Nutrition – Foods I Study Guide | Introduction to Food Science & Diet

Nutrition - Foods I [2026]
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1. Carbohydrates Provides your body with its main source of energy. Found in bread, pasta, rice and
sugary foods.

2. Protein Builds & repairs the body, provides essential amino acids. Found in meats, eggs,
nuts and beans.

3. Water Regulates body temperature, hydrates body, lubricates joints, helps with kidneys,
essential for life.

4. Vitamins Helps regulate chemical processes of the body, must be absorbed from food,
needed in small amounts, main sources are fruits and vegetables.

5. Minerals Makes all body functions work; becomes part of the body. Found in a vaiety of
foods like meats, vegetables and milk.

6. Fats Insulates the body, protects body organs, stores some vitamins.

7. Calories Measure the energy value of foods.

8. 3500 Number of calories in a pound.

9. Amino Acids The building blocks of protein.

10. Osteoporosis Caused by lack of calcium.

11. Anemia Caused by lack of iron.

12. Chicken & beef A good source of protein.

13. Fruits & Vegeta- A good source of vitamins.
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14. Red Meats A good source of iron.

15. Milk & Dairy A good source of calcium.
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