Nutrition
This macromolecule is your body's main and preferred source of quick energy.
What are Carbohydrates?
You must check this section at the very top of a Nutrition Facts label before calculating calories, as all numbers are based on it.
What is the Serving Size?
MyPlate recommends making at least half of your plate consist of these two food groups combined.
What are Fruits and Vegetables?
Clue: You should wash your hands with warm water and soap for at least this many seconds before handling food.
What is 20 seconds?
The abbreviation "tbsp" or "T" stands for this larger measuring unit.
What is a Tablespoon?
Saturated fats are typically solid at room temperature and usually come from this type of source.
What are Animal sources? (Accept: Animals/Meat/Dairy)
The unit used to measure the amount of energy food provides to your body.
What is a Calorie?
According to MyPlate, at least half of the grains you eat daily should fall into this specific category.
What are Whole Grains?
Transferring harmful bacteria from raw meat or poultry to fresh produce using the same cutting board is known as this.
What is cross-contamination?
There are this many teaspoons in 1 tablespoon.
What is 3?
Found in whole grains, fruits, and vegetables, this type of non-digestible carbohydrate keeps your digestive system moving smoothly.
What is Fiber?
On a food label, ingredients are always listed in descending order by this measurement.
What is weight?
This blue circle icon on the side of the MyPlate graphic reminds you to include calcium-rich foods.
What is Dairy?
The temperature range between 40°F and 140°F, where bacteria multiply most rapidly, is called this.
What is the Danger Zone?
You should use a clear, level cup with a pouring spout rather than a nested dry cup to accurately measure milk or oil.
What is a liquid measuring cup?
Made up of amino acids, this nutrient builds, maintains, and repairs body tissues like muscles.
What is Protein?
The %DV rule of thumb states that 5% or less of a nutrient is considered low, while this percentage or higher is considered high.
What is 20%?
Beans, peas, nuts, seeds, eggs, and tofu all belong to this MyPlate food group alongside meat and poultry.
What is the Protein group?
The safest place in the kitchen to thaw frozen meat overnight rather than leaving it on the counter.
What is the refrigerator?
This culinary knife technique involves cutting food into very small, uniform, 1/4-inch cubes.
What is Dicing? (Accept: Dice)
This nutrient insulates your body, protects your organs, and helps absorb vitamins A, D, E, and K.
What is Fat (or Lipids)?
The Dietary Guidelines suggest limiting added sugars, saturated fat, and this mineral linked to high blood pressure.
What is Sodium?
Replacing sugary sodas with this essential liquid is one of the best ways to stay hydrated without added calories.
What is Water?
Poultry (like chicken and turkey) must be cooked to an internal temperature of at least this many degrees Fahrenheit to be safe.
What is 165 degrees Fahrenheit?
When measuring dry ingredients like flour or brown sugar in a measuring cup, you should use a straight edge to do this to the top.
What is Level it off?