nutrients
What are the six nutrients?
carbs, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, water
Are carbs a necessity? Why/why not?
yes they are, we need them as a main source of fuel
Name two ways we can give ourselves a healthier lifestyle?
Can be almost anything-eating the recommended amount of each food, include plant proteins several times a week, no fast food, low fat options, etc.
How many servings of fruit should we get a day
2-4 servings which is 1-2 fruits.
What is our biggest intake when it comes to calories?
Carbs
What makes up a healthy diet?
Variety, balance, and moderation
Where can we get protein from?
we get it from meat, poultry, beans, nuts, etc.
How can we control out calorie intake?
read labels, eat organic foods, etc.
What are the two types of protein?
incomplete and complete/Incomplete examples are nuts, beans, peas. Complete examples are meat, cheese, steak, etc. If you are vegan or vegetarian you will be eating more on the incomplete side, but don’t worry you can eat enough incomplete proteins to make it complete.
True or False: Fat is not a necessity to a diet.
False! We need fat just as much as any other nutrient. It supports and cushions us, also it allows us to maintain a healthy blood pressure and a healthy pregnancy, but just like other foods, too much of anything can be bad for you.
Around how many calories should the average person take in a day?
Around 2000/Of this number, we should take in a total of 1200 carbs, 250 for protein, and 600 fats.
Where are vitamins found?
Fruits and veggies.
What percent water makes up your body?
60%
What are the two types of carbs?
Simple and Complex Simple is sweetness added to foods, such as in desserts and candy. Complex is found in grains. In Complex there are refined and unrefined. Refined gives you more calories and less benefits, whereas unrefined has more benefits so it’s better for you.
What do minerals do for the body?
They regulate body functions and aid in growth and maintenance.