Vitamins and Minerals
Which vitamin is needed for strong bones and is made when exposed to sunlight?
Vitamin D
What are the six essential nutrients the body needs to function properly?
Carbohydrates, Proteins, Fats, Vitamins, Minerals, and Water
On a food label, what does the first ingredient listed mean?
It’s the ingredient used in the greatest amount by weight.
What does FITT stand for?
Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type
What does “calories in vs. calories out” mean?
Comparing energy eaten with energy burned.
Which mineral carries oxygen in red blood cells?
Iron
Which nutrient gives the body its main source of fuel?
Carbohydrates
What is one way food companies make products appear healthier than they are?
Using phrases like “natural,” “lite,” or “low-fat.”
Which component of fitness tests how well your heart and lungs work together?
Cardiovascular endurance
What is BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate)?
The number of calories your body burns at rest.
Which vitamin helps wounds heal and improves iron absorption?
Vitamin C
What nutrient helps build and repair muscles and tissues?
Protein
What does portion control help prevent?
Overeating and excess calorie intake.
Give one example of “intensity” in the FITT principle.
Running faster or lifting heavier weights.
If someone eats more calories than they burn, what will likely happen over time?
Weight gain
What happens when someone doesn’t get enough Vitamin A?
They may develop night blindness or dry skin.
True or False: All fats are bad for you. Explain.
False — healthy fats (like avocados and nuts) support brain and heart health.
Name one reason fad diets are not sustainable.
They restrict entire food groups or aren’t balanced long-term.
Which type of fitness focuses on range of motion?
Flexibility
Name one short-term benefit of physical activity.
Improved mood, energy, or focus.
Describe one food combination that improves nutrient absorption
Steak + Bell Peppers (Iron + Vitamin C) or Yogurt + Berries (Calcium + Vitamin C).
Explain how eating breakfast with complex carbs and protein helps energy and focus during school.
Provides steady energy release and prevents blood sugar crashes.
How does media or advertising influence food choices among teens?
Through emotional appeal, celebrity endorsements, or trends on social media.
Create an example FITT plan for improving upper body strength.
F: 3 days/week, I: 75% max effort, T: 45 min, T: weight training or push-ups.
Name one long-term benefit of regular exercise.
Reduced disease risk, stronger heart, improved body composition.