Food Types
Nutrition for the Body
Recommendations & Facts
100

Meats, Poultry, Eggs

What is protein?

100

The macronutrient converted to glucose for energy

What are carbohydrates?

100

The recommended daily calorie intake for females ages 14-18

What is 1,800 to 2,400 calories per day?

200

Soda & Energy Drinks

What are unhealthy beverages?

200

The building blocks of growth & development that affect mood, sleep, weight, and attentiveness

What are proteins/amino acids?

200

The recommended daily calorie intake for males ages 14-18

What is 2,000 to 3,200 calories per day?

300

Chips & Fast Food 

What are bad fat(i.e., trans, saturated)?

300
Contain micronutrients (e.g., antioxidants, vitamins, minerals) to prevent disease and promote cognitive function.

What are fruits & vegetables?

300

The recommended daily intake of 100% fruit juice

What is 4 to 10 fluid ounces?

400

Nuts & Seafood

What are good fats (i.e., unsaturated, Omega-3,6)?

400
Are types of carbohydrates characterized by slow glucose release and provide for a steady level of attentiveness

What are oats, grains and legumes?

400

Prepare same types of food in a variety of forms

What is the best way to increase acceptance and intake of healthy foods?

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