derived from food and required for us to stay alive and function

substances that are essential for life, growth and health

substances in food from plants that are resistant to digestion

a colourless and odourless liquid, the basis of living things

Why we need energy and nutrients

Cooking and nutrition

Sources of energy and nutrients

Making curry in a hurry

In this unit pupils investigate food and drinks providing energy and nutrients for our health. They explore some of the functions of nutrients, as well as food sources. Main nutrients are linked to the Eatwell Guide food groups.

Food for energy and nutrients

the process of calculating energy and nutrients of food

nutrients needed in small amounts for the body to develop and function normally

nutrients needed in very small amounts for the body to develop and function normally

to cook food just below the boiling point, while bubbling gently

Food for energy and nutrients

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