Carbs
The long name for the the primary source of energy for humans
Carbohydrates
Name three good sources of protein
Meat, fish, poultry, beans, nuts, eggs, dairy, soy
The macronutrient that includes fats, waxes, steroids, and oils
Lipids
Basic building blocks of the human body
Protein
Nutrients that humans need in large amounts to keep their bodies functioning properly
Macronutrient
Name two of the three places we can find carbohydrates in our food.
sugar, fiber, starch
What is a complete protein?
Foods that contain all 9 essential amino acids
Name the three types of fats
Saturated, Unsaturated, Trans
A type of waxy fat that moves through the bloodstream and is found only in animal products
Cholesterol
Name three functions of water in the body.
1. Regulate temperature
2. Maintain organ function
3. Aid digestion
4. Protect joints, spinal cord, and tissues
5. Regulate circulation
6. Keep brain functioning properly
Carbohydrates are the main source of energy for which organ?
The brain
The 9 amino acids that the body can not produce and must be obtained through diet
Which type of fat is the healthiest?
Unsaturated
The most dense source of energy
Fats
What is one potential outcome of eating too much sugar on a regular basis?
1. Tired/low energy
2. Tooth decay/cavities
3. Type 2 diabetes
4. Weight gain
5. Poor memory/mood
Breaks down quickly; found in desserts, soda, and sugary cereal.
Simple Carbohydrates
How many amino acids does the body need to function properly
20
Which type of fat is the least healthy?
Trans
The small building blocks of protein
amino acids
What substance makes up 60-70% of the human body
Water
Name three good sources of complex carbohydrates.
Whole grain oats, wheat, or other grains, legumes, vegetables, brown rice, quinoa
Name three functions of proteins in the body.
1. Build and repair muscle tissue
2. Function as enzymes
3. Function as antibodies
4. Produce hormones
5. Transport nutrients
6. Regulate fluid
Name 2 functions of lipids in the body
1. Proper brain functioning
2. Protecting organs
3. Producing hormones
4. Absorbing fat-soluble vitamins
The macronutrient most important for maintaining fluid balance in the body
Water
Why is whole fruit a healthier choice than fruit juice?
It contains fiber
For optimal nutrition, foods should be consumed in the form God created them