Carbohydrates
What are examples of carbohydrates?
Oatmeal, bread, pasta, and rice
What are "amino acids?"
"The "building" blocks of all proteins.
What are examples of unsaturated fats?
Olive oil, canola oil, peanut oil, and avocado oil
What are health-promoting behaviors?
Eating a variety of foods, getting enough sleep, engaging in joyful movement, eating enough food, spending time with family and friends
What determines weight and body size?
Genetics/heredity
What is the energy source for the body?
Carbohydrates
What are "essential" amino acids?
9 amino acids must be consumed in the diet and are therefore considered this.
Examples of saturated fat
Butter, coconut oil, lard, and animal fats
What is body image?
Thoughts and feelings that you have about your body.
What is "binge eating"?
Eating large amounts of food in a short amount of time and feeling "out of control" when eating
What hormones that help regulate blood sugar?
Insulin and glucagon
What are examples of protein?
Meat, dairy, poultry, beans, and tofu
What is cholesterol?
A type of fat is a precursor to many hormones and can be found in foods like eggs.
What are signs of hunger?
Feeling weak, dizzy, irritable, and stomach growling
What is "dieting"?
Restricting food intake to lose weight.
What is glycogen?
The stored version of glucose.
What is "DNA?"
the "blueprint" for all proteins in the body.
What are Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids?
Two fatty acids that the body cannot synthesize so must receive them through diet.
What are signs of fullness?
Feeling focused, calm, satisfied, and stomach not growling
What is "BMI"?
Body Mass Index - ratio of height and weight
Carbohydrates aid in the increase of what neurotransmitter?
Serotonin
What is the function of protein?
Building muscles, growth and repair, healthy hair, skin, and nails
What are the four fat soluble vitamins"
Vitamins A, D, E, and K
What are benefits of movement?
Energy, strength, decreased stress and anxiety, joy, social connection
What are reasons for eating?
Nourishment, energy, pleasure, connection