Food & nutrients - Unit 2 part 1 for Manuel

Olive oil is a _____.

Food is made up of smaller components called _____.

3. _____ can be healthy or unhealthy (saturated ___ ). We need a small amount of healthy ____ for energy (olive oil, salmon, nuts).

Foods such as biscuits, processed meats, ice cream, crisps, chocolate, pizza and soft drinks have lots of calories and very few nutrients. These are known as "____ ____" and we should limit the amount of this type of food that we eat.

Butter is a ______ product and a ____.

Food groups: 1. _______ and _______ are foods from plants or trees. They're a good source of fibre, vitamins and minerals.

________ do not eat food from animals, such as meat, fish and chicken. They do eat dairy products and eggs.

Read food labels to see how much energy, protein, carbohydrates and fat are in each product.

Food belongs to two groups: _________ (vitamins and minerals): nutrients our body needs small amounts of.

3.1. We should limit the amount of ________ fats (red meat, fast food, and certain dairy products) as they can increase our risk of heart disease.

Bread is a _____.

______ is any substance that we eat or drink in order to get energy, grow and be healthy.

The amount of energy contained in foods or drinks is measured in _______.

2. _________ are found in bread, pasta, cereals and potatoes. They give us energy. Wholegrains are a source of _____, which is good for digestion.

The average person needs about _____ calories every day, but it will depend on their age, size and activity level.

Diets containing lots of fruits and vegetables, such as the _______ ____, help to maintain a healthy weight and to prevent heart disease. This diet includes fish, white meat, fruit, vegetables, pulses, cereals and healthy fats.

Cheese is a _____ product.

Chicken is a ____.

4. _______ come from meat, fish, eggs, nuts and pulses. They are needed to help repair cells and create new ones.

Food belongs to two groups: _________ (proteins, carbohydrates and fats): nutrients our body needs a lot.

A healthy ______ ____ gives our body the right amount of nutrients it needs to function correctly.

5. ________ is a product that is made from milk, such as yoghourt and cheese. The calcium and potassium found in ______ can help to build strong teeth and bones.