Nutrition Basics
Diseases
Calorie Balance and Metabolism
Reading Nutrition Labels
Application
100

What is the body's main source of energy?

Carbohydrates

*Simple Carbs provide quick bursts of energy (fruits, refined or processed foods)

*Complex Carbs provide sustained energy (whole grains, vegetables, and some fruits)

100

What is Type 2 Diabetes? What can cause it?

A condition where the body is insulin resistant, this is due to a diet high in sugars and refined carbohydrates

100

What is metabolism?

The process by which the body converts food into energy

100

What is the first you should look for on a nutrition label? This is the first thing you see as well. 

Serving Size

100

You just finished a soccer practice. What type of nutrient should you consume to help your muscles recover?

Protein

200

Name three types of fats, rate them healthiest to least healthiest

Unsaturated, Saturated, Trans

200

What is GERD? What can trigger it?

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease; triggers include fatty and spicy foods

200

What is the BMI of someone who is 5'8" and 150 pounds? Round to the nearest tenth

22.8

200

What percentage daily value of a nutrient is considered low? What is percentage is consider high?

>5%- low

<20%- high

200

You notice you’re often feeling tired in the afternoon. Based on what you’ve learned about nutrition, what type of food could you eat to give you more sustained energy throughout the day?

Complex carbohydrates, such as whole grains or vegetables.

300

What nutrient helps build muscles and tissues in the body?

Protein

300

What role does nutrition play in preventing heart disease?

A healthy diet helps reduce plaque  and controls blood pressure

300

What is BMR rate of someone who is male, 16 years old, 5'11, and weighs 170 pounds? Round to the nearest tenth

1822.6

300

What nutrients should you look that have a low percent Daily Values? (less than 5% of these nutrients might be considered a healthy food)

Added Sugar, Saturated Fats, and Trans Fats

300

If a person is trying to lose weight, what changes should they make to their calorie balance?

They should consume fewer calories than they expend through physical activity and basic bodily functions.

400

What is the role of water?

Aid all body functions

400

What are the prevention strategies for osteoporosis?

Eating calcium-rich foods, weight-bearing exercises, and limiting alcohol

400

What is BMR rate of someone who is female, 15 years old, 5'4, and weighs 120 pounds? Round to the nearest tenth

1323.4

400

If a container has 5 servings and 330 calories per serving, how many calories are in the whole container?

1650

400

Your friend has been eating a lot of processed foods and feels sluggish. What advice would you give them to improve their diet?

Encourage them to eat more whole, nutrient-dense foods like fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins, and to reduce processed foods.

500

Name one difference between fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins? 

Fat-soluble vitamins are stored in the body, while water-soluble vitamins are not stored and are excreted 

*You need fats to absorb fat-soluble vitamins 

*Having fat-soluble vitamins in an excess can be toxic

500

Name three symptoms of poor nutrition?

Lack of energy, poor growth, and weakened immune system

500

Does the following 17-year-old female who is 5'8" and 170 pounds need a diet that has her intaking, maintaining, or expending calories to achieve a healthy weight?


Maintain

500

If a serving size has 25 grams of carbohydrates, how many carbohydrates would you be consuming if you had 4 servings?

100

500

You are planning your meals for the week. What are three factors you should consider when reading food labels to ensure you are making healthy choices?

Check for serving size, calorie count, and nutrient content (such as saturated fat, added sugars, and fiber).

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