Nutrients and Their Roles
This nutrient gives you energy and is found in bread, rice, and pasta.
What are carbohydrates?
Apples, bananas, and strawberries are part of this food group.
What are fruits?
This is the healthier snack: a bag of chips or an apple.
What is an apple?
This fruit has tiny seeds on the outside and is full of Vitamin C.
What is a strawberry?
You can add this leafy green to a smoothie to make it healthier.
What is spinach?
This vitamin helps your body heal cuts and wounds.
What is Vitamin C?
Yogurt is part of this food group.
What is dairy?
This drink is better for your bones: soda or milk.
What is milk?
This fruit is high in potassium and is great for muscle health.
What is a banana?
This type of oil is healthy and contains good fats for cooking.
What is olive oil?
This nutrient is essential for building strong muscles.
What is protein?
Broccoli, spinach, and carrots belong to this food group.
What are vegetables?
You should drink more of this to stay healthy: water or juice.
What is water?
This green vegetable looks like a “mini tree” and is full of fiber.
What is broccoli?
This is the healthiest way to cook vegetables: boiling, frying, or steaming.
What is steaming?
This liquid keeps you hydrated and helps your organs work properly.
What is water?
Bread, rice, oats, and quinoa are part of this food group.
What are grains? (Or carbohydrates)
True or False: Eating a rainbow of fruits and vegetables is good for you.
What is true?
This vegetable is rich in Vitamin A and helps improve eyesight.
What is a carrot?
This term means a grain is made from the entire seed and contains more nutrients.
What is whole grain?
This nutrient is vital for building strong bones and teeth.
What is calcium?
Nuts and seeds are part of these two food groups.
What are protein and healthy fats?
This is why it’s important to wash fruits and vegetables before eating them.
What is to remove dirt, bacteria, and pesticides?
This food is known as a “superfood” because it’s packed with nutrients and healthy fats.
What is an avocado?
This cooking method is healthier: frying or baking.
What is baking?