Food Groups
What food group are eggs found in?
Protein
Name nutrient that provides calories to the body.
We obtain this vitamin from sunlight.
Vitamin D
This mineral helps transport oxygen throughout the body.
Potassium
A food low in calories and high in nutrients is called
nutrient dense
Fruits and vegetables.
This macronutrient helps the body build and repair.
Protein
This vitamin aids in eye sight
Vitamin A
This mineral blocks the absorption of iron
Calcium
Name all the water soluble vitamins.
BC
Foods from this food groups are primary sources of calcium.
Dairy
This macronutrient it the main source of energy for the body.
Carbs
This vitamin aids in blood clotting
Vitamin K
These TWO minerals help with heart health and balancing fluids.
Name all the fat soluble vitamins.
ADEK
What percent of your plate should be protein
20
Name a micronutrient that provides calories.
This vitamin helps absorb iron.
Vitamin C
What mineral works with calcium to build strong bones and teeth?
Phosphorus
The dietary guidelines recommend reducing daily intake of this mineral to 2300mg per day.
Sodium
What food group is the best source of fiber?
Fruits and vegetables
This macronutrient helps absorb vitamins ADEK
Fat
Without this vitamin the body can not absorb and utilize calcium
Vitamin D
This mineral is necessary for pregnant women to prevent birth defects.
Folate
10%