Nutrients 101
Carbs, Carbs, & More Carbs
The Fatty Details
Pro-Teen
Minerals & Vitamins
100
Define "Nutrition"
The science of foods and the nutrients and other substances they contain, and their actions within the body.
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What are simple carbohydrates?
Monosaccharides and Disaccharides
100
Name a function of fat.
Helps with normal growth and development Is a source of energy Adds taste and texture to foods Forms cell membranes and secretions in the body Helps absorb fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K Cushions internal organs
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What plant provides all the essential amino acids?
Soybeans
100
Where can you find iron?
Meat, eggs, green leafy vegetables, whole grains, legumes
200
What are the 6 categories of nutrients?
Carbohydrates, Protein, Fats, Water, Vitamins, Minerals
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What are complex carbohydrates?
Polysaccharides
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How much energy should we be receiving from fat? (percentage)
No more than 30%
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What is the different between a complete and incomplete protein?
Complete has all the essential amino acids, incomplete does not
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What is a function of calcium?
Strong bones and teeth Muscle contraction Blood clotting nerve Transmission Glycogen Breakdown
300
What are Carbohydrates?
Sugars
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What is glucose known as?
"Blood sugar"
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Name a food where you can find Omega-3 or Omega-6 fatty acids.
fish, eggs, flaxseed, vegetable oils, walnuts, sesame seeds
300
What is Protein-Energy Malnutrition? (PEM)
A Form of malnutrition where there is inadequate protein intake.
300
Which Vitamin would give sailors scurvy if they didn't get enough?
Vitamin C
400
How many amino acids are considered "essential"?
9
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What is fiber? What is an example of where you can find it?
The Structural parts of plants, little to no energy available. Found in all plant derived food.
400
How are trans fats made?
Hydrogenation
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What is the easiest way to get amino acids into your diet?
Eat a balanced diet rather than taking supplements
400
Name a function of vitamins.
Nutrient metabolism Energy production and release Tissue maintenance Normal digestion Infection resistance
500
What are the calories burned from fat per gram?
9 kcal/g
500
What happens when a person is diabetic?
Blood glucose rises and is not regulated because insulin is inadequate.
500
How can a fat be healthy? Give an example of a healthy fat.
If it is monounsaturated or polyunsaturated it can be considered a "good fat" because they help decrease the risk of heart disease. Examples: olive oil, canola oil, peanuts, nuts
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What is a primary function of proteins?
Repair and Maintenance Energy Hormones Enzymes Transportation and storage of Molecules Anti-bodies
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Name one of the general functions of minerals.
Helping enzymes complete chemical reactions Become a part of the body Aiding normal nerve functioning and muscle contraction Promoting growth Regulating acid-base balance in the body Maintaining body fluid balance
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