Nutrition
Guidelines
Guidelines
Which food group do you need to vary?
Protein
How many minutes of physical activity is recommended to have each day?
60 minutes
Name the 5 different food groups?
Protein, Fruits, Vegetables, Dairy and Grains
What are 3 different types of physical activities?
jogging, walking, surfing, swimming, sports, boxing, taking the stairs, yard work
Half your grains should be . . what?
whole grains
Explain the difference between moderate and vigorous level of intensity?
Moderate- You should be able to sing while working out -between light and hard workouts
Vigorous- Your heart is beating faster, and breathing harder as well (hard intensity)
Name the 6 key Nutrients
Carbohydrates, Protein, Fats, Water, Vitamins, and Minerals
What is fitness?
being physically fit and healthy- your body is able to function and move properly.
Make half your plate, what?
fruits and vegetables
How many days should you include vigorous-intensity activities for each week?
3
Explain the 2 different types of carbohydrates?
Complex- healthy (pasta, bread)
Simple- unhealthy (cakes, cookies)
What are some ways you can prevent injury?
Wearing proper gear for your safety of contact and weather. Warming up and cooling down after and before workout.
You should eat LESS of these three things. What are they?
Eat less salt, added sugar and unhealthy fats
There are two strengthening activities teens should do at least 3 days a week. What are they?
Muscle and bone
Explain the 2 different types of fats.
Unsaturated fats- healthy (avocado oil, fish, and nuts)
Saturated fats- unhealthy (fried foods, commercial or processed packaged foods, junk food chips)
What are 4 physical benefits from physical activity?
become stronger
prevent illnesses
self esteem
lose weight
improve in sports
What does eating in moderation mean?
balance the food you eat and eat the recommended amounts of food
What is aerobic activities?
Activities that have you move larger muscles and work the heart and lung more
What are the recommended amounts a teen should eat each day from the 5 different food groups?
Protein: 5-7 ounces
Fruits: 1.5 cups- 2.5 cups
Vegetables: 2-4 cups
Dairy- 3 cups
Grains: 5-10 ounces
What are the 3 fitness components?
Cardiorespiratory fitness, bone strength, and muscle strength