Nutrition Vocab
What kind of grains still have their entire grain kernel intact? (Ex. oatmeal and brown rice)
Whole grains
Zinc
What food group does chicken and tuna fish belong in?
Protein
How many minutes every day should you spend being active?
60 minutes
What amount of your plate should be grains?
25% or one quarter
What you do call the amount of each food group that you put on your plate?
Portion size
Dietary fiber, often found in vegetables, helps reduce cholesterol and lower the risk of __________ disease
Heart
What food group do soy milk and cheese belong in?
Dairy
What kind of exercises help improve flexibility?
What amount of your plate should be fruits and vegetables?
50% or one half
What do you call the system in your body that protects you from foreign substances, disease, and infection?
The immune system
What food group has a lot of B vitamins, iron, zinc and magnesium?
Protein
What food group does cantaloupe belong in?
Fruit
What part of your body is used to create movement of all types?
Muscles
What kind of drink is a good source of calcium?
Low-fat/fat-free milk OR fortified soy milk
What are the substances found in foods that are good for health, such as calcium, iron, potassium, and zinc?
Minerals
What mineral is found in fruits such as bananas, honeydew, and kiwis, and can help you maintain healthy blood pressure?
Potassium
What food group do popcorn and brown rice belong in?
Grains
What do you call the ability to keep moving or being active for a long period of time?
Endurance
What is a good source of protein that doesn't contain meat?
Nuts or beans or eggs (any of these answers is correct)
What kind of grains still have their entire grain kernel intact? (Ex. oatmeal and brown rice)
Whole grains
Complex carbohydrates, dietary fiber, and B-vitamins can all be found in which food group?
Grains
What food group does an avocado belong in?
Vegetable
What do you call the rhythm you can feel in your wrist or neck as your heart pumps blood?
Pulse (or heart beat)
What amount of your grains should be whole grains?
50% or one half