NUTRIENTS
What is the main role of protein in the body?
Muscle build and repair
Name 3 sources of fruits
fruit
What is the difference between natural and added sugars?
Natural come from foods that already contain the sugar, added are sugars added to foods or drinks.
What is the serving size on a label based off of?
The amount that people usually eat
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What are 2 roles of fats in the body?
protects organs, source of energy
Name the 5 food groups
Grains, Dairy, Protein, Vegetables, Fruits
Name 2 risks of eating fatty foods.
Heart Disease, Diabetes, Obesity
The ingredient that is listed first.
What is the main role of carbohydrates in the body?
main source of energy
According to MyPlate, which 2 food groups should you consume the most of daily?
Vegetables and Grains
What is the official name for a 'good' fat? Give one example.
Unsaturated Fat - vegetable oils, nuts, seeds
What is the 5/20 rule?
between 5-20% - good source of the nutrient
What year did Indonesia gain independence?
1945
Give 2 benefits of vitamins and minerals
Fights disease, increase muscle strength, increase bone strength, heals wounds
Give 3 sources of grains.
Rice, wheat, oat, cornmeal, barley, cereal
What is the official name for a bad fat? Name one example
Saturated fat - meat, cookies, chips
What are calories?
The unit that measures the amount of energy used by the body and foods that supply the body.
What is the national animal of Scotland?
Unicorn
Name 2 forms of carbodhydrates
Starch, fiber, sugar
Name 4 sources of protein
beans, chicken, fish, beef, lentils, nuts,
What is the reccommended amount of added sugars you should intake daily?
25-30grams
What do the percentages mean on the food label?
The percentage of reccomended daily intake for that nutrient
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