Food and Mood
Why is eating healthy important for mental health?
Supports dopamine and serotonin creation.
what vitamin helps our body fight off sickness and is found in oranges?
Vitamin C
Name 2 healthy snacks?
trail mix, banana, apple and peanut butter,
Your plate should be half fruits and veggies? True or False
True
Which level of the pyramid of mental health is nutrition on? Why do you think this?
Bottom- foundational.
what nutrient is found in eggs and meat and nuts to build strong muscles?
Protein
Name 3 processed foods.
Cheetos, ritz crackers, microwave popcorn
Teens can have up to 15 teaspoons of sugar per day. True or False
False.
6 TSP is suggested.
What nutrient should we try to eat with every meal?
protien.
Name 3 whole grain foods.
Whole grain:
whole grain bread, whole grain pasta, oatmeal, brown rice, quinoa
What is one way to make your lunch healthier?
Nuts, seeds, hardboiled egg, yogurt, peanut butter with apple, beef jerky
French fries count as a vegetables because they are potatoes.
False.
What percentage of our diet should be whole/healthy foods?
80/20
What are some foods that are high in dopamine and serotonin?
eggs, dairy, green leafy veggies, nuts,
Protein can also be found in dairy. Name 3 dairy products.
milk, cheese, yogurt
You should aim to have around 3 meals per day and 2-3 healthy snacks.
true.