Vitamins
What does nutrient deficiency mean?
lack of a certain nutrient
What are micronutrients?
Micronutrients are vitamins and minerals that your body needs in small amounts to function properly
What are the name of these blood cells that help fight infection?
White Blood cells!
What does Iron do for mental and physical health?
Iron helps transport oxygen in the blood. A deficiency can lead to tiredness.
What does too much sodium do?
Increases your risk for high blood pressure and stroke.
A deficiency of this vitamin can cause scurvy
Vitamin C!
Why are Micronutrients called Micro?
They are needed in small amounts by the body
What are the names of the cells that carry oxygen?
Red blood cells!
Name a food with Omega-3 that is linked to lower rates of depression
Fish, nuts, and seeds!
Name a source for probiotics found in food
Yogurt, Kefir, buttermilk, cottage cheese, sauerkraut, kimchi, pickles, miso, tempeh, and natto
What is a good source of Iron?
Red meat, poultry, seafood, tofu, dark leafy greens, legumes, lentils, nuts and seeds, supplements, and cooking with a cast iron skillet!
Why are nutrients like carbs and proteins called Macronutrients?
They are needed in larger quantities than other nutrients.
True or False: Citrus fruit can help lower cholesterol?
True!
What is the name of the hormones that tell our brains we are hungry and full?
Ghrelin and leptin!
What happens to excess carbohydrates?
It turns into fat and is stored in the body.
True or False: We need fats to help with vitamin and mineral absorption
True.
What macronutrient helps with muscle and tissue repair?
Protein
Name 3 things that are carried in the blood
Oxygen, carbon dioxide, nutrients, wastes, hormones, and water!
Why are vitamins b12 and folate important?
A deficiency in these vitamins can lead to increased risk of depression.
Name 3 staff members of the Dietary Team at Crestwood!
Francisco, Arthur, Juan, Ricky, Cody, Danyelle!
This vitamin is very important for eye health, and a person who gets too little could develop night blindness.
Vitamin A!
What are the three major macronutrients that give you energy
Carbohydrates, protein, fats,
What foods are high in healthy fats?
Avocado, natural yogurt, nuts and legumes
What is gut-brain connection?
The gut is home to trillions of microorganisms that communicate with the brain through the gut-brain axis. This connection means that what you eat can directly affect your mood and mental health.
Essential nutrients must be provided with food because...
The body does not produce it in sufficient quantities to satisfy the needs of the body