Guess the Nutrient
Function of this nutrient is to build AND repair muscles and cells
Protein!
Eggs, yogurt (Greek), cheese, nuts, chicken
Protein
When purchasing meat products, why is it important to go with lean meat?
Less fat.
A Nutrition facts label is information based on how many calorie per day on average?
2000 calories
Main energy source.
Carbohydrate.
Calcium and Phosphorus are examples of...
Minerals!
Too much sugar in our diets can lead to...
diabetes (Type II)
Which kind of fat is the best kind to have?
Unsaturated Fat
An energy storage nutrient that is needed in small amounts.
Can be found in most foods.
Fats
Whole - grain bread nof white bread is what kind of carbohydrate?
Complex carbohydrate
AN empty calorie food means it has no_________________ but many _______________>
NO Nutrients
many calories
The calories per serving in item A is 125. IF you ate 2 servings, how many calories would you be eating?
259 calories
This nutrient keeps bones and muscles strong. Can be found in almost all foods especially fruits and grains
Minerals
Vanilla Cake is an example of what type of carbohydrate?
Simple Carbohydrate
Fish contains healthy fatty acids that aid in ...
Brain function and memory!
Fiber is sometimes called dietary fiber. If someone needed more fiber and needed to look for a high fiber food, what % DV would they be looking for?
20% DV OR Daily Value of fiber
Serves different functions such as aiding in bodily processes.
Minerals
This cannot be digested in the human body.
Fiber!
Food is important to the human body because it provides us with a good source of ...
Energy!
What three nutrients is recommended to be at a 5% DV or lower
Total fat, cholesterol, and sodium