Substances in foods that your body needs in order to grow, have energy, and stay healthy are called this.
What are nutrients
100
The purpose of antioxidants.
What is repair cells, reverse the effects of oxidative damage ,and reduce effects of aging.
100
Starches and sugars that provide energy such as: rice, bread, pasta, potatoes,
beans, corn, fruit, and honey are this type of nutrient.
What are Carbohydrates
100
This fluid helps with digestion, carries nutrients throughout the body, removes wastes from the body, and regulates body temperature.
What is Water
100
The healthier choice between Saturated Fats & Unsaturated Fats
What are Unsaturated Fats found in avacados and nuts. (healthier)
Unlike the unhealthier Saturated fats found in meat and dairy products.
200
A broad group of compounds that destroy free radicals in the body and protect against oxidative damage.
What are antioxidants
200
Blackberries, blueberries, Plumbs, and raisins are all blue/purple which mean that they have this benefit.
What is help your memory and prevent aging.
200
This nutrient is used to repair body cells and tissues, found in meats, dairy, beans, nuts, and eggs.
What is protein
200
Your body is made up of at least this percentage of water.
What is 60%
300
Byproducts of oxyugen metabolism that can damage cells and are among the causes of many degenerative diseases.
What are free radicals
300
Water Soluble Vitamin also known as ascoribic acid. as an antioxidant it helps your immune system.
What is vitamin C
300
Nutrients that supply energy, keep the skin healthy, and promote normal growth also transport certain vitamins through the body and help build cell membranes. There are two different types and this nutrient is needed in small amounts.
What are Fats
300
The amount of water recommended to intake daily.
What is 8-10 glasses
300
Red fruits and vegetables do this
What is help the heart and help prevent cancer
400
A substance that your body cannot break down and therefore helps move waste.
What is Fiber
400
Fat soluble vitamin also called carotenoids found in orange vegetables that helps with vision
What is Vitamin A
400
Substances that help regulate the body’s functions, produce energy, and fight infections are called this.
What are vitamins
400
Three purposes of water in the body include...
What is regulate temperature, aid in digestion, maintain body function, cell growth.
400
The energy producing potential of a food, or the unit of energy that is burned in physical activity.
What is a calorie
500
A waxy substance used by the body to build cells and make other substances.
What is Cholesterol
500
Fat soluble vitamin found in vegetable oils, salad dressings, and whole grains. It's effect is magnified when taken with other antiodiants like vitamin A and C.
What is Vitamin E
500
This type of nutrient strengthens bones and teeth, helps keep blood healthy, and keeps the heart and other organs working properly.
What are minerals
500
What is it called when your body does not have enough water
What is dehydration
500
The type of vitamin that needs to be replaced daily as it is used easily by the body.