Mostly Protein
Name three foods with high amounts of protein:
Chicken, tuna, salmon, eggs, beef, cottage cheese
Name three foods that have high amounts of healthy fats:
Nuts, Seeds, EVOO, Avocado Oil, Avocados
Name three foods that are high in carbohydrates:
Rice, whole grain bread, pasta, fruit, cereal, oats...
What are three examples of vitamins & minerals:
Fruits, vegetables... etc
What are 2 benefits of protein?
Boost memory, improve mental clarity, fight fatigue, tissue repair, hormone regulation
What are three benefits of fats?
Protect against cold, provide energy for muscles, provide a layer of padding between skin and muscles, and protect internal organs.
What do carbohydrates do for the body?
They give the body lasting energy (complex carbs)
What do vitamins and minerals do for the body?
Vitamins - help the body produce energy. Help control body functions such as digestion, metabolism, hormone development, wound healing and nerve function.
Minerals - help with bone growth, water balance, metabolism, and nerve and muscle function.
How many food groups are on your MyPlate?
5 (will accept 4)
What is the difference between hunger and appetite?
Hunger- a natural drive protecting against starvation
Appetite- the desire to eat
What is fiber?
A type of carbohydrate that your body cannot digest or absorb. Helps move waste out of the body.
Why is it important to drink plenty of water?
The body loses water every day through sweating, breathing, and going to the bathroom. It is important to replace this water by drinking enough to hydrate.
What is a nutrient?
Substances found in food that are essential for the body to function properly
Name 3 healthy alternative to frying foods:
Baking, grilling, or steaming
What happens to excess carbohydrates?
It turns into fat and is stored in the body.
What is the recommended portion of your plate for fruits and vegetables combined?
Half of your plate
What is protein built from?
amino acids
Define Nutrition
The process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth
Adequate nutrition is needed for wellness
What unit is used to measure energy on a nutrition label?
Calories
What are some mental health benefits of vitamins?
Increase energy, improve mood, increase red blood cells (increases oxygen to the brain)