Carbohydrate - The sugars, starches and fiber found in fruits, grains, vegetables and milk products. Converted into the sugar called glucose which is the main source of energy  for the body's cells., Protein - Composed of amino acids. Builds muscles and helps the immune system stay strong. Involved in most of the body's functions., Lipids - Also known a fats.  Make up cell membranes and provide slow burning fuel for the body. , Simple Carbohydrate - Different forms of sugar.  They are broken down quickly in the body for energy. Found in healthy foods such as fruits, and dairy products. Also found in processed and refined sugars such as candy, table sugar, soda, and syrups., Complex Carbohydrate - Starches and fiber.  They are broken down more slowly than simple carbs providing longer lasting energy. Found in bread and pasta.., Complete Protein - Contain the nine essential amino acids that our body cannot make. Found animal products such as fish, meat, and dairy products, Incomplete Protein - Does not contain the nine essential amino acids the body cannot make.  Found in plants such as grains, nuts, seeds, and beans. It is important to eat a variety of these foods., Calorie - The amount of energy needed to convert food to energy., Saturated Fat - These fats are often solid at room temperature. They often come from animal products. They are found in meat, poultry, butter, cheese, and dairy products. They may cause an increase cholesterol which may clog blood vessels., Unsaturated Fat - Considered healthy fats. Found in animal foods such as salmon, vegetable oils, and some nuts and seeds. They are usually liquid at room temperature., Trans Fat - Unhealthy fat often found in processed food. Also may raise unhealthy cholesterol. , Vitamins - Substances present in minute amounts in natural foodstuffs. Having too little of any particular vitamin may increase the risk of developing certain health issues.  , Minerals - Elements on the earth and in foods that our bodies need to develop and function normally. Those essential for health include calcium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, chloride, magnesium, iron, zinc, iodine, chromium, copper, fluoride, molybdenum, manganese, and selenium.,

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