Carbohydrates
What is the body main source of energy?
Carbohydrates
What type of fat is a solid at room temperature?
Saturated fats.
What type of vitamin dissolves in water?
Water-soluble vitamin.
What are foods in the natural state called?
Whole Foods
What condition happens when the body loses too much water?
Dehydrated.
Complex carbohydrates.
What type of fat is liquid at room temperature?
What type of vitamin is stored in body fat?
Fat-soluble vitamin.
What are foods that have been altered or packaged called?
Processed foods
What condition makes bones weak or fragile?
Osteoporosis.
What type of carbohydrate digests quickly and spikes blood sugar?
Simple carbohydrates
What type of fat should be avoided because it is manmade?
Transfat.
What mineral helps carry oxygen in the blood?
Iron
Where are most processed foods found in a grocery store?
Middle aisles.
What nutrient helps build and repair muscles?
Protein.
What carbohydrate helps with digestion?
Fiber.
What is one role of fat in the body?
Stores energy and protects organs.
What condition is caused by low iron?
Anemia
Why are Whole Foods healthier?
More nutrients and fewer additives
About how many grams of protein do teen girls need daily?
About 46 grams.
Name one food high in complex carbohydrates.
Brown rice/ oats/ whole grains
Where are saturated fats commonly found?
Animal products and meat/dairy.
What vitamin helps the body absorb calcium?
Vitamin D
What chemicals used on crops can stay in the body long term?
Pesticides
What is the benefit of eating fresh foods?
More nutrients and better for health.