Carbohydrates
The monosaccharide most commonly found in dairy
Galactose
Name 3 foods that are a source of fat
Butter, oil, salad dressing, avocado, mayonnaise, etc.
True or False? Eating adequate protein is important for the immune system.
True
What vitamin aids the absorption and utilization of calcium?
Vitamin D
List 2 different ways that the body loses water
urine, perspiration, breath, feces
The main energy source for the brain, central nervous system, and red blood cells (monosaccharide)
Glucose
The fat soluble vitamins
Vitamin A, D, E and K
True or False? Protein supplements are better than getting protein from food.
False
Plant-based sources of iron are not as easily absorbed in the body. What types of foods can help aid absorption?
Vitamin C containing foods (citrus (grapefruit, orange), bananas, broccoli, strawberries, tropical fruits, cabbage, etc)
A nutrient that may be lacking in a vegetarian lifestyle
Iron, vitamin B12, calcium, vitamin D, complete proteins
Average amount of the daily diet that carbohydrate is recommended to be (% range)
45-65% average daily intake
Average amount of the daily diet that fat is recommended (% range)
25-35% average daily intake
Average amount of the daily diet that protein is recommended to be (% range)
10-35% average daily intake
Name two foods that are good sources of potassium
Apricots, lentils, squash, prunes, raisins, potatoes, kidney beans, bananas, milk, yogurt
The that vitamin plays a key role in blood clotting
Vitamin K
Name the two types of fiber
soluble and insoluble
Fats support increased feelings of fullness and satiety for what reason
Slow stomach emptying
Define essential amino acid
Amino acid that needs to be obtained through eating, body cannot produce on its own
This mineral is commonly added to table salt and is important in the production of thyroid hormones
iodine
The main function of the B vitamins
Energy metabolism, cell development, growth
Carbohydrates are stored as _____in the muscle and liver
Glycogen
Name two functions of fat stores on the body
Temperature regulation, organ cushioning, hormone regulation
Name one plant-based complete protein?
Soy (tofu, edamame, tempeh), quinoa, hemp/chia seeds
Name the mineral that plays an important role in fluid balance, nerve function, and muscle contraction
sodium
Name 3 symptoms of dehydration