Vitamins:
What are the 6 different types of Vitamins?
A, B, C, D, E, K.
What Mineral is commonly added to our drinking water, toothpaste and mouthwash?
Fluoride.
What are the 3 different types of Macronutrients?
Carbohydrates, Protein, Fats.
List 3 foods that are rich in 'Complex' Long Lasting Carbohydrates.
Pasta, Rice, Potatoes, Bread.
Vitamin A is important for eye-health. List 1 food that contains high-amounts of Vitamin A.
Carrots or Liver or Cantaloupe or Sweet Potatoes.
Calcium is important for strengthening bones and teeth. What are 2 foods that are rich in Calcium?
Milk, Cheese OR Yogurt.
What are the 3 different types of Micronutrients?
Vitamins, Minerals and Water.
List 3 foods that are rich in Protein.
Chicken, Red Meat, Eggs, Fish, Cheese.
Which Vitamin can we absorb from Sunlight?
Vitamin D.
What are the main 6 Minerals we studied in class?
Sodium, Potassium, Magnesium, Fluoride, Calcium, Iron.
Which of the 3 Macronutrients does the body most prefer to use for energy?
Carbohydrates.
List 3 foods that are rich in Healthy Fats.
Oils, Nuts, Seeds, Avocado, Olives, Salmon.
Vitamin C is found in Oranges, Strawberries and Broccoli. What is its function in the body?
Maintaining Healthy Tissues OR Strengthening the Immune System.
What is the overall function of Minerals/Vitamins in the body?
'Maintain general health and wellbeing' OR 'Assisting with regular bodily functions'
What is the role of Protein in the body?
Growth and repair of muscle tissues.
List 2 types of food that are rich in 'Simple' Fast Acting Carbohydrates.
Fruit, Lollies, Confectionary, Energy Drinks, Soft Drinks.
What is the purpose of Vitamin K in your body?
Blood Clotting.
What is the function of Iron in the body?
Transportation of Oxygen/Oxygenated Blood.
What is the different between 'Simple' and 'Complex' Carbohydrates in regards to releasing energy?
Simple Carbohydrates = Fast, Immediate Energy.
Complex Carbohydrates = Slow, Long-Lasting Energy.
Assists with breakdown and processing of food/nutrients.