Definitions
What are Starches, Sugars, and Fiber called?
Carbohydrates
What is the food label for?
To tell the nutritional content of a food item.
If it sounds too good to be true, ______________.
it probably is.
What type of grains should your grains be?
Whole Grains
Zinc is a _____?
Mineral
What's a Calorie?
A unit of measuring energy in food
Why is the number of servings per container an important number?
The nutrition information is only for the specific serving. There can be multiple servings per container.
What you eat affects the structure and function of your brain. What did I compare this to?
A car and fuel.
MyPlate recommendations are based on the ________ (years) Dietary Guidelines.
2015-2020
What physical activity is associated sedentary?
The physical activity that is associated with just living. No extra physical work.
Fats
Why are the ingredients listed in the order they are?
It is by weight.
What is one reason that nutrition should matter to you?
Lower the risk of future health problems.
Can help with moods
Helps with brain function
Starting early habits are easier.
What foods are you supposed to avoid (name 2)?
Solid Fats, Added Sugars, and Salt
When someone says Cardiovascular problems what does that mean?
Related to the Heart
What factors are considered for daily calorie needs (name at least 3)?
Age, Gender, Height, Weight, Level of Physical Activity
The % Daily Values on a food label are based on a _______ diet.
2,000 calorie
How many calories should a 12-13 year old girl who is moderately active have a day?
2,000
What are the 5 different food categories on MyPlate?
Grains, Fruits, Vegetables, Protein, and Dairy
What is Niacin?
Vitamin
Bonus points: Vitamin B3
What are the 5 Essential Nutrients?
1. Carbs
2. Proteins
3. Fats
4. Vitamins
5. Minerals
Name 5 categories found on a food label.
Serving Size, Servings per Container, Calories, Total Fat, Saturated Fat, Trans Fat, Cholesterol, Sodium, Total Carbs, Dietary Fiber, Sugars, Proteins, Vitamins and Minerals
Name 3 reasons why you might need to change your diet.
Diabetes, Heart Disease, Cholesterol issues, High Blood Pressure, Allergies, GI problems, Lack of food, etc.
Name 10 vegetables and 10 Fruits.
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What does FDA stand for?
Food and Drug Administration.