Fats
What fat is usually found in processed foods? Saturated, unsaturated or trans fat.
Trans fat
List 3 non-meat protein sources
eggs, beans, dairy
What does it mean to "Eat a Rainbow"?
Eating a colorful variety of vegetables that provide different nutrients everyday
What's another word for salt?
Sodium
How much of your grains should be whole grains?
Half
True or false: Fat is one of the 3 main nutrients in food that supplies your body with energy.
True
What's a way to make your protein choices lean?
Trimming the visible fat
What is considered a vegetable but also a grain?
Corn
What's an alternative for salt seasoning?
Herbs or spices
What word should you look for on the ingredient list when reading the food label?
whole wheat, 100% whole grain oats
What fat is solid at room temperature?
Saturated fats
What does protein do for our body?
Helps repair body tissues and build strong muscles
How many cups of vegetables should women (19-50 yrs old) have daily?
2 1/2 cups
How much salt should we have per day?
2300 mg per day
What are the 3 components of a whole grain?
bran, endosperm, and germ
Which of these oils is a monounsaturated fat... vegetable oil, olive oil, or soybean oil
Olive oil
Which of these are not a notable nutrient in your protein choices? Vitamin E, Iron, or Potassium
Potassium
When choosing can vegetables what options should you look for?
No salt added or low sodium
Diets high in sodium are linked to what health issues? (list 3).
water retention, high blood pressure, stroke, heart disease
What is the daily recommended about of grains and whole grains for women (19-50 yrs old)?
6 oz grains
3 oz whole grains
Which fat helps improve your heart health by reducing plaque buildup in your arteries and decreasing unhealthy fats in your blood?
Omega 3 Fatty Acids
List 3 high fat meats.
bologna, hotdogs, bacon
How many subgroups are vegetables divided into?
5
You should limit foods with more than ______ mg of sodium per serving.
200mg
What's the difference between unrefined and refined grains?
The bran and germ are stripped away and only the endosperm is left.