A
Which nutrient is important for building and repairing muscles?
A. Fiber
B. Protein
C. Calcium
D. Water
Protein
Define: Nutrition
The study of how your body uses the food that you eat.
After scraping her knee, Lily eats an orange with lunch. The orange provides _____________________, which helps heal wounds and fight infections.
Vitamin C
Define: Nutrients
Chemical substances in food that help maintain a healthy body.
Which nutrient helps remove waste products and regulate body temperature?
A. Water
B. Potassium
C. Vitamin C
D. Carbohydrates
Water
During a long soccer game, Jayden needs a quick source of energy. Foods like bread, rice, and pasta are rich in _____________________, which provide the body's main source of energy.
Carbohydrates
Marcus has been getting muscle cramps and twitches during basketball practice. His doctor suggests eating more bananas because they contain _____________________.
Potassium
Define: Fiber
A type of starch that helps your body digest food and process waste.
Which type of fat is liquid at room temperature?
A. Trans Fat
B. Saturated Fat
C. Unsaturated Fat
D. Protein
Unsaturated Fat
Define: Vitamins
Fruits and vegetables are the best source of this nutrient that helps your body stay healthy.
4. What do we use to measure the energy in food?
A. Vitamins
B. Minerals
C. Carbohydrates
D. Calories
Calories
Elena takes a daily supplement because some substances her body needs cannot be made naturally by the body and must be obtained from food or supplements. These substances are called ________________________.
Minerals
5. Which vitamin helps develop strong eyesight and healthy skin?
A. Vitamin C
B. Vitamin A
C. Calcium
D. Potassium
Vitamin A
Ava drinks milk with breakfast and eats yogurt as a snack because she wants to build strong bones and teeth. She is getting plenty of _____________________.
Calcium
- peanut butter
- beans
- seeds