7 Food Groups 3.0 / 5 based on 2 ratings ? Physical EducationAnatomy & physiologyASAQA Created by: SallyCreated on: 05-12-12 18:33 Carbohydrates Carbohydrates Fast release energy Energy in form of glucose to body's cells and tissues e.g pasta, bread, rice (complex), fruit, milk, honey (simple sugars) 1 of 8 Proteins Proteins Growth and repair of muscles Minor energy source e.g meat, fish, eggs, cheese 2 of 8 Fats Fats Slow release energy source e.g red meats, cheese, butter, chocolate 3 of 8 Fibre Fibre Aids digestion and prevents constipation Bulking agent Reduce blood cholesterol Control blood glucose levels of diabetic e.g fruit, veg, whole grain and high fibre cereals, bread 4 of 8 Vitamins Vitamins Energy metabolism (VB2) Formations of tissues (VK / VB12) Production of red blood cells-heamoglobin e.g veg (carrots) oily fish, eggs, cheese, butter, liver, citric fruits 5 of 8 Minerals Minerals Bone Growth Energy metabolism Nerve function e.g milk, cheese, bread, green leafy veg, broccoli, nuts, chicken 6 of 8 Water Water Medium for most reactions Lubricant for joints and eyes Regulates body temp e.g isotonic drinks, water 7 of 8 Folic Acid Folic acid Normal cell division Formation of blood cells Normal structure of nervous system e.g liver, oragne juice, grean leafy veg 8 of 8
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