the process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth
nutrition
True or false. The more calories you burn the more you gain weight.
What are Daily Values?
helps you understand how much on each nutrient a food provides in relation to the daily recommended amount
What is exercise?
any activity that helps improve physical fitness
25
a unit of energy equivalent to the heat energy needed to raise the temperature of 1 gram of water by 1 °C
calories
Where can you find all the facts about the food you eat?
on the back of most packaged foods or a chart found in the produce section
. How many calories should a teen girl be eating?
active: 2000-2400
less active: 1800-2000
What is the purpose of cardio?
meant for strengthening the heart
How long has Ms. Meli worked at the Villa
2 years
food consisting largely of proteins and making up one of the main nutritional food groups
protein
How many calories total are in the bag?
170
How many calories should a teen boy be eating?
active: 2400-3200
less active: 2200-2400
What is the purpose of strength training
meant to allow the muscles to stretch and expand
What is Ms. Amalia's favorite food?
Korean food
Processed foods are any food that has been altered from its natural state.
Processed foods
What percent fat does the bag of chips have?
14%
What are the 4 key nutrients to focus on and how much of each?
protein: 10-30% of total calories, Fiber: aim for 25-30 grams per day, fats: 25-35% of total calories, sugars: no more than 10% of calories
What 3 things does physical activity improve?
mental health
energy levels
physical performance
How many dogs does Ms. Amalia have and what are their names?
2
Kiki and Hako
the chemical processes that occur within a living organism in order to maintain life
. metabolism
What are the 5 food groups and what percent should they take up on your plate?
fruits- 10%, vegetables- 40%, Grains- 30%, Protein- 20%, Dairy- no more than one glass
What are the 5 rules to building a balanced diet?
1/2 plate should be fruits and veggies, 1/4 plate protein, 1/4 plate grains, healthy fats, portion sizes
Why is it important to exercise?
improves overall health, mental health benefits, enhances physical fitness, improves sleep quality
How many animals does Ms. Meli have and what are their names?
7
Daisy, Chimichanga, Quesadilla, Gojira, Ms. Crawley, Homer, and Mushu