Vitamins
What vitamin is known as the "sunshine vitamin"?
Vitamin D
Which mineral is important for strong bones and teeth?
Calcium
What organ is the main regulator of metabolism?
Thyroid
Which food group is the best source of protein?
beans, Meats, Nuts
Which vitamin helps with blood clotting?
Vitamin K
This mineral helps carry oxygen in the blood.
Iron
What is the name of the process your body uses to turn food into energy?
Metabolism
What is the recommended daily intake of water for most adults?
8 cups/ two liters
What vitamin is also known as ascorbic acid?
Vitamin C
Sodium is an essential mineral, but too much of it can cause what condition?
High Blood Pressure
Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) refers to the calories burned when you’re doing what?
Resting
What type of fat is considered "good" for your heart?
Unsaturated Fats
This vitamin is essential for good eyesight and is found in carrots.
Vitamin A
Which mineral is found in bananas and helps with muscle function?
Potassium
Which hormone, made by the pancreas, helps regulate blood sugar?
Insulin
This diet is based on foods commonly eaten in countries around the Mediterranean Sea.
Which B vitamin is important for energy production and is also called niacin?
Vitamin B3
Zinc helps boost this part of your body.
Immune System
This term refers to the body's process of breaking down large molecules into smaller ones to release energy.
Catabolism
The glycemic index (GI) measures how foods affect what in your body?
Blood sugar