Fuel for Thought
What are the three main macronutrients?
Carbohydrates, Protein, Fat
What is the keto diet all about? How does it work?
Very low carbs, high fat → body burns fat for fuel (ketosis)
What is the most common Filipino staple food?
Rice
Which is usually more expensive: Gonz or JSEC?
JSEC
About what % of Filipinos eat rice at least twice a day?
Around 80%
Which nutrient is our body’s main source of energy?
Carbohydrates
Intermittent fasting is based on controlling what?
Eating time windows/The timing of meals
Name three Filipino dishes that are high in protein & fat but have little to no vegetables in it.
Pork adobo, lechon, or sisig (and more)
What type of meat is most popularly sold and bought across all cafeterias and food stalls?
Chicken
According to WHO, how many grams of vegetables should be eaten daily?
400 grams
How much % of the human body is made of water?
70%
Which diet avoids ALL animal products?
Vegan
What is the typical Filipino meal pattern each day?
Breakfast, lunch, merienda, dinner (4 meals).
Where can you find Ate Rica's Bacisilog? (Specific Location)
Second Floor Gonz - Inside Varda Canteen stall
About what % of Filipino children under 5 are stunted (too short for their age) due to poor nutrition?
Around 23.6% children under 5 are stunted.
What is the main building component of the human body? It is the macronutrient required by the body in large quantities.
Proteins
Which diet copies how ancient humans supposedly ate: no processed food, lots of meat, fruits, and nuts?
Paleo diet
Compared to Vietnam or Thailand, what is one main difference in Filipino meals?
Fewer vegetables, heavier on rice and meat/fried food.
What was a stall in JSEC last year that's now in Gonz and Regis? (+200 if you say the full name)
GHE! or Gyro Hub Express
According to UNICEF, about what % of Filipino households cannot afford a healthy diet in 2025?
67% of households
What’s the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?
Saturated = solid at room temp, animal sources; Unsaturated = liquid, plant/fish oils
The Atkins and Paleo diets both emphasize protein. What makes them different?
Atkins = low-carb, allows processed foods; Paleo = focuses on whole, “caveman” foods
What cheap processed foods are commonly eaten in the Philippines? Give 5 Examples from the presentation.
Instant noodles, cheese blocks, hot dogs, corned beef, canned sardines, frozen meats, soft drinks, and chips.
What does JSEC stand for?
John Gokongwei Student Enterprise Center.
As of 2025, about how many Filipino adults are overweight or obese?
Approximately 38% of Filipino adults are classified as overweight or obese, equating to around 34.12 million people.