Nutrients
These are nutrients needed in large amounts and provide energy
What are macronutrients?
These nutrients are needed in smaller amounts and help with body processes.
What are micronutrients?
This is the unit of energy found in food and used by the body.
What is a calorie?
This stands for the number of calories your body needs at rest to maintain basic functions.
What is Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)?
This is vital for every cell, helps maintain body temperature, and removes waste
What is water?
The three main macronutrients.
What are carbohydrates, proteins, and fats?
This vitamin helps vision and skin health.
What is Vitamin A?
Foods high in vitamins, minerals, protein, and fiber, but low in calories, sugar, and unhealthy fat, are called this.
What are nutrient-dense foods?
The calories you burn from daily activities that are not exercise are called this.
What is Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis (NEAT)?
Eating too much of this can cause weight gain, cavities, and increase the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
What is added sugar?
This nutrient provides energy for the body and comes in simple and complex forms.
What are carbohydrates?
This mineral is needed for strong bones and teeth.
What is calcium?
Foods high in added sugars and unhealthy fats but low in nutrients are called this.
What are empty calorie foods?
This percentage of total energy use comes from exercise.
What is 5%?
This dietary principle means eating a controlled amount of empty calories.
What is moderation?
A protein source that contains all essential amino acids.
What is a complete protein? (Examples: meat, fish, eggs, dairy, soy)
Too much of this mineral can raise blood pressure, so it should be limited.
What is sodium?
On a food label, this list shows ingredients in descending order by .......?
What is weight?
This is energy used to digest, absorb, and process food.
What is the Thermic Effect of Food (TEF)?
Recommended Limit of Added Sugar for Kids and Teens
7.5 teaspoons (roughly 30 grams) per day.
Type of fat found mostly in animal products and should be limited. Solid at room temp.
What are saturated fat?
This vitamin helps your body absorb calcium for healthy bones.
What is Vitamin D?
On a label, this information must be listed in plain language either in the ingredients list or after it.
What are food allergens?
Macronutrient that yields the most energy per gram.
What is fat?
This type of carbohydrate can’t be digested, but helps keep digestion healthy and you feeling full.
What is fiber?