Macronutrients
Macronutrients should be counted daily to ensure adequate nutrition true or false?
What is FALSE. With consistent intake, we will naturally obtain all 3 macronutrients.
The main source of this micronutrient is from sunlight.
What is vitamin D
You can manipulate the speed of your metabolism by consuming superfoods such as green tea or not eating past 8pm
False
Name a produce that is best stored room temperature rather than in the fridge?
Stone fruits, tomatoes, avocado, banana. Climacteric produce.
What herb is used to make pesto?
Basil
Fruits and vegetables are a source of which macronutrient?
What are carbohydrates
What are vitamins and minerals
The enzyme responsible for the breakdown of dairy
Lactase
How many TBSP in 1/4 cup?
What is 4 TBSP
Where does cinnamon come from?
Tree bark
Which macronutrient is responsible for immediate energy?
What are carbohydrates
#1 micronutrient deficiency worldwide
What is iron
Which 2 macronutrients begin digestion process in the mouth?
Lipids and carbohydrates
Safe internal cooking temperature for chicken?
165
The most commonly used spice in the world
Black pepper and cumin
This macronutritient is the building block of our cells and is the last resort for energy if the other two macronutrients are depleted
What is protein
Name the 4 fat soluble vitamins
A D E K
This nutrient is found in carbohydrates and cannot be digested
What is fiber
Name 5 methods of cooking
boil, simmer, broil, roast, grill, bake, saute, steam, braise, poach, stew
This spice is known for being very expensive and adds bright color to Spain's national dish, paella?
What is saffron
This macronutrient is responsible for hormone production and protects your cells and organs
What are lipids
This micronutrient is needed to help absorb calcium
What is vitamin D
The part of the GI tract where a majority of nutrients are absorbed
Small intestine
Name 3 food preparation techniques in which food ingredients are finely divided into uniform pieces
What is mincing, dicing, chopping, julienne, shredding, slicing
Name 2 spices found in curry powder?
What is coriander, fenugreek, turmeric, cumin, black pepper, nutmeg, clove, ginger, red pepper (hot peppers), cardamom, cinnamon, mustard seed, cloves, fennel seed