Nutrition & Healthy Eating
Our bodies need a variety of nutrients to function properly. Understanding nutrition helps us make healthier food choices.
What You Need to Know
Key Concept Diagram
Macronutrients: carbohydrates (energy), proteins (growth/repair), fats (energy storage)
Micronutrients: vitamins and minerals needed in small amounts
A balanced diet includes foods from all food groups in appropriate proportions
Energy balance: energy in (food) vs energy out (activity) affects body weight
Key Vocabulary
Nutrient
A substance in food that the body uses for growth, energy, or repair
Carbohydrate
Macronutrient that is the body's main source of energy
Protein
Macronutrient used for building and repairing body tissues
Fibre
Indigestible plant material that aids digestion
Knowledge Check
Select the correct answer for each question. Click "Check Answer" to see if you are right.
Question 1
Which nutrient is the body's PRIMARY source of energy?
Question 2
Vitamin C is found in citrus fruits. It is a:
Question 3
What is the purpose of protein in the diet?
Key Concepts Summary
- ●Macronutrients: carbohydrates (energy), proteins (growth/repair), fats (energy storage)
- ●Micronutrients: vitamins and minerals needed in small amounts
- ●A balanced diet includes foods from all food groups in appropriate proportions
- ●Energy balance: energy in (food) vs energy out (activity) affects body weight