1
Nutrients are broken up into how many categories?
6
Sugar is which type of carbohydrate?
Simple Carbohydrate
Vitamin D
Food borne illnesses can be caused by letting food get too hot or by sitting out at room temperature for a long period of time.
True
People who eat lots of whole grains, fruit, vegetables, low fat dairy, fish and poultry have less what?
Heart Disease
Nutrients that help regulate body functions and fight infections are known as what?
Vitamins
Fats that are usually solid are room temperature are known as what? Meat and solid margarine are examples.
Saturated
A disorder in which a person starves themselves or does not eat to stay slim is known as what?
Anorexia
Food allergies generally develop early in life but can be developed at any age.
True
Which category is at the top of the food pyramid?
Fats and Oils
Sugars and starches that are contained in food are known as what? These are you primary energy source.
Carbohydrates
Promotes healthy skin and normal vision and comes from dark green leaf vegetables.
Vitamin A
A disorder in which a person eats a large amount of food and then vomits is known as what?
Bulimia
If you have diabetes which food should you avoid?
Regular Soda, food high in sugar or anything with added sugar
What food type is healthier? Fried, Grilled, or Broiled.
Broiled
Nutrients found in animal tissue and plant oils are known as what?
Fats
Needed for healthy teeth, gums, and bones. It also helps heal wounds and fight infections. It comes from citrus fruits and other kinds of fruits.
Vitamin C
How many cups of fruit should you eat a day?
2 cups
Eggs are an example of what?
Protein
Which food type is on the bottom of the food pyramid?
Vegetables
Nutrients that are the building blocks your body needs for growth are known as what?
Proteins
Needed for a healthy nervous system and it comes from poultry, meat, fish, and eggs.
Vitamin B
Substances that are added to food to produce a desired effect are called what?
The waxy fat-like substance that the body uses to build cells and make other substances is known as what?
Cholesterol
If you are going to play a big soccer game after school, which food type would be most beneficial for you to eat before the game?
Carbohydrates