2. What does a balanced diet contain?
A balanced diet contains carbohydrates,
protein, fats, water, fiber, vitamins, and
minerals.
Needs to provide sufficient energy for a
person's needs!
3. Why are these nutrients so
important?
Carbohydrates are used for sources of energy for the
body
Protein is used for cell growth
Fats are used for long-term energy source, thermal
insulation, and buoyancy.
Water is used to transport substances and chemical
reactions
Fiber helps prevent constipation& helps with
peristalsis.
Vitamins & Minerals help regulate the body's
metabolism.
4. Why should we eat a balanced diet?
If you eat more than you exercise, it can lead to
obesity.
If you eat less, it can lead to malnutrition or
starvation.
Equal amounts of eating and exercising will help you
live a healthy life!
5. Don't forget about exercise!
Doing physical activity helps you burn the
calories you take in.
Examples of exercise would be:
- running
- hiking
- sports
