Nutrition
Natural sugars in fruits are considered added sugars
false
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 dairy product can ease digestive problems?
Yogurt
What are problems with consuming too much food.
Gain Weight
Increase in Cholesterol
Increase in heart disease
What are the 5 food groups?
Grains, protein, fruits, vegetables and dairy
How much water should you drink per day?
11-15 cups per day!
Avocado is a good source of
A Healthy Fat
TRUE or FALSE - you can eat too much of one nutrient
TRUE
What foods are high in healthy fats?
Avocado, natural yogurt, nuts and legumes
TRUE or FALSE - you can eat too much of one nutrient
TRUE
This disease can occur after overeating sugars for a long period of time
what is type 2 diabetes
What does too much sodium do?
Increases your risk for high blood pressure and stroke.
What does deficiency mean?
lack of a certain nutrient
Eating foods with fiber helps to prevent this issue.
What is intestinal problems
A diet rich in ___________ is important for bowel health (bathroom habits).
What is fiber?
What are the fat soluble vitamins?
Name a healthy snack
hummus and pita chips
celery and peanut butter
an apple
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!
A waxy material that can accumulate in the arteries and clog them up. Can become too high from eating too much saturated fats
what is cholesterol?
What is a good source of Iron?
red meat
Examples of simple carbohydrates
Foods like fruit, honey, and sugar cane are all good examples of simple carbs