Nutrition 1
What are the five main food groups
Protein, dairy, fruits, vegetables, grains
How many food groups are there?
5
What vegetable is good for your eyesight?
carrots
What is a good source of vitamin C?
Oranges
Which food group is a good source of natural sugars?
Fruit
What does the "Serving Size" on a nutrition label tell you?
The recommended amount of food for one serving
What food group includes foods like chicken, beans, and eggs?
Protein
builds muscle
Name 2 sources of fats
Avocado, fish, nuts, olive oil, peanut butter
Which nutrient is essential for building and repairing tissues?
Protein
If a nutrition label shows 100 calories per serving and you eat two servings, how many calories have you consumed?
200 calories
What is the recommended portion of your plate for fruits and vegetables combined?
Half of your plate
True or false: if I eat more carbohydrates, it will help build my skin, muscle, and bone
false
Which vitamin helps your immune system? (Fight sickness)
How much of my body weight is made up of water?
What unit is used to measure energy on a nutrition label?
calorie
How much vegetables should you eat a day?
2-3 cups
What food group should you have most of?
Grains
Is it more important for middle schoolers to get protein or carbohydrates for energy?
Carbs
Which type of mineral helps build bones and teeth and can be found in dairy products and leafy greens?
Calcium
What do carbohydrates provide our body with?
Energy
What does the food pyramid represent?
Recommended food you should eat daily
True or false: fiber is only found in vegetables.
false
What is fiber most commonly known to do for your body?
helps with digestion
What is the eating order for food groups?
Vegetables, proteins and fats, starches and fats