Nutrition
TRUE or FALSE--Natural sugars in fruits are considered added sugars.
false
What are carbohydrates used for?
Primary energy source
Name three problems with consuming too much food.
Gain Weight
Increase in Cholesterol
Increase in heart disease
What dairy product can ease digestive problems ?
Yogurt
Which food group is rich in carbohydrates?
Fruits
What are proteins mainly used for?
Growth and repair
TRUE or FALSE - you can eat too much of one nutrient
TRUE
TRUE or FALSE - walking can be as effective as running for various individuals
TRUE
How much water should you drink per day?
8-15 cups per day (depends on activity level and multiple other factors)--8 cups is average for most people
What are they benefits of eating fruits and vegetables?
They are packed with vitamins, minerals and fiber which are important in overall health
The human body is made of__ % of water
70%
Consume less calories than they burn.
Is drinking fruit juice as good as eating fruit?
No - whole fruit provides more nutrition than fruit juice. Fruit juice can also have extra added sugar in it
What does deficiency mean?
lack of a certain nutrient
What happens to excess carbohydrates?
It turns into fat and is stored in the body.
What are the 5 food groups?
Grains, protein, fruits, vegetables and dairy
What do calories measure in food?
Energy provided by the food
Name the six vitamins needed by our body that we can get from food consumption.
What are Vitamins A, B, C, D, E and K?
Name the six basic nutrients needed by our body.
What are carbohydrates, fat, protein, vitamins, minerals, & water?
Name 2 different types of foods that contain proteins
Meat/fish, dairy
2 facts about water in the body
Keep normal temperature
Get rid of wastes through urination, perspiration, and bowel movements.
What is a good source of Iron?
red meat
Which has more empty calories: fruits or potato chips?
potato chips
What does an empty calorie food mean?
A food that is low in nutrition and highly processed.
Examples of simple carbohydrates
white grains ( white bread, buns, wraps) white rice, pasta, some fruits, candy, chocolate, pop
OR
Glucose, fructose, galactose