What does being healthy look like?
How many food groups are in the most recent food guide? What are they?
Vegetables/fruits
Protein foods
Whole grains
What is a calorie?
A calorie is a unit of measurement for energy. It indicates how much energy food provides to the body when consumed. This energy is necessary for bodily functions like breathing, digestion, and physical activity.
What are the two types of micronutrients?
Vitamins & Minerals
What are the 3 types of carbohydrates?
Sugar, starch and fiber
True or false, an avocado is considered a source of fat?
True
What portion of the plate should PROTEIN take up?
How many calories are in one gram of fat?
What are the two types of vitmains?
Lipid Soluble & water soluble
What are the two types of BAD fats.
Saturated and Trans fat
True or false, dark chocolate can help lower blood pressure and reduce inflammation.
True
Is being healthy just about eating right or is there more to it? Explain.
Many aspects of health: exercise, sleep, stress management, mental health, social connections, and a balanced diet.
Healthy habits go beyond food (hydration, physical activity, mindfulness, sleep, etc)
What is a negative energy balance?
A negative energy balance happens when you consume fewer calories than your body needs or burns.
What are the two types of minerals?
Macromineral & micromineral
How many non-essential amino acids are there?
12
Pistachios are considered a nut.
False - pistachios are part of a family called "drupe" that includes cherries, peaches and olives.
Give 5 examples of fruit/veg, protein and whole grain.
Veg/fruit: Broccoli, Apples, Carrots, Berries, cucumber
Protein: Chicken, Tofu, Beans, Nuts, Eggs
Whole Grain: Brown rice, Quinoa, Whole-wheat bread, pasta, oats
What factors determine your calorie needs?
Age: Younger individuals tend to need more calories.
Gender: Men generally require more calories than women.
Activity level: Active people burn more calories, so they need more fuel.
Body size and composition: Larger bodies and more muscle mass require more calories.
Metabolism: Some people naturally burn calories faster than others.
Health status: Pregnancy, illness, or certain medical conditions can affect calorie needs.
Can you intake too much of a mineral?
Yes - large doses can cause health problems
List 5 plant-based sources of protein.
beans, lentils, chickpeas, tofu, quinoa, nuts, seeeds
What is fluoride's function in the body?
Involved in the formation of bones and teeth; helps prevent tooth decay.
What food group was removed from the food guide in 2019?
Dairy
When looking at your hand, what is the equivalent to one cup?
Whole fist
When exposed to sunlight, the skin can make what vitamin?
Vitamin D
What keywords should we look for on the label to determine if a product contains trans fats?
partially hydrogenated
Which dietary restriction does Ms. Ashton have?
Celiac disease (gluten-free)