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macronutrients - Coggle Diagram
macronutrients
minerals
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found in meat, fish ,eggs, veggies
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fats
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energy source for long duration, low intensity exercise
carry fat soluble vitamins A, D, E, K
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carbohydrates
simple carbs - easily digested found in fruits, processed foods and refined sugar products
complex carbohydrates - longer digestion process found in nearly all plant-based foods e.g. bread, pasta, rice
principle source of energy in the body, fuels high intensity/anaerobic exercise
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proteins
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important for muscle growth and repair and to make enzymes, hormones and haemoglobin
minor source of energy, provides more energy when glycogen/fat stores are low
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found in meat, fish, eggs and dairy
vitamins
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water-soluble
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found in fruit, veggies, dairy products
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vitamin C&D
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protects/healthy cells & maintains bones, teeth, gums and connective tissues
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water
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transports nutrients, hormones and waste products
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fibre
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wholemeal bread and pasta, potatoes and nuts
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balanced diet - a diet containing a variety of foods from each of the macronutrients so there is an adequate intake of nutrients