Nutrients
Which nutrient has the two classifications of simple and complex
Carbohydrates
This food group is primarily made up of foods that are high in carbohydrates
Grains
If a food label states that the daily Value of fat is 10%. How much of your daily Value of fat would you have eaten if you eat 5 servings?
50%
List 2 of the 8 things that influence your food choices
Geography, Family, Cultural Background
Convenience, Cost, Advertising (Media)
Personal Taste, and Cost
Which of the nutrients is needed during growth periods and used to build and repair cells? Often comes from meat.
Protein
This food group, which includes milk and cheese, is instrumental in keeping your bones and teeth strong and healthy
Dairy
This is the amount of food recommended for you to consume per product
serving size
This is a measurement of energy in foods
calories
This is the nutrient that our bodies need more than any other and is the most abundant substance on Earth
Water
Apples, pears, and oranges are examples of foods from this food group
Fruits
This is the number of servings that a product has
servings per container
What are the 3 macronutrients
Carbohydrates, Proteins, and fats
These are what proteins are made up of. They are the building blocks of protein
amino acids
This Food Group is important for providing the body with muscle building nutrients
Protein
If a food label states that a food has 6 servings Per Package and a serving size is 2 bars. How many total bars are in the package?
12
How many calories should the average person consume per day? This is the number food labels are based on
2,000
This nutrient can be classified as saturated and unsaturated.
fats
How many food groups are included in MyPlate
5
If a Food Label states that a product has 330 calories per serving and you eat 6 servings. How many calories have you consumed?
1,980 calories
These are the substances in food that your body needs to function properly
Nutrients