This type of fat is usually considered “healthy” and is found in foods like olive oil and avocados
What are unsaturated fats?
This macro is your body's main source of energy.
What are carbohydrates?
This nutrient helps keep digestion moving smoothly.
Fiber
The kind of sugar found in fruit
Fructose
Solid at room temperature & includes all animal fats. Butter and fatty cuts of meat are high in this type of fat.
What is saturated fat?
What are examples of protein foods?
Eggs, fish, beans, beef, pork, turkey, and chicken
True/False: Apples, beans, and oatmeal are poor sources of fiber .
False
This essential fat type is found in fish like salmon and helps support brain health.
What are omega-3 fatty acids?
A plant-based protein often made from soybeans.
What is tofu?
Bread, rice, and pasta are examples of this type of food.
Grains
Which has more fiber: white bread or whole-wheat bread?
Whole-Wheat Bread
The kind of sugar found in candies, cakes, and donuts,
Sucrose
This type of fat is often found in fried foods and baked snacks like cookies and chips.
Trans fats
A body tissue that protein helps build and repair.
What are muscles?
This type of carbohydrate is found naturally in fruits and provides quick energy.
Simple Carbs - are digested quickly and give your body energy fast. They are found in foods like fruit, milk, candy, soda, and table sugar.
Fiber can help you feel this after eating.
Full or Satisfied
Too much added sugar can increase the risk of this dental problem.
What are cavities (tooth decay)?
A plant-based oil commonly used for cooking that contains healthy fats.
Olive Oil
The tiny building blocks that make up proteins.
What are amino acids?
Brown rice, oatmeal, and whole-wheat bread are examples of this type of carbohydrate.
Complex Carbs - are digested more slowly and provide longer-lasting energy. They are often higher in fiber and found in foods like whole grains, beans, oatmeal, brown rice, and sweet potatoes.
Eating enough fiber can help support a healthy ______.
What is a gut (or digestive system)?