NUTRIENTS ARE FUN
VITAMINS & MINERALS
FOOD SAFETY
RANDOM
5 BASIC FOOD GROUPS
100
This nutrient is needed to maintain and repair body cells
What is protein?
100
This mineral is required to build strong bones and teeth
What is calcium?
100
This is the reason why we must refridgerate food promptly and store foods correctly
What is to prevent food from spoiling and causing illness?
100
Fats that come from avocado, olive oil and nuts
What are examples of healthy fats?
100
Examples of foods in this food group include meat, poultry, fish, eggs, beans and quinoa
What are examples of protein?
200
This is made up of sugars and starches and is used by the body for energy
What are carbohydrates?
200
This mineral will cause water retention when used in excess or in people with heart disease
What is sodium?
200
Using separate cutting boards for meats and vegetables helps prevent this
What is cross contamination?
200
If a food product contains trans-fats, the body will make this substance
What is cholesterol?
200
Rice, pasta, wheat, cereals, bread and oats are part of this food group
What is the bread/starch group?
300
This nutrient helps the digestive system eliminate waste, lowers cholesterol and helps prevent colon cancer
What is fiber?
300
The transport of oxygen is dependent on having this dietary mineral
What is iron?
300
Stirring and tasting with the same spoon will introduce this into food
What is bacteria?
300
These types of vegetables are high in vitamins and minerals
What are dark green leafy vegetables?
300
Milk, cheese and yogurt are some examples of food in this group
What are dairy products?
400
This is the most important nutrient and a lack of it leads to dehydration
What is water?
400
This vitamin is produced by the body when the skin is exposed to the sun
What is vitamin D?
400
Sickness caused by eating contaminated food
What is food poisioning or food bourne illness?
400
This food should be used in low-fat (1%) or fat-free (skim) versions
What are milk, yogurt and cheese?
400
Half of you plate should consist of these two food groups
What are fruits and vegetables?
500
These 2 substances are needed in small quantities to regulate body functions 
What are vitamins and minerals?
500
This vitamin will help prevent spina bifida
What is folic acid (vitamin B9)?
500
This bacteria is found in raw or undercooked foods, especially eggs and chicken
What is salmonella?
500
This nutrient is known as "The Building Block of Life"
What is protein?
500
Half of your daily intake from this food group should come from whole grains
What is the bread/starch group?
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