Nutrition 1
Corn, peas, carrots, and broccoli all belong to what food group?
Vegetables
Apples, oranges, bananas, and grapes all belong to what food group?
Fruits
Chicken, Tuna, Eggs, and Beef all belong in what food group?
Protein
Yogurt, milk, cheese, and ice cream all belong to what food group?
Dairy
Bread, cereal, crackers, rice, and pasta all belong in what food group?
Grains
Define Nutrition
the process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth
Adequate nutrition is needed for wellness.
Define a Serving
A quantity of food suitable for one person
what are the five major groups of nutrients?
Carbohydrates, protein, fats, minerals and vitamins
What are the five main food groups?
Grain, Dairy, Fruits, Vegetables, and Protein
Vitamin A,B,C,D,E Calcium, Iron, Zinc, Magnesium, Potassium
What are some high Vitamin foods?
Fish, Leafy greens, seeds/nuts, eggs
Benefits of protein
muscle growth, boost memory, improve mental clarity, fight fatigue, tissue repair, hormone regulation
Benefits of high fiber diet
Bowel health, lower cholesterol levels, improve blood sugar levels
Unsaturated, Saturated, and Trans are all types of what?
Fats
Cottage Cheese is a type of dairy, and hummus is made from chickpeas (a vegetable) but they are both high in what nutrient?
Protein
What is the most common vitamin deficiency?
Iron
A type of carb that your body can't digest, but it helps to keep digestion moving
Fiber
What happens when you consume excess vitamins?
Your body absorbs that amount it needs and the rest is expelled through urine
A type of carbohydrate that tastes good, but you shouldn't have too much of
Sugar
What vitamin can help boost your mood and prevent seasonal depression?
Vitamin D