What are two examples of foods that are high in Vitamin B?
Whole grain foods, all animal products (not extras!), nuts and seeds, beans and peas...
Where can you get the mineral fluoride that helps maintain strong teeth?
Drinking water or toothpaste...
What is the difference between a vegan and a vegetarian?
Vegan - eats no products from animals
Vegetarian - eats products FROM animals (eggs and dairy etc.)
Why is Vitamin B important?
Produces energy!
What can happen if you do not get enough iron each day? Give me ONE symptom.
feeling foggy, memory problems, depression, low energy
How can a vegan get enough protein in their diet?
Eat the veggie sources of protein in the food pyramid: beans, soy, nuts & seeds...
Where can you get significant sources of Vitamin C according to the textbook?
Citrus, Berries, Melons, Broccoli, Spinach, Potatoes, Tomatoes, Pepper, Cabbage
What can you take that acts like a safety net and helps you get the calcium you need if you are not consuming enough milk products or are lactose intolerant or avoid animal products?
What is a calcium supplement.
How can vegans get enough calcium in their diet according to the Choices article in our packet?
Eat leafy greens, broccoli, alternative plant-based milk and products, calcium supplement.
How can you get a significant form of Vitamin D?
Drink milk supplemented with D, Eat Fish
What are the three body parts that calcium helps to build and maintain?
What are bones, teeth and gums. (Other acceptable body parts include: heart, muscles, nerves, and soft tissue.)
What is it called if a person tends to stay away from red meat and poultry but will still occasionally allow for moderate consumption?
A flexitarian
What can you do if you don't think you get enough vitamins per day from your food?
Eat a multi-vitamin
Name the condition in which bones gradually lose their mineral content and become weak. Spelling does NOT count :)
Osteoporosis
Create a breakfast, lunch or dinner (meal only) for a VEGAN that uses all parts of the food pyramid.
You must have:
Grain
Veggie
Fruit
Protein
Calcium