Fruits
Name a yellow fruit
Banana, pineapple, mango
Name a green vegetable
broccoli, spinach, lettuce, bell pepper, beans, cucumbers
Which is healthier, whole or refined grains?
Whole grains
Name a dairy product other than milk
Cheese, yogurt, butter
Calories the body gets from foods (carbohydrates, fats, and proteins) to perform daily activities.
Energy
Name 2 types of berries
Strawberry, blueberry, raspberry, blackberry, cranberry
Name 2 red/ orange vegetables
bell peppers, carrots, sweet potatoes, beets
Name the 2 types of grains
Whole and refined grains
Name a protein that is not chicken or beef
fish, nuts, seeds, eggs, tofu,
The process by which the body breaks down the foods we eat into smaller parts so nutrients can be absorbed and used for energy, growth, and repair.
Digestion
Fruits have lots of water, which helps with _________
Hydration
Name 4 colors vegetables can be
Green, red, orange, black, yellow
Grains are a main source of __________ (primary source of energy)
Carbohydrates
Protein helps your body grow healthy ______, _______ and _______.
Skin, hair, nails
A main type of nutrient and the body’s preferred source of energy; they include sugars, starches, and fiber.
Carbohydrates
What does vitamin C do to your body?
Helps your immune system and helps heal cuts
How much percentage of your plate should be fruits and vegetables?
50%
What vitamins do grains contain?
B vitamins
Name 1 nutrient protein provides
Iron, zinc, healthy fats
Nutrients that the body needs in small amounts to grow, repair itself, and stay healthy.
Vitamins
What vitamin and mineral do fruits have?
Vitamin C and Potassium
What vitamins to vegetables contain?
Vitamin A and K
What is the purpose of B vitamins?
To convert food into energy
What does calcium do for your body?
Builds strong bones and teeth
Define fiber
It helps keep the digestive system working, prevents constipation, and can help control blood sugar and cholesterol.