Macronutrients
What are the three macronutrients?
Carbohydrates , Protein, Fats
What are the two micronutrients. (Bonus 100 points if you remember the different types of micronutrients).
Minerals (trace minerals and microminerals) and Vitamins (water and fat soluble)
What are eating practices?
The conscious and unconscious habits surrounding food, including: what, when, why and how much you are eating.
What version of the food guide replaced the rainbow model with the plate model? Ex 1942, 1977, 2007 or 2019
2019
Do people in all stages of life need to eat the same?
No! Everyone's needs are different.
What quantity/amount are macronutrients needed in?
Large amounts
What amount/quantity is micronutrients needed in?
Small amounts
What do eating practices include?
Increased fast food and processed foods, More frequently snacking,
Busy schedules affect meal times, Higher consumptions of sugary drinks, More convenience foods
Why do people eat differently in different stages of life?
Different stages of life require different food requirements because the body's nutritional needs, metabolism, and activity levels change.
What is the purpose of having carbohydrates in your diet?
It gives the body energy. It is the bodies main energy source.
What is an example of a vitamin?
A, B, C,D, E,K, etc.
According to the food guide, what portion should your plate look like?
Bonus 50 points if you can tell me what your drink of choice should be.
Half plate fruits and vegetables, quarter plate protein and quarter plate carbohydrates.
Water
What are past eating practices?
More home-cooked meals, fewer processed foods, Regular family meals, Limited snacking, Water and Milk were more common drinks of choice
Name one of the differences in the different stages of life from ONE of the following: Children, Adolescents , Adults, Pregnant women and Athletes.
Children require nutrient dense, high protein and calorie dense food to promote growth in bone, brain and teeth.
Adolescents require high energy due to increased activity and growth spurts and need high caloric intake.
Adults require lower-calorie diet to maintain weight because their metabolism slows down.
Pregnant women require increased nutrient needs (iron, folate and calcium) for the development of the fetus.
Athletes require nutrient dense foods with protein and carbohydrates to help repair muscle and to use as fuel for sustained activity levels.
Why is having all the macronutrients in the body better for your well being?
It is important because each nutrient serves distinct roles in fueling, building, and maintaining your body. A balanced intake ensures consistent energy levels, optimal cellular function, and disease prevention, whereas restricting one can lead to fatigue, impaired recovery, and nutrient deficiencies
What is an example of a mineral?
Boron, calcium, magnesium, iron, cooper, selenium, iodine, zinc, etc.
How does eating practices now affect your future?
Dietary habits are learned in your childhood, and if you do not learn healthy eating practices it can increase the risk of chronic illness, cognitive decline and quality of life.
Why has there been a shift from past eating practices to now?
Technology, busy schedules , inflation, health awareness, food availability
Why is there Controversy nutritional habits/trends?
The controversy comes from the fact that there is a combination of nutritional sciences that has constantly evolving research.
Name two examples of each macronutrient (what foods would you find each macronutrient) .
Protein: Eggs, Chicken, Beef, Nuts, etc.
Carbohydrates: Bread, Pasta, Potatoes, Rice. etc.
Fats: Avocado, Butter, Olive Oil, etc.
Do micronutrients provide energy for the body?
No! That is the function of macronutrients
What does eat the rainbow mean? Why should you eat the rainbow?
It means consume a wide variety of fruits and vegetables to ensure that you have a diverse intake of the nutrients (vitamins and minerals). The different colours have different benefits to your body so you want a wide variety.
What is one unhealthy eating habit, and how can a person make adjustments to fix it?
TBD: Based off the habits that you have chosen so answers will vary.
Name four out of the six controversial heathy eating practices we talked about.
Organic foods, vegetarian diet, carbohydrate loading, supplements, Detox diets, mega vitamins