5 Food Groups
Name the 5 food groups
Grains
Vegetables
Fruits
Dairy
Protein
Name the 3 classes of macronutrients.
Carbohydrates
Lipids/Fats
Name the 2 primary macronutrients
Vitamins and minerals
How much water should we be drinking each day
2.7 liters
What was the original purpose of the Keto Diet.
To treat epilepsy
Name the 2 subgroups in the Grains food group.
Whole Grains
Refined Grains
What macronutrient is the main energy source for our body.
Carbohydrates
Which vitamin promotes bone health (strength and formation of bones)
Vitamin D
What is dehydration
When you use or lose more fluid than you take in, and your body doesn't have enough water and other fluids to carry out its normal functions
What main food group does the Gluten Free diet eliminate.
Grains
Name foods in the Protein food group.
Chicken
Red meat
Fish/Seafood
Tofu
Eggs
What macronutrient builds and repairs our body tissues (muscles).
Protein
What vitamin supports our immune system
Vitamin C
What does water do for us (name 3 things)
1. Regulates body temperature (thermoregulation)
2. Helps deliver oxygen throughout the body
3. Flushes body waste (urine)
4. Breaks down food for digestion
5. Lubricates joints
6. Major component of most body parts
What is a main health benefit to going on a Paleo diet
Improved heart/cardiovascular health
Name the 5 subgroups in the Vegetables food group.
Dark Green Vegetables
Starchy Vegetables
Red/Orange Vegetables
Beans/Peas
Other Vegetables
Why do we need lipids/fats in our diet.
Can be stored as an energy source and for insulation/protection of our internal organs.
What mineral is important for red blood cell health
Iron
Which electrolyte helps in our muscle function and regulates our heartbeat
Potassium
What 2 main nutrients are lacking in a dairy free diet.
Calcium and vitamin D
Fiber
What are the 2 classifications of lipids/fats.
Saturated and unsaturated
What mineral is important to prevent osteoporosis
Calcium
What electrolyte breaks down protein for digestion
Chloride
What are some reasons someone would go on a vegetarian diet.
Health, religion, ethics, environment