Nutrition
Natural sugars in fruits are considered added sugars
false
What are carbohydrates used for?
Primary energy source
What are problems with consuming too much food.
Gain Weight
Increase in Cholesterol
Increase in heart disease
Oranges are known for this vitamin
What is vitamin C?
Which food group is rich in carbohydrates?
Fruits and dairy products
What are proteins mainly used for?
Growth and repair
Transports nutrients to and from the cell
Water
A waxy, fatlike substance
Cholesterol
Foods in the meat and alternatives group are an excellent source of this mineral
What is Iron?
Calorie
This vitamin helps keep your eyes healthy.
What is Vitamin A
Consume less calories than they burn.
What is an indigestible carb
Fiber
The natural physical drive when your body needs food is
hunger
What happens to excess carbohydrates?
It turns into fat and is stored in the body.
This food group provides you with calcium.
What is milk and milk alternatives?
What do calories measure in food?
Energy provided by the food
What type of fat should you avoid as much as possible?
Saturated/Trans Fats
What is the fruit is a good source of potassium?
What is Kiwis or bananas ?
Name 3 different types of foods that contain proteins
Meat/fish, dairy, nuts/legumes
We need this mineral for strong bones and teeth
What is calcium?
T/F: Nutrient dense food have a high ratio of nutrients to calories
True
This is known as the sunshine vitamin
Vitamin D
The psychological desire for food is
Appetite
Examples of simple carbohydrates
white grains ( white bread, buns, wraps) white rice, pasta, some fruits, candy, chocolate, pop
OR
Fruits (berries, bananas, mangoes, pineapple, watermelon, etc.), vegetables (asparagus, carrots, brussels sprouts, etc.) dairy (milk, ice cream, cheese)