Section 1
Name the three classes of nutrients that supply your body with energy
Carbohydrates, Fats, and Proteins
What are the two main classes of vitamins?
Fat soluble and water soluble
True or false,whole grains have more complex carbohydrates then refined grains.
True
_____________ is the chemical process by which your body breaks down food to release energy.
Metabolism
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What are the two general types of carbohydrates? Give an example of each.
Simple carbohydrates- sugars that are in fruits, vegetables and milk. Cookies, candies, soft drinks
Complex carbohydrates- starches in plant foods such as potatoes and grains(rice, corn and wheat)
What are the 4 fat soluble vitamins?
Fat soluble- A, D, E, and K
True or false, Fish and seeds are not considered protein.
False.
Meat, beans, seeds are in the protein category.
The amount of energy released when nutrients are broken down is measured in units called _______ .
Calories
What is the largest category on MyPlate?
Grains
The proteins in your body are made up of ______ amino acids, ______ of these are essential amino acids. (numbers)
20 amino acids
9 are essential amino acids
What are the two most powerful antioxidants?
Vitamins C and E
The Dietary Guidelines recommend teens to be active for ____ minutes most days.
60 minutes
What is cholesterol?
A waxy, fat like substance that is only found in animal products.
What category (or categories) would a peanut butter and jelly sandwich be in?
Bread- grains
Peanut butter- protein
Jelly- fruit
What is an incomplete protein? How do you make a incomplete protein complete?
Incomplete proteins are proteins that come from plant sources. to make an incomplete protein complete you must combine two sources.
two incomplete proteins = one complete protein
Name four of the seven minerals that your body needs in significant amounts.
Calcium Phosphorous
Sodium Chlorine
Potassium Sulfur
Magnesium
What does it mean for a food to be called "nutrient dense"?
nutrient dense foods contain a lot of vitamins and minerals relative to the number of calories.
High vitamins/minerals, low calories
What is anemia?
A condition in which the red blood cells do not contain enough hemoglobin.
What important mineral is found in all foods in the dairy group?
Calcium
What roles do carbohydrates, fats and proteins play in your body?
Carbohydrates- supply energy for your body's functions
Fats- form cells, maintain body temperature, and protect your nerves
Proteins- growth and repair of your body's tissues
Explain why water is so important to your body
Most of your body's chemical reactions take place in a water solution. This includes those that produce energy and build new tissues.
What are the three factors that determine the amount you should consume from each food group?
Age, gender, and activity level
What is homeostasis?
The process of maintaining a steady state inside your body.
Which of these nutrients can you get from eating whole fruit that is not usually found in juice?
Vitamins
Minerals
Fiber
Sugar
Fiber