Vitamins and Minerals
This vitamin is known as the "sunshine" vitamin.
What are the 5 major food groups?
Fruits, vegetables, grains, protein (meat), and dairy
Glucose levels measure the amount of glucose in someone's blood.
Sugar
A diet rich in protein will help build______________.
Muscle!
What type of exercise makes you breathe harder and your heart beat faster?
Cardiovascular or Aerobic
This vitamin is said to prevent colds.
Vitamin C
Which two food groups should make up 1/2 of your plate?
Fruits and vegetables.
If your body cannot digest the sugar in dairy products, you are_______.
Lactose Intolerant
Your body stores this for long-term energy needs.
Fats
Give an example of aerobic exercise.
Walking, running, jump rope, swimming, etc.
This vitamin is important to maintain healthy bones.
Calcium
A vegan diet does not contain which food?
Animal or animal by-product. (meats, dairy, animal fat)
The most common cause of death in North America is____________.
Heart disease
You use this for quick energy.
Carbohydrates or sugars.
True or false: Muscles burn calories while you are sleeping?
True!
What foods give us our Vitamin K?
Greens; kale, spinach, broccoli, collard greens, brussels sprouts
The average person requires 5-10 servings a day of this?
Fruits and vegetables
You need to take in enough calcium daily to prevent this disease.
Osteoporosis
Why do you feel sluggish after eating fatty foods?
You need to use energy to break down the large fat molecules!
How much exercise should the average adult do per day?
20-30 minutes per day, at least 5 days/week
Why do we need vitamin K?
Blood clotting and bone health
Tofu and beans can be a good substitute for which food group?
Protein or Meat
Hypertension is more commonly called_____________.
High blood pressure
What foods can your body not break down?
High-fiber, cellulose-rich foods like corn, nuts, seeds, and raw vegetable skins.
How do you calculate your target heart rate?
(220 - your age) X 50% *you can go up to 70-80% depending on your fitness level