food groups

Question 1

function of carbohydrates

Answer 1

short term energy

Question 2

function of lipids

Answer 2

long term energy + insulation

Question 3

function of proteins

Answer 3

growth + repair of muscles and tissue

Question 4

function of vitamin A

Answer 4

prevents night blindness, supports immune system

Question 5

function of vitamin C

Answer 5

prevents scurvy

part of collagen production, which makes skin, hair, gums and bones

Question 6

function of vitamin D

Answer 6

helps absorption of calcium, strengthens bones

Question 7

function of calcium

Answer 7

strengthens bones and teeth, prevents osteoporosis

Question 8

function of iron

Answer 8

component in haemoglobin, carries oxygen to respiring cells, prevents anaemia

Question 9

function of fibre

Answer 9

helps digestion, prevents constipation

Question 10

function of water

Answer 10

a medium for chemical reactions to take place