Nutrition
Healthy eating provides
energy
True or false
It is ok to sometimes eat unhealthy things that you enjoy?
True
______ promotes muscle growth
protein
True or false
BOTH nutrition and exercise keeps the body healthy and prevents disease.
True
What are the 3 macronutrients
protein, carbs and fats
Rice crispy treats are examples of _____
Simple carbs
Which of the 5 food groups help with strong bones
dairy
not enough exercise and eating poorly.
The process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.
Nutrition
What are the best types of fats?
unsaturated fats
What food groups have vitamins and minerals
Vegetables, fruits and grains
Type 2 diabetes is caused by what
poor nutrition and lack of exercise
________helps to improve energy and support the body’s functions
Fats
What types of protein are there
plant and animal sources
What are the 2 types of grains
whole and refined
Name 2 nutrition tips to prevent disease
Eat a variety of whole foods that cover the 5 food groups & 3 macronutrients
Limit lots of sugary foods & drinks
Limit fast food
Eat 3 meals a day! Don’t skip any.
Drink plenty of water
Eat healthy snacks instead of typical snacks like candy or chips
What is our main source of fuel
Carbs
What do complex carbs do?
take longer to digest and give energy for longer periods of time
What are the 5 food groups
fruits, vegetables, grains, protein and dairy
Name 2 types of cardio exercise and how many minutes should be done per day
workouts like walking, running, biking, skipping, jump roping
60 minutes