This nutrient is the body's main source of energy.
Carbohydrates
This carb source gives a quick burst of short term energy.
Simple/Refined
List 2 non-animal sources of protein.
Nuts, quinoa, lentils, etc.
The main function of fats is to...
Store energy
Vitamin needed for vision.
Vitamin A
This nutrient works to repair and build muscles.
Protein
This carb source provides longer term energy.
Complex carbs
20 but only 9 are considered essential (meaning your body doesn't create them on it's own)
True or False - Fats are the most caloric dense nutrient.
True - 9 calories/gram
This vitamin is a fat-soluble vitamin and can be provided by the sun.
Vitamin D
This nutrient is essential for vitamin absorption and provides the most concentrated source of energy.
Fat
True or False: Carbs are digested easier and quicker than protein and fat.
True
What foods provide a significant source of protein?
Meat, fish, beans, eggs, cheese.
List 2 sources of healthy fats...
Nuts, avocado, olive oil, olives, peanut butter, fatty fish, seeds.
This vitamin is important to help blood clot.
Vitamin K
These nutrients are dissolved by either fat or water.
Vitamins
This carb source cannot be digested by humans.
Corn
_____% of your daily calorie intake should come from protein (HINT: it's a % range).
10-35%
List the 4 fat-soluble vitamins.
A, D, E, & K
Vitamin that helps boost the immune system.
Vitamin C
Trace elements found in food that are used by the body.
Minerals
How much fiber is recommended daily?
Women - 25 grams/day
Men - 36 grams/day
What are complete proteins?
Foods that provide all the amino acids the body needs - typically animal products like meat, fish, cheese, eggs, etc.
Unsaturated fats are healthy fats. Are they usually liquid or solid at room temperature?
Liquid - like olive oil
Mineral that carries blood through out the body.
Iron