Week 1
What is another name for proteins?
Amino Acids
How do I know whats in my food?
Read the nutritional label!
What do pesticides do?
Are there hidden sugars in our foods?
How many macronutrients are there?
4
What are some unhealthy types of fats?
Trans fats and saturated fats
What costs more? Healthy foods or junk and fast food?
Junk and fast food
What makes fast foods unhealthy?
Additives and preservatives
It can be very misleading!
What are the four macronutrients?
Amino Acids, lipids, carbohydrates, water
What diet is found in the Mediterranean?
The Mediterranean diet
What diet is olive oil commonly found in?
Mediterranean diet
What does it mean if a food is processed?
Its been altered from its original state
If something is natural/organic, does it necessarily mean that it is healthy?
No
What mineral makes your bone stronger?
Calcium
What is a calorie?
Its the amount of energy your body gains
What diets consists of no meat?
Vegan and vegetarian diets
When is it okay to skip a meal?
Never!
What is one thing that needs to be regulated more?
Fast and junk foods and their labelings.
What does Omega 3 assist with?
Brain function
What is sodium measured in?
miligrams (mg)
What is intermittent fasting?
Fasting for periods of time then eating again for certain health benefits
Is frying food healthy?
How can you get healthier recipes?
Get a cook book or look online from a credible source