
| why does the body need carbohydrates | they keep us going and we need a constant supply. they raise blood sugar levels after eating |
| defenition- carbohydrates | provide our body with energy and fuel. our brain, nervous system and red blood cells needs a constant supply to keep working. |
| definitiion- protein | found in every blood cell. |
| why does the body need protein | needed for growth and maintenance of body tissues. provides energy |
| defenition- fat | used as insulation and padding for vital organs |
| why does the body need fat | provides energy and fuel adn fatty acids that you need. two main types of fat- saturated, unsaturated. unsaturated=good, saturated=bad |
| defenition- water | vital nutrient for good health. body weight (60-70%) made up of water. helps to control our body temperature. 8 glasses a day |
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