Definitions
The process of eating and absorbing food that your body needs for nourishment.
Nutrition
Which food is high in potassium, which helps prevent high blood pressure and supports muscle health?
Bananas
Males need more iron than females.
False
Females need more iron
Which drink should you choose to help you hydrate more?
Milk, Water, Gatorade, Apple Juice
Water
What are the two categories of nutrients?
Macronutrients and Micronutrients
The main source of energy powering your body.
Carbohydrates
Which mineral builds strong bones?
Calcium
Medical conditions can affect nutrition at any age.
True
Which meal is most important for middle schoolers?
Breakfast
Which vitamin can you get from the sun?
Vitamin D
Help build and repair muscles, as well as regulate hormones.
Proteins
Which mineral helps your body make hemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells?
Iron
People age 65 and older should focus more on foods that boost Vitamin D and Calcium.
True
Which of the following is a good source of calcium?
Water, Cranberry Juice, Milk, Pepsi
Milk
How many classes of nutrients are there?
6
Make its way into food via the animals that eat them and the plants that absorb them.
Minerals
Which mineral helps prevent tooth decay?
Fluoride
Nutrients are a unit of energy.
False
Calories
What is the healthiest breakfast option?
Eggs and white toast, donuts, whole grain toast with peanut butter, oatmeal
Whole Grain Toast with Peanut Butter
What are the five food groups that make up a balanced meal?
Dairy, Fruits, Grains, Protein, Vegetables
Substances that plants and animals make.
Vitamins
Which mineral helps your body metabolize carbohydrates and fats?
Chromium
You need more protein than fruits and vegetables in your diet.
False
You need more fruits and vegetables
Which of the following is an example of a carbohydrate?
Broccoli, Steak, Potatoes, Cheddar Cheese
Potatoes
What are the 3 categories of macronutrients?
Proteins, Lipids, Carbohydrates