Macronutrients
What are the 3 macronutrients?
Carbohydrates, Protein & Fat
Which fruit is a great source of Vitamin C?
Oranges or strawberries
The sun is a great non-food source of this vitamin
Vitamin D
Iceburg lettuce contains more water than a watermelon
True
True or False: the only purpose of intuitive eating is to eat when you're hungry and stop when you're full
False
Beans, tofu, lentils, seitan, tempeh, edamame, nuts / nut butter, soy milk, plant based protein powder etc.
Which yellow fruit is high in potassium?
Banana
This mineral helps to support healthy bones
Calcium
Skipping breakfast may lead to imbalanced eating patterns for the rest of the day
True
True or false, intuitive eating is the same thing as mindful eating
False
Which macronutrient plays a key role in muscle growth and repair?
Protein
What is the nutrient found in fruits and vegetables that keeps our digestion system healthy / regular?
Fiber
This vitamin supports eye health and is found in carrots
Vitamin A
The body is made up of 5% water
False - the body is made up of up to 60% water
How many principles of intuitive eating are there?
10
For a standard diet, which macronutrient do we need the most of?
When dried out and heated up, this starchy vegetable becomes a crunchy snack
Popcorn
Anemia occurs when we are deficient in this mineral
Iron
You should not eat eggs every day due to the cholesterol content
False - research says that eggs have been shown to improve the "good" cholesterol levels in the body and can be eaten daily
Name one of the principles of intuitive eating
Reject diet mentality, honor hunger, feel fullness, joyful movement, make peace with food, challenge the food police, discover satisfaction factor, cope with emotions with kindness, respect your body, honor your health (gentle nutrition)
We need this macronutrient in order to absorb certain vitamins (A,D,E & K)
Fat
What are 3 examples of starchy vegetables?
peas, potatoes, sweet potato, corn, butternut squash, yams
This mineral is found in potatoes and supports the balance of fluid in the body
Potassium
Frozen fruit can often have more nutrients than fresh
True! Frozen fruits are able to maintain more of their vitamins and minerals due to the preservation process
What is one of the biggest risk factors for developing a disordered relationship with food?
dieting