CHO
Why is Carbohydrates important to us?
A.) Our bodies use CHO last to burn off
B.) Our bodies use CHO first to burn off
C.) Helps us build muscles as well as repair them
D.) None of these are true
B.) Our bodies use CHO first to burn off
True or false: You do not need only to eat meat to get the recommended amount of protein a day.
True
Which of the following is an example of a food that is high in fat
A.) Whole grains
B.) Avocados
C.) Beans
D.) Sunflower seeds
B.) Avocados
List 3 different vitamins
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin B
-Vitamin C
-Vitamin D
-Vitamin E
-Vitamin K
List 2 different minerals
- Calcium
- Iron
-Magnesium
-Phosphorus
-Potassium
-Zinc
Which of the following is the definition of simple sugars?
A.) Provides fast energy to our bodies because we can absorb it fast
B.) Provide longer-lasting energy because it takes a while for our bodies to break and absorb
C.) Provides fast energy to our bodies because it takes us a while to absorb it
D.) Provides a long amount of energy in a short amount of time because our bodies can absorb it fast and use it for a long time
A.) Provides fast energy to our bodies because we can absorb it fast
Why are proteins important for use?
A.) provide energy to us that fuels our brain
B.) Helps us build muscles as well as repair them
C.) Help support and build strong bones
D.) Both B and C
D.) Both B and C
Is butter an example of saturated or unsaturated fats?
Saturated fat
What best describes Vitamin A
A.) Supports healthy skin, heal wounds and helps the immune system
B.) Supports healthy skin, nails and eyes
C.) Helps our vision, immune system, growth and development
D.) Helps stop bleeding and helps the building of bones
C.) Helps our vision, immune system, growth and development
True or false: can our bodies make minerals
FALSE
Which of the following is an example of a complex carbohydrate?
A.) Milk
B.) Fruits
C.) Potatoes
D.) White Rice
C.) Potatoes
Which of the following is an example of an incomplete protein?
A.) Fish
B.) Eggs
C.) Vegetables
D.) Poultry
C.) Vegetables
List one way how fats benefit us
- provide us with energy
- protects (cushions) our organs
- helps us absorb nutrients
What vitamin do people from New England not get enough of?
Vitamin D
What mineral do people not get enough of?
A.) Calcium
B.) Iron
C.) Magnesium
D.) Zinc
B.) Iron
Which of the following does not contain or are low in Carbohydrates?
A.) Chickpeas
B.) kidney beans
C.) Fish and Seafood
D.) Butter
C.) Fish and Seafood
Which of the following describes an incomplete protein?
A.) Found in animal products that contain all and are high in essential amino acids
B.) Found in plant products that contain all and are high in essential amino acids
C.) Found in animal products that are missing or low in essential amino acids
D.) Found in plant products that are missing or low in essential amino acids
D.) Found in plant products that are missing or low in essential amino acids
Name 3 food products that contain fat
Eggs, avocados, greek yogurt, olive oil, fish, nuts and seeds
What vitamin is responsible for helping to stop bleeding
Vitamin K
Provide one reason why are minerals important to us.
- helps our muscles and nerves function
- supports bone growth and strong bones
- helps our immune system to stay healthy and help our wounds
Name 3 products that contain carbohydrates
- fruits, vegetables, beans, legumes, whole grains, dairy products
Name 3 products that protein is found in
Meats, fish, eggs, beans, legumes, whole grains, dairy products, nuts and seeds
Between unsaturated and saturated fats, which one is more healthy for us?
Unsaturated
According to this definition, what vitamin does it sound like?
Supports healthy skin, heal wounds, and helps our immune system. This vitamin can be found in fruits in vegetables
Vitamin C
According to this definition, what mineral does this sound like?
Allows nerves to respond to triggers, and is found in fruits and vegetables.
Potassium