Macro- logic
Which macronutrient is the body's primary and preferred source of energy?
Carbohydrates
You must drink exactly 8 glasses of water every day to stay hydrated
Fad. Hydration needs vary based on age, weight, activity level, and environment.
Which popular yellow fruit is botanically a berry?
Banana
This food group includes items like milk, yogurt, and cheese, which are high in calcium.
Dairy
This term refers to the specific amount of food served to one person for a meal or snack.
portion
(portion control)
Which macronutrient is essential for building, maintaining, and repairing muscle tissue?
protein
Eating food after 8:00 PM increases fat storage in the body.
Fad. The idea that eating after 8:00 PM automatically causes the body to store more fat is largely a myth (It is not about the clock, but rather what and how much you eat. If you are hungry late at night, a small, nutrient-dense snack (like yogurt or fruit) is fine, but avoiding habitual, high-calorie, mindless grazing is key to managing weight. )
What is the only natural food produced by an insect that never spoils or expires, even after thousands of years?
Honey
Foods like lentils, chickpeas, and black beans belong to this group; the ...... come from legumes and not animals
Plant- based proteins
This verb describes the process of drinking enough water to maintain the body's fluid balance.
hydrate
True or False: All dietary fats are harmful to heart health. Explain your answer
False. Unsaturated fats (found in avocados, nuts, and olive oil) are essential for brain function
"Gluten-free" foods are inherently healthier than there options with Gluten (e.g. gluten -free bread vs. normal bread)
Fad. For those without Celiac disease (allergic to Gluten), these products often contain more sugar or fat to compensate for texture
True or False: White chocolate is not technically "chocolate" because it contains no cocoa solids.
True
These organic compounds, such as A, B, C, and D, are needed in small quantities for the body to function properly.
Vitamins
A diet that includes many different types of foods in the correct proportions is described by this adjective.
balanced
What is a example of "Simple" and a "Complex" Carbohydrates. Which one is better for you?
Simple: e.g. white rice, baguette, pasta, fruit juice
Complex: e.g. whole grain bread, brown rice, oats
Complex are better (because they provide sustained energy rather than sharp spikes in blood sugar)
True or False: Broccoli is a so called ' Superfood' because it contains twice the vitamin C of an orange and nearly as much calcium as whole milk
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True. Broccoli contains twice the vitamin C of an orange and nearly as much calcium as whole milk, but in a form that is better absorbed by the body. This makes it a nutritional powerhouse for immune support and bone health, while also providing high amounts of fiber.
A 330ml Coca Cola can contains around 13 tablespoons of sugar
No. It's approximately 10 tablespoons (which is still A LOT!!!!!)
Name 5 'items' which should be included in a balanced diet
Canned food and/or food that comes in packs is often what type of food
processed food
What is metabolism?
Chemical reactions in the body that convert food and drink into energy
Detox juices help to clean the body
Fad. The human body is designed to detoxify itself naturally—primarily through the liver and kidneys (eating healthy supports this)
What is the specific Japanese term for the "fifth taste" (savory) discovered by scientists, joining sweet, sour, salty, and bitter?
Umami
This principle of healthy eating involves not eating too much or too little of any specific food group.
Eating in 'moderation'
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