Question

Match the nutrients to their corresponding function. Tiles proteins carbohydrates fats vitamins minerals Pairs maintain water balance absorb other nutrients provide basic energy maintain body temperature repair tissues in our body

Answer 1

Minerals maintain water balance

Carbohydrates provide basic energy

Proteins repair body tissue

Fats maintain body temperature

Vitamins absorb other nutrients

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Answer 2

Nutrients can be divided into 2 categories: macronutrients, and micronutrients. Macronutrients are those nutrients that the body needs in large amounts. These provide the body with energy (calories). Micronutrients are those nutrients that the body needs in smaller amounts.