Nutrition labels
What unit is used to measure energy on a nutrition label?
Calories
Examples of complex carbs include:
Pasta, rice, bread, etc..
D
What is a healthier alternative to white bread?
Whole wheat bread
Which type of nutrient is used by the body for energy and is found in foods like bread, rice, and pasta?
Carbohydrates
What does the "Serving Size" on a nutrition label tell you?
The recommended amount of food for one serving
What food group includes foods like chicken, beans, and eggs?
Protein
This vitamin aids in eyesight
A
This nutrient makes up about 60% of the human body and is essential for regulating temperature, transporting nutrients, and removing waste.
Water
Which type of nutrition is essential for building and repairing tissues, and can be found in meat, beans, and nuts?
Protein
If a nutrition label shows 150 calories per serving and you eat two servings, how many calories have you consumed?
300 calories
How many cals per gram do carbs provide?
4
True or false: taking more than the recommended amount of vitamins is harmless
false
This vegetable has a reputation for being healthy for your eyes for its high vitamin A content
carrots
How many grams of sugar are recommended daily?
What are the 6 major groups of nutrients?
protein, carbs, fats, vitamins, minerals, water
How many cals per gram do proteins provide?
Does everyone need to take a multivitamin to ensure they get enough of each vitamin?
No, not if they have a balanced diet.
Name a healthy alternative to frying foods.
Baking, grilling, or steaming
Which type of nutrient helps build bones and teeth and can be found in dairy products and leafy greens?
Calcium
How many calories make up one pound?
3500
9
What is protein built from?
amino acids
Which type of nutrition is important for digestion and is found in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains?
Fiber