We are what we eat

Food and Nutrients

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The Process of Digestion The digestive system takes out the nutrients

of food and uses them to build cells and tissue, get energy and keep on working effiently.

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ProteinYour body needs

protein to build tissue (muscles, organs, inmune system)

You get protein from meat, fish and beans.

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CarbohydratesWe need

carbohydrates to get energy

Carbohydrates come from sugar and cereal.

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VitaminsYour body needs

vitamins to work efficiently.

Fruit and vegetables are a source of vitamins.

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CalciumCalcium keeps your

bones strong.We get calcium

from dairy products (milk, yougurt, cheese)

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FiberFiber aids digestion

and keeps your intestines clean.

We get fiber from hard beans, fruit and vegetables.

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FatsA certain amount

of fat is necessary for long term energy supply, to keep body temperature and to cushion joints. But remember too much fat can be dangerous!

There are different kinds of fat:

- Unsaturated fats (butter)

- Saturated fats (olive oit)

- Trans fats.

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PotassiumYou need

potassium to help making proteins and keep blood pressure in balance.

Bananas are a popular source of potassium.

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