NUTRITION WEB ACTIVITY

 

Go to the Dream Weaver Nutrition Website.  http://www.teachnet.ie/gmcweeney/2003/

 

1. List the 6 nutrients found in foods.
2. Click on each nutrient and as you read about them describe their:
1. Composition
2. Do they provide calories?
3. Sources
4. Functions
5. Result of deficiency
6. Also answer the additional questions below.

 

Proteins –

1. What is the difference between high biological and low biological proteins?

 

Fats –

1. What is the difference between the sources of the two types of fats?
2. What can you do to cut down on saturated fats in your diet?

 

Carbohydrates –

1. List the types of carbohydrates in the composition of carbohydrates section and their specific uses.
2. Why are sugars considered to be “empty kilocalories”?

 

Water -

1. How much water do you lose each day?