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The Six Nutrients
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Why is food important?
• Food gives us energy for our daily activities
• Food gives us raw materials
• Eating is enjoyable
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The Six Nutrients
• Carbohydrates
• Protein
• Fat
• Minerals
• Vitamins
• Water
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Carbohydrates
• Give us energy that we use everyday• Some foods that provide us carbohydrates
are…
bread rice pasta cereal
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Can you think of some more foods that have
carbohydrates in them?
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Protein
• Helps our bodies grow and repair broken cells• Some foods that give us protein are…
meats fish nuts
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Can you think of some more foods that have protein in
them?
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Fat
• Fats give us energy and protect us from temperature changes
• Some foods that are high in fat are…
butter eggs cheese
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Can you think of some other foods high in fat?
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Minerals
• Help our bodies work the way they should• Some foods with minerals are…
Meats milk whole wheat toast
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Can you name some specific foods that have minerals in
them?
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Vitamins
• Help regulate our bodies
• Some foods high in vitamins are…
whole wheat toast fruits veggies
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Can you name some specific foods that have vitamins in
them?
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Water
• Water helps many of the body’s functions• Water can be found in…
juice watermelon
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Can you think of some more foods that have water in
them?
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Review
• Food gives us energy for our daily activities
• The six nutrients are carbohydrates, protein, fat, minerals, vitamins and water
• It is important that we choose foods with these nutrients