This nutrient's main function is to provide the body with fuel.
What is carbohydrates?
100
There are two main types of carbohydrates: Simple carbohydrates(sugars) and this other type.
What are complex carbohydrates (starches)?
200
This will happen if we continually take in more calories than we need.
What is gain weight?
200
The main job of this nutrient group is to help build and repair muscle and body tissue.
What is protein?
200
When selecting proteins, we should choose lean types because they contain less of this nutrient.
What is fat?
300
These are essential chemical substances found in food and beverages.
What are nutrients?
300
The main function of this nutrient group is to carry certain vitamins around the body.
What are fats?
300
Animal sources of this nutrient group include eggs, fish, cheese. Plant sources include beans, rice, and tofu.
What is protein?
400
Benefits of this allow us to burn unused calories, tone and build muscles, and strenghten our heart and lungs. We should aim to get 30 minutes a day!
What is exercise?
400
This nutrient group helps regulate our body temperature, and removes waste from the body. We can find this nutrient in food items like broth, milk, fruits, and vegetables.
What is water?
500
The average amount of calories that a teen needs each day.
What is 1800-2800?
500
We should choose carbohydrates low in sugar and high in this.