Download Nutrition Notes 10.1 & 10.2

 OBJECTIVES:
-EXPLAIN why the body needs nutrients.
-IDENTIFY factors that influence which
foods you choose.
-EXPLAIN factors of healthy nutrition
 NUTRITION: Study
body uses them.
 Weight
of nutrients and how the
Control
 Growth Development
 Academic/Job Performance
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Sufficient protein and fat intake is vital to higherorder brain function the ability to concentrate

An even level of blood sugar, can keep children
alert throughout the school day.
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A nutritious diet can improve your performance
 Part
of the job of a child's body is to grow
into an adult.
 Poor nutrition during development years
can mean weaker bones, organs and
thinking.
Not enough amounts of key vitamins and
minerals over an extended time.
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Most adults live by the habits they developed as
children. (Cooking skills, Out to eat, Types of
foods ate)
Adults who eat according to healthy nutrition
guidelines are at a significantly reduced risk for
health problems.
 osteoporosis, stroke, diabetes, heart disease

The positive body image that comes from good
nutrition can also lead to lower risk for anxiety,
depression and eating disorders as an adult.
 PSYCHOLOGICAL
desire for food.
(MIND)
Body might not need the fuel at the time.
 Body’s
PHYSICAL need for food.
 Important
to know the difference so that
you will know why you will eat.
 NUTRIENT: Substances
found in food
that your body needs.
 Factors
that affect nutrient needs:
• Age/General Health/Gender/Activity Level
 What
are nutrients role for the body?
• Build new tissue
• Repair damaged cells
• Produce energy
 Explain
how appetite can affect which
foods you choose to eat.
 What
do Nutrients do for your body?
How is it possible to have plenty of food
and yet be poorly nourished?
 Objectives:
• Identify the 6 classes of nutrients;
• Explain ways your body uses nutrients
 Recall: What
is a Nutrient?
 Six
classes of nutrients
• Carbohydrates
• Proteins
• Fats
• Vitamins
• Minerals
• Water
• BUT WHEN AM I EVER GOING TO NEED TO USE
THIS STUFF IN REAL LIFE?
 SUGARS
AND STARCHES THAT ARE
NATURALLY FOUND IN FOODS.
 45%
- 65% OF YOUR DAILY INTAKE
 FRUITS, VEGETABLES, GRAINS,
• FIBER: The parts of fruits, vegetables, grains,
and beans that your body cannot digest.
• Helps push other foods along digestive tract
• Why Fiber? To reduce certain types of cancer or
heart disease.
 Nutrients
your body uses to build, repair,
and maintain cells and tissues.
 Sore
muscle for a few days then gets
better after a few days of rest. You have
experienced “repair” proteins at work.
 Found
in animal based products such as:
meats, poultry, and dairy
 Help
with healthy skin, cell growth and
carry vitamins around body
 Types:
• SATURATED FAT: SOLID AT ROOM TEMP.
These are not good for your overall health.
• Too much can cause heart disease
• UNSATURATED: Remain a liquid at room
temp. Good Fat. Plant based foods: olive oil,
nuts, avocados
2
THINGS: FAT LIKE SUBSTANCE IN
FOOD AND A FATTY SUBSTANCE IN
BLOOD.
 Comes from animal based foods.
 You need some cholesterol but not too
much.
 Eating too much SATURATED FAT raises
blood cholesterol which can lead to heart
disease.
 Arteries
Are Like Garden Hoses
• They come in different sizes
• Too much “ water mineral” deposits over time
and the hose can become clogged
 VITAMINS: Substances
that help your
body fight infections and us other
nutrients. (TYPES: A, B, C, D, E)
 MINERALS: Elements
that help form
healthy bones and teeth and regulate
certain body processes
(TYPES: CALCIUM, IRON, POTASSIUM)
 Vitamin
& Mineral supplements ARE
NOT a shortcut to good nutrition.
 Supplements
can result in too much of some
vitamins & minerals which are eliminated from
the body in urine.
 Too
much fat soluble vitamins are stored by the
body and can lead to health problems.
 FUNCTIONS:
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Regulates body temp and blood circulation
Carries oxygen & nutrients to cells
Removes toxins from body
48 ounces of water intake daily. Spread throughout the
day.
 Dehydration: Lack
of water in the body
• Muscle Cramps/Fatigue/Lack of Focus
 LIST THE
6 CLASSES OF NUTRIENTS
 WHAT
IS FIBER? WHAT ROLE DOES IT
PLAY IN THE BODY?
 ANALYZE: HOW
CAN THE FOOD YOU
CHOOSE TO EAT TODAY AFFECT YOUR
HEALTH IN THE FUTURE?