Which Nutrient?
Functions of Nutrients
Definitions
Misc.
Nutrition Facts Label
100
Type of carbohydrate found in fruits, vegetables, and milk; provides quick energy
Simple Carbohydrates
100
Name the 2 types of carbohydrates
Simple and Complex
100
The desire, rather than a need, which is learned and shaped by our emotions and our environment
Appetite
100
How many amino acids are there?
20
100
Ture or False: The first thing you look for on the label is how many grams of fat there are.
False- serving size
200
Provides 4 calories per gram, and is the body's chief fuel for energy
Carbohydrates
200
The starches and sugars found in foods are examples of which nutrient?
Carbohydrates
200
Natural drive that protects you from starvation
Hunger
200
How many amino acids are essential?
9
200
If there are 50 calories per serving, how many calories would you've eaten in 3 servings?
150
300
Inorganic substances that the body cannot manufacture but are vital to many body processes. Ex. calcium, potassium
Minerals
300
This is the regulator of the body and is vital to every body function
Water
300
The process by which the body takes in and uses food
Nutrition
300
What type of carbohydrate is chemically more complex and provides long lasting energy?
Complex Carbohydrate
300
The last date you should use a product is called ______.
Expiration date
400
Compounds that help regulate many vital body processes and are transported by either water or fat.
Vitamins
400
Nutrients that help build and maintain body tissues
Proteins
400
Substances in food that your body needs to function properly and supplies energy.
Nutrients
400
How many cups of water does your body use in 1 day?
10
400
Substances added to food to intentionally to produce a desired effect is called ________. (Fortification or Food additives)
Food Additives
500
Name the only vitamin the body can naturally make
Vitamin D
500
A fat-like substance produced in the liver of all animals, and only found in products of animal origin
Cholesterol
500
What does RDA stand for?
Recommended Dietary Allowances
500
Name 3 Dietary Guidelines
Eat a variety of foods, Balance foods with exercise, Choose plenty of grains/vegetables/fruits, Choose an eating style low in fat/saturated fat/cholesterol, Choose an eating style moderte in sugars, & choose an eating style moderate in salt & sodium
500
Which would be the healthiest decision from food product label claims in terms of calories: Healthy, Light,Less or Free
Free
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