Nutrients & Their Functions
This nutrient is the body's main source of energy
What are Carbohydrates?
This government tool shows ideal daily food group proportions.
What is MyPlate?
This number on a food label shows how much a person typically eats at one time.
What is the Serving Size?
How many calories does a standard McDonald's Big Mac have? *Must be within 50 calories!
580 calories
This unit of measurement tells you the amount of energy your food provides.
What are Calories?
this nutrient is needed to build and repair muscles.
What is protein?
The recommended daily fruit and vegetable servings for teens.
What are at least 5 servings a day?
Ingredients on a food label are listed in this order?
What is by weight (greatest to least)?
How many calories are in Chick-Fil-a's Large Mac & Cheese? *Must be within 50 calories.
840 Calories
These five food groups make up the recommended meal planner as outlined by the FDA.
What are Dairy, Protein, Grains, Veggies, and Fruits?
What are vitamins?
This type of grain retains the bran, germ, and endosperm, making it the healthier option.
What is whole grain?
If a product says, "Low Sodium" what ingredient is limited?
What is Salt?
How many calories are in a Medium Handmade Pan Cheese Pizza from Dominos? *Must be within 50 calories.
2320 Calories
This number of calories makes up one gram of fat.
What is nine calories?
These inorganic substances found in soil and water make their way into the foods we eat and help our bodies function.
What are minerals?
These three items on a nutrition label help measure healthy choices: Calories, Nutrients, and __________.
What are Serving Sizes?
This term on a food label indicates the product was made without synthetic pesticides, genetic engineering, or artificial fertilizers, and must meet strict USDA certification standards.
What is Organic?
How many calories are in a Nacho Bell Grande from Taco Bell? *Must be within 50 calories.
730 Calories
These are the essential nutrients your body needs in large amounts.
What are Macronutrients?
These types of fats are the healthiest for heart and brain function.
What are unsaturated fats?
These are the three nutrients people should limit to reduce chronic disease risk? (Name 2 out of 3)
What are Added Sugar, Sodium, and Saturated Fats?
A food labeled, "Reduced Fat" must have this percent less fat than the original product.
What is 25% less?
How many calories are in a Vanilla Milkshake from 5 Guys? *Must be within 50 calories.
670 Calories
This macronutrient provides the most energy to the brain.
What are carbohydrates?