PPT-Micronutrients Vitamins Minerals

Micronutrients Vitamins Minerals Minerals A range of minerals are required by our bodies on a regular basis Minerals help our bodies to grow and keep our metabolism going Iron Iron helps improve the transport of oxygen in blood around the body. Vitamins are divided into two groups watersoluble Bcomplex vitamins and C vitamins and fatsoluble vitamins A D E and K Unlike watersoluble vitamins that need regular replacement in the body fatsoluble vitamins are stored in the liver and fatty tissu Functional Beverage. drink product that satisfies thirst, is nonalcoholic, is ready‐to‐drink and includes in its formulation non‐traditional ingredients, such as herbs, vitamins, minerals, amino acids or additional fruit/vegetable raw ingredients, depending on the purpose it is designed . Vitamins and Minerals. Sodium:. Functions. Fluid and electrolyte balance. .. Associated with blood pressure and pH balance . in the body.. Required for nerve impulse transmission. .. Assists in the transport of certain nutrients . Myth: As part of a healthy diet, people need to take dietary supplements. FACT. A diet that contains a variety of healthful foods usually supplies all the vitamins and minerals that your body needs. Vitamins. Needed for body to function, but only in small amounts. 2 types fat and water soluble. Fat soluble are A,D,E, and K. A. ll . D. ogs . E. at . K. ittens. Water soluble are Vitamin B group, Folate, and Vit. C. Describe the functions of minerals . Identify food sources of minerals. List minerals lacking in American diets . List foods that are the best sources of these minerals. Learning Objectives. Give tips to ensure mineral intakes are sufficient. Protein. Caffeine. Creatine. Products. VITAMINS AND MINERALS. Vitamins . and minerals are organic compounds found in high concentrations in fruit and vegetables. Though they are all needed for proper bodily function, there are a few that are important for performance.. . Some of the body’s most essential nutrients are every bit as important as . Carbs. , Fats, & Proteins. These important nutrients are Vitamins, Minerals, and Water. In this lesson you will learn about the unique function of each one and the best food source of each nutrient. 1. What is the main function of vitamins and minerals?. . . To regulate body functions. 2. What foods are many of the vitamins and minerals we . need found in?. . . Fruits and Vegetables. Intro to . Myth. As part of a healthy diet, people need to take dietary supplements.. Fact. A diet that contains a variety of healthful foods usually supplies all the vitamins and minerals that your body needs. Topics. Vitamins. Water-soluble . vitamins. vitamin . B. vitamin . C. Fat-soluble . vitamins. vitamin . A. vitamin . D. vitamin . E. vitamin . K. 2. Vitamins . 3. Vitamins. Vitamins are micronutrients. A. –Eyesight (r/o/y F&V). D. – Bones (sunlight, milk). E. – cell membranes . K . – blood CLOTTING . C. – Immune system, collagen, wounds (citrus, broccoli). B-complex. Folate. –neural tube (whole grains, dark green veggies, nuts): *. Carbs. Protein. Fats & Oils. Vitamins. Minerals. WATER. “Essential” Nutrients. Nutrients are categories of substances we need for our nutrition.. Essential Nutrients. are nutrient substances that we can only get from food, because our bodies cannot produce them on our own.. Vitamins. Definition. - Complex organic substances vital for life.. Function. – Combines with enzymes to help chemical reactions take place.. Megadoses. – . excessively large amounts of vitamins.