Eating Basics
What does it mean to eat seasonally?
Name 2 Vegetables that you would eat at this time of year.
Eating the foods that grow naturally during the season you are in.
Root vegetables; squash, beets, brussel sprouts, kale, collards, radish, turnips
The key to a healthy diet is this. Eating only as much food as your body needs. You should feel satisfied at the end of a meal, but not stuffed.
What is mindful eating. OR
What is moderation.
Broccoli, Canteloupe, Tomatoes, Potatoes, Papaya, Brussel Sprouts, Oranges, Grapefruit are all high in what vitamin?
Vitamin C
The amount you need of this is based on your weight rather than calorie intake. Adults should eat at least 0.8g of this per 2.2lbs of their body weight. A higher intake may help to lower your risk for obesity, osteoporosis, type 2 diabetes, and stroke.
Protein
How much of your plate consist of Fruit and Vegetables.
A) One quarter (1/4)
B) Two thirds (2/3)
C) One half (1/2)
C: 1/2
These have grown recently, particularly in restaurants, fast food establishments, and prepackaged food.
What is Serving sizes
Name two examples of whole grains
Oats, whole wheat, wild rice, barley, quinoa
1 serving size of meat is about the size of this:
A: Tennis ball
B: Palm of your hand
C: Cell phone
B: Palm of your hand
Give 3 tips on how to have a nutritious diet.
1) Eat a variety of food; fruits and vegetables.
2) Moderate animal fats; include health fats such as avocado, nuts and seeds.
3) Eat food with fiber, whole grains, berries and other fruits and vegetables
I am found in vegetable shortenings, some margarines, crackers, candies, cookies, snack foods, fried foods, baked goods, and other processed foods wmade with partially hydrogenated vegetable oils.
What is Trans Fat (should be avoided- only about 2 grams a day)
Which of these is the least ideal choice?
A: Fresh fruit
B: Frozen fruit
C: Canned fruit
C: Canned fruit
This comes from fruits and vegetables and helps against certain types of cancer and other diseases. And while advertisements promise that supplements (like vitamin pills or powers) deliver the same nutritional benefits, research suggest otherwise.
What are antioxidants
Chewing helps release the digestive enzyme amylase. Ideally, how many times should you chew?
25 times
These are the foundation of a nutritious diet. They are low in calories and nutrient dense, which means they are packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber.
What is Fruits and Vegetables
Added fat helps make food _____________ and gives it body. Although trans fats are on the decline in processed foods, you should still read the label. According to the FDA, a product can still claim it has zero trans fat if each serving has less than half a gram of fat.
What is shelf-stable
Good sources of ________________ are needed to nourish your brain, heart, and cells, as well as your hair, skin, and nails. Foods rich in certain Omega-3 are particularly important and can reduce cardiovascular disease, improve your mood, and help prevent dementia.
What are unsaturated fats
How long does it take for your brain to tell your body that it has had enough food?
A: < 10 minutes
B: 20-30 minutes
C: 1 hour
B: 20-30 minutes
Which vitamin do we need more of in the winter as the hours of sunlight are shorter?
Vitamin D