| A | B |
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| nutrition | the study of how our bodies use the food we eat to keep us healthy |
| nutrients | the substances in food that promote normal growth, maintenance and repair to your body |
| 6 essential nutrients | Carbohydrates, proteins,fat,vitamin,mineral,water |
| carbohydrates | give you energy to be physically active. |
| simple carbohydrates | are sugars, such as the ones found in candy, fruits and baked goods |
| complex carbohydrates | are starches found in beans, nuts, vegetables and whole grains |
| protein | nutrient needed for the growth and repair of body tissues |
| 2 types of proteins | complete and incomplete |
| complete | type of protein found in meats, poultry, and eggs. |
| incomplete | type of protein found in fish, nuts, dried beans, and milk products |
| fat | nutrient that helps you store energy and vitamins and help your body produce hormones. |
| saturated | type of fat found in meat and animal products |
| unsaturated | type of fat found in plants and fish; you should get most of your fat from this group |
| trans fats | type of fat that is found in fast foods and baked goods |
