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IDENTIFY THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF ACTIVITIES BETWEEN Discuss and write about the LINK THE SENTENCES WITH THE RIGHT
Nutrient THE GROUPS (TEENAGERS & OLDER ADULTS) differences GROUP (TEENAGERS/ OLDER ADULTS)
Needed for forming healthy bones, teeth, gums
and blood vessels. It also helps absorption of iron
and calcium, aids wound healing, and helps with
brain function.
Supports healthy joints. Helps form collagen,
Vitamin C
which helps hold skin, ligaments and cartilage
together. C. Helps with the formation of white
blood cells, which help fight off infection.
Research: Find out why both groups need
vitamin C in their diet.
Vitamin D works with calcium to help with bone
Helps to maintain bone strength and keep bones
Vitamin D healthy during older age.
Research: Find out why both groups need
vitamin D in their diet.
They are very active and play sports. This
group use a lot of glucose to burn as energy.
High fibre carb foods often bring bulk to the
meal, this makes the body fill full.
Carbohydrate with fibre, prevent painful digestive
Carbohydrate
conditions such as constipation. Complex
carbohydrates take longer for the body to break
down. Fibre makes you feel fuller for longer, and
the sweet taste of fruits prevents sugar cravings.
Research: Find out why both groups need