Nutrition 1
Natural sugars in fruits are considered added sugars
What are carbohydrates used for?
Primary energy source
We want to limit these two types of fat in our diet?
Saturated and Trans fat
what are the three major macronutrients that give you energy
Carbohydrates, protein, fats,
True or false. Water is an essential nutrient
True
What are proteins mainly used for?
Growth and repair
What is basal metabolic rate?
Calories burned at rest
Avocado is a good source of
A Healthy Fat
What types of carbohydrates are there?
Simple and Complex
What foods are high in healthy fats?
Avocado, natural yogurt, nuts and legumes
What does sodium measure in food?
The amount of salt
True or False: We need fats to help with vitamin and mineral absorption
True!
What does too much sodium do?
Increases your risk for high blood pressure and stroke.
What does deficiency mean?
lack of a certain nutrient
What type of macronutrient is a primary source of energy
Carbohydrates!
What are the 3 macronutrients
Protein, Carbs and Fats
What percentage of calories should you consume from carbohydrates?
60%
What type of fat should you avoid as much as possible?
Trans Fats
What macronutrient helps with muscle and tissue repair?
Protein!
Name 3 different types of foods that contain proteins
Meat/fish, dairy, nuts/legumes
High sodium intake can lead to high blood pressure.
True
Are legumes a source of carb and protein?
True!
Carbohydrates can be simple or complex?
Both!
Simple Carbohydrates take a long time to digest true or false?
False
Give one example of simple carbohydrates
white grains ( white bread, buns, wraps) white rice, pasta, some fruits, candy, chocolate, pop
OR
Glucose, fructose, galactose