Nutrition Knowledge

Definitions

100

a compound or thing that is made of two or more different parts that are used to keep the body working right and healthy.

What is nutrients

200

these give our bodies the energy to do things such as run around on the playground.

what is calories

300

you need a certain amount of this in your body to stay healthy. There are two types of this, one is healthy and one is not. 

what is fat

400

One of the main types of nutrients. Your body changes these into glucose, known as blood sugar, and then uses this sugar for energy. 

what is carbs 

500

These are in every part of your body and your body needs these to build and keep your bones, muscles, and skin strong. 

what is protein

Definitions Pt. 2

100

You can get this from eating fruits and vegetables every day, as well as drinking it. 

what is water

200

They are a type of carbohydrate that is found in fruits, vegetables, and milk. They are also very sweet and can be found in candy. 

what is sugar

300

This is a type of carbohydrate found in plants that helps to keep you full. 

what is fiber

Food Facts

100

This is ripe when the color turns from green to yellow.

What is banana

200

We know this fruit is ripe when it turns from green to red

What is tomato 

300

We know this fruit is ripe when it turns from green to brown 

avocado 

How does it grow?

100

What is a fruit that grows on trees?

apple, peach, pear, lemon, pineapple, etc. 

200

What is a vegetable that grows above ground?

Carrot, cucumber, spinach, broccoli, etc. 

300

How do peanuts grow?

underground