Year 8 - Cooking and nutrition
Micronutrients
Energy and nutrients: source and function
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Unit Summary
Pupils describe the source and function of macro and micro nutrients, as well as fibre and water in the diet for health. The concept of energy balance is reviewed, and pupils undertake nutritional analysis of recipes.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to name different micronutrients and explain their function and food sources.
Key Notes
- Vitamins and minerals are known as micronutrients. They are needed in small amounts compared to macronutrients.
- Our diet provides vitamins and minerals, except vitamin D, which we make in our skin when exposed to sunlight.
- Vitamins include A, C and D, and the minerals include calcium and iron. They have different functions and food sources.
- Energy and nutrients provided by a recipe can be calculated, and changes can be made to improve health.
Vocabulary To Learn
- micronutrients: nutrients required by the body in small amounts for health
- vitamins: organic micronutrients that are essential for the human body
- minerals: inorganic micronutrients needed for growth, development and health
- food source: food and drinks that provide specifi nutrients
- function: the role of the nutrient to keep the body healthy
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- An adequate intake of micronutrients is possible by always eating the same types of foods.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain the lesson in two key points.
Vitamins and minerals are known as micronutrients. They are needed in small amounts compared to macronutrients. Our diet provides vitamins and minerals, except vitamin D, which we make in our skin when exposed to sunlight.
2. What does this key word mean in this lesson? 'micronutrients'
nutrients required by the body in small amounts for health.
3. Correct this common mistake.
Mistake: An adequate intake of micronutrients is possible by always eating the same types of foods. Correction: To ensure an adequate intake of micronutrients, it is important to have a varied diet. This is because different foods provide different types and amounts of vitamins and minerals.
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