Carbohydrates
One example of a healthy carb (can be anything really)
- Wheat
- Bread
- Pasta
- Oats
One example of a healthy protein
- Dairy Products
- Meats/Poultry
- Nuts
- Few vegetables such as beans and other legumes.
Name 1 function of fat
Supplies Energy
Carries Vitamins A, D, E and K through
the body
Provides a reserve store of energy
Promotes healthy skin
Promotes normal cell growth
Acts like a “cushion”and heat regulator
to protect your heart, liver and other vital
organs
It helps you feel full longer
Adds flavor to food
If you eat too much fats, you will increase your___________
cholesterol
What are the bad types of fat?
The bad types are saturated fats. They include red meat, butter, animal skin, whole fat dairy products, etc. STAY AWAY FROM THIS FAT!!
What is the preferred source of energy?
Glucose
Proteins are long chains of _________
amino acids
Fats that are solid at room temperature are called_________
oils
High fat diets are linked to_________
Heart Disease
Obesity
Cardiovascular Related Problems
Why is eating too much carbs, fats, and proteins unhealthy?
- can lead to weight gain
- exceed your calorie intake
- blood sugar and cholesterol will get too high
What are carbohydrates and what are they composed of?
Carbohydrates are simple sugars which are made from hydrogen, carbon, and oxygen
What are proteins and what are they composed of?
Proteins are an energy-producing nutrient composed of carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen.
What are fats and what are they composed of?
Fats are the most concentrated source of food energy. They are composed of calcium, iron, and manganese.
When someone that is not nourished properly that is called_______
malnutrition
How should carbs, proteins, and fats be eaten on a daily basis?
45-65% carbs; 10-35% protein; 20-35% fats
Why do our bodies need carbs and what do they do to our body?
Our bodies need carbohydrates because they provide energy for our body. Carbohydrates help maintain the brain, kidneys, heart muscles, and nervous system.
Why do our bodies need proteins and what do they do for our body?
Our bodies need protein because they help build and maintain muscle tissue. Proteins play a critical role in every cell as the body uses proteins to make enzymes, some hormones, and antibodies to fight disease and infection.
What are the 2 types of cholesterol?
Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL)
High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL)
What happens if you don't eat enough carbohydrates?
You get hypoglycemia which is a low blood glucose level. An overproduction of insulin causes blood sugar to drop sharply 2-4 hours after eating a meal
What are the 3 sugar units carbohydrates are made out of?
Monosaccharides, disaccharides, polysaccharides
What are two examples of complex carbohydrates?
Fiber and starches
Name all essential and non-essential amino acids.
*FOR 1500 POINTS!*
Essential: Histidine, Isoleucine, Leucine, Lysine, Methionine, Phenylalanine, Threonine, Tryptophan, Valine
Non-essential: Alanine, Arginine, Asparagine, Aspartic Acid, Glutamic Acid, Glutamine, Glycine, Proline, Serine, Tyrosine, Tryosine
Explain the process of hydrogenation
The process in which missing
hydrogen atoms are added to
an unsaturated fat to make it
firmer in texture.
This forms a new type of fatty
acid called trans fatty acid.
Diseases such as Kwashiorkor and Marasmus are caused by_______________
lack of protein
What is the difference between whole foods and processed foods?
Whole foods are foods that are made with only 1 ingredient and processed foods have MORE than 1 ingredient in them.