Carbohydrates
This is how many calories are in each gram of carbohydrates.
4 calories/gram.
This is how many calories are in each gram of protein.
4 calories/gram.
This is how many calories are in each gram of fat.
9 calories/gram
These ingredients are listed first on a food label.
Those with highest amount
How many vitamins are needed for good health?
13
Energy is measured in what?
Calories
What percentage of our daily calories should come from carbohydrates?
50%
What percentage of our daily calories should come from protein?
30%
What percentage of our daily calories should come from fat?
20%
This part of a food label gives you information on serving size, calories and different nutrients.
Nutrition Facts Table.
Name the fat soluble vitamins.
A,D,E,K
Caloric needs are determined by what? (4 things)
Age, Gender, Activity Level, Body Size.
Carbohydrates are broken down into what?
Glucose
What is protein made up of?
Amino Acid Chains
What does fat do for our organs?
Cushions / Protects
A lot.
This type of vitamin dissolves in water and is not stored in the body.
Water Soluble
BMR is genetic but can be increased by what?
Exercise
How do we store excess carbohydrates in our body?
Fat
This type of protein comes from animal sources.
Complete Protein
This type of fat is harmful in excess and usually comes from animal sources.
Saturated
These are nutrients you want with a high % DV (there are 3).
Fibre, vitamins, minerals
Sodium, potassium and chloride are examples of what type of minerals?
Electrolytes
Chips are an example of what kind of food?
Empty Calorie
This non-energy yielding form of carbohydrate is found in the skin of fruits and vegetables and helps with digestion.
Fibre
This plant based protein contains all of the essential amino acids.
Soybeans
This type of fat is liquid at room temperature.
Unsaturated
What do the nutrient content claims "reduced, less, lower, fewer or light" mean?
At least 25% less of the nutrient compared to a similar product.
This type of major mineral is needed for the development of strong bones.
Calcium
What percent of your place should be made up of fruits and vegetables?
50%
What types of carbohydrates provide quick energy and are usually named with the suffix "ose"?
Simple Carbohydrates
This group of people might face challenges in meeting their daily protein requirements.
Vegetarians / Non-meat eaters
Trans Fat
250 calories
This trace mineral is used to make hemoglobin, a protein that transports oxygen in our red blood cells.
Iron
What is the purpose of carbohydrate loading?
Increase energy stores (glycogen) in the muscles.