Nutrients, Vitamins and Minerals

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What are the functions of carbohydrates in the body?
They provide energy and are the primary source of the brain's energy.
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What are the functions of Protein in the body?
As it's the main structural component of cells protein is responsible for growth and repair.
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What are the functions of fat in the body?
Fat is a source of energy and assists with the absorption of vitamins A,D,E and K
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What is the function of water in the body?
Helps to maintain temperature, transport nutrients to cells and remove waste from the body
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What does Vitamin A do?
Maintains skin and mucous membrane health, bone and tooth growth and immune system health
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What does vitamin C do?
Maintains immune system health and aids absorption of iron into the blood stream
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What does vitamin D do?
Required for proper absorption of calcium
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What does vitamin E do?
It is an antioxidant and protects cell walls
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What does vitamin K do?
Helps with blood clotting
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What does vitamin B1 do?
It is important for nerve function
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What does vitamin B2 do?
Maintains the health of vision and skin
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What does vitamin B3 do?
Maintains the health of the skin and the nervous and digestive systems
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What does Sodium do?
Maintains fluid balance, nerve transmission and muscle contraction
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What does Chloride do?
Assists with fluid balance and stomach acid
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What does Potassium do?
Maintains fluid balance, nerve transmission and muscle contraction
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What does Calcium do?
Important for bone and teeth health, muscle contraction, nerve functioning, blood clotting, blood pressure regulation and immune system health
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What does Phosphorus do?
Healthy bones and teeth and acid balance
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What does Magnesium do?
Makes protein, muscle contraction, nerve transmission and immune system health
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What does Iron do?
Needed for healthy red blood cells, metabolism and energy
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