Food is our body’s source for energy

and structural materials.

Go to pg. 332What is the importance of calcium in your

diet?

Find the deficiency symptoms column. These are problems that your body can have if you are lacking these elements. What happens when you are lacking potassium in your body?

What are the excess symptoms of chlorine?

Carbohydrates:Are used for energy. Breakdown: simple sugarsSources:

Proteins:Are used for muscle building , growth, and repair of cells.

Breakdown: Amino AcidsSources:

Lipids (Fats):Are used for storing energy, controlling hormones, insulation, protection from injury.

Breakdown: Fatty acids

Sources: