Macro and Micro Nutrients

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Mind Map on Macro and Micro Nutrients, created by Alice Stokes on 25/04/2013.
Alice Stokes
Mind Map by Alice Stokes, updated more than 1 year ago
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Macro and Micro Nutrients
  1. Macro Nutrients.
    1. Carbohydrates - conatined in bread, pasta, potatoes, rice. Provide us with energy.
      1. Fats - conatined in butter, oil, fatty meats and fried food. Provide us with energy but should be eaten in moderation. Can lead to weight gain.
        1. Protein - contained in cheese, milk, eggs, lean meat and fish. Aids muscle growth.
    2. Micro Nutrients
      1. Minerals and vitamins. Help with your immune system, general growth and health. Vitamins - fresh fruit and veg. Minerals - meat and veg.
        1. Vitamin D is in dairy foods. Calcium is to keep our bones strong
          1. Water and Fibre. Water prevents dehydration. Fibre aids the digestive system.
        2. Timing of Dietry Intake.
          1. For an average sized meal you should leave at least two hours before exercise.
            1. The digestive system needs an increased blood flow + so do the working muscles when exercising. A conflict will occur if you eat just before exercise.
              1. It can take up to four hours to fully digest a large meal.
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