MyPlate
What are all the food groups in MyPlate?
fruits, vegetables, protein, grains, dairy
where should we first start when looking at a food label?
serving sizes
What is Sodium?
a chemical element aka salt!
What are 3 different kinds of caffeinated beverages?
coffee, tea, soda, energy drinks
what is our visual example to show how much is one cup of something
our fist is around the size of one cup!
How much of your plate should be made up of fruits?
half
which nutrients on food labels should we limit? Name at 2.
fat, sodium, cholesterol, sugar
Why do people eat fast food? list 3 reasons
100 mg
which kinds of fat should we avoid, and which fats are good for us?
avoid saturated and trans, eat more unsaturated (omega-3 fatty acids)
Name 3 different kinds of protein foods.
beef, poultry, fish, nuts, eggs, etc.
what nutrients on the food label should we get enough of? Name 2.
dietary fiber, iron, calcium, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, etc.
how do we find the total amount of calories of a Mcdonald's meal
find the individual calories of each item and add them together.
what are 3 side effects to consuming too much caffeine?
increased heart rate, problems sleeping, anxiety and nervousness, trouble concentrating, muscle pain/stiffness, damage tooth enamel
What is calorie balance?
the balance between calories you eat (energy in) and calories your body uses (energy out) for daily functions
whole grain: contains the entire grain kernel
refined grain: have been milled to remove the bran and germ as well as many nutrients
compares the amount of nutrients in a food to the amount that you need each day.
What are 2 reasons why sodium is used?
preserve shelf life, enhance flavor, improve texture and appearance
what are two healthier alternatives to get more energy?
water, unsweetened teas, unsweetened coffee, whole fruits
what are the top five food mistakes most teens make?
not enough fruits and veggies, too much sodium, too much sugar, not enough whole grains, not enough protein
what are the benefits to oils?
essential fatty acids can be good for your heart and prevent heart disease and stroke.
Explain how to read the ingredient list on a food label.
first listed ingredients are the most used, last listed ingredients are the least used
what is the recommended intake of sodium we should have per day?
less than 2,300 mg
what is a stimulant?
a class of drugs that speeds up messages traveling between the brain and the body.
how many calories do we burn at rest? (hint:per hour)
50-80 calories per hour