Your Nutrition
Key Nutrients
My Plate
Physical Activity
Random
100
What can we use to compare the nutrient content of different foods?
food labels
100
What nutrient helps carry nutrients and oxygen throughout the body?
Water
100
Name a food group that contains vitamins and minerals
Fruits, Vegetables, Protein, Dairy, Grains
100
How can physical activity help you physically?
increase muscle, strengthen cardiovascular system, prevent illnesses, maintain a healthy weight
100
What is a symptom of anorexia nervosa?
avoiding meals, see themselves as fat, very thin, overly exercise
200
The amount of energy in a food is what?
a calorie
200
Name the two types of carbohydrates
simple and complex
200
Give an example of something from the dairy food group
Milk, Cheese, Yogurt, Eggs
200
How can physical activity help you socially?
meeting new people, interacting with friends
200
Give an example of a healthy snack
Contains key nutrients
300
What is a resource you can use to get accurate information about nutrition and physical activity?
government website, books, teachers, workbooks, parents
300
What is one role of fat in the body?
protection of muscle, layer between skin and bone, protect against cold, provide energy for muscles
300
Give an example of a healthy grain
Whole wheat anything
300
Name one way that physical activity can benefit you mentally
reducing stress, balancing emotions, increase body image
300
Name one way to help a friend who is showing symptoms of an eating disorder
listen, express concern, be supportive, encourage them to get help
400
Name one reason why dieting rarely works
diets usually only last for a short period of time
400
What is the difference between simple and complex carbohydrates?
Simple - short lived energy, Complex - long-lasting energy
400
Name a healthy food example from the protein food group
Nuts, Meat, Fish, Eggs, Peanut Butter, Yogurt
400
What is the best strategy for losing weight?
decrease calorie intake, increase physical activity level
400
If you skip meals, are you more likely to lose weight?
NO!
500
Name one benefit of eating breakfast every day
increased energy, alertness, concentration in school, reduce obesity, reduces hunger
500
What is one mineral that our body needs?
Calcium, Sodium, Potassium, Iron, Zinc
500
Name a guideline for healthy eating
Various answers
500
Name one way to stay safe during physical activity
Various answers
500
What should be included in a healthy breakfast?
fruit, whole grain, protein source
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