Food Nutrients
Food Labels
AGTHE
Choosing Snack Foods
Promoting Healthy Choices
100
What is a Carbohydrate? Give the definition and an example.
Carbohydrates are a type of macronutrient found in many foods and beverages. E.g. Bread
100
The ingredient that appears first in the ingredients list means what?
It has the greatest weight within that food item.
100
Which section of the AGTHE is the largest?
Grains and Cereals
100
What is a snack
Smaller portion of food eaten between regular meals
100
Why is it important to eat a variety of foods every day?
Eating different foods gives our bodies different nutrients that help us stay healthy and strong
200
What is the main function of proteins
Maintain and repair tissue in our bodies
200
When we are comparing food products do we look at the per 100g or the per serving
per 100g
200
What is a standard serving size of a vegetable
75g OR (100-350kJ)
200
Give 3 examples of a snack food
potato chips, muesli, trail mix
200
How can we make sure we're eating enough fruits and vegetables each day?
We can make sure to have fruits and vegetables with every meal and snack, aiming for at least 5 servings a day.
300
Give an example of a healthy fatty food
Avocado
300
What does '3' represent
Total Carbohydrates
300
What is a standard serving size of fruit?
150g OR (350kJ) OR 1 piece of fruit
300
What is a single serving size of this snack product?
17 chips
OR
28g
300
What are some examples of healthy protein sources, and why do we need protein in our diet?
Healthy protein sources include lean meats, beans, nuts, and tofu. Protein helps our bodies grow, repair tissues, and stay energized.
400
What are the two types of fats
Saturated and unsaturated fats
400
What does 4 represent?
Vitamins and Minerals
400
The grain group is high in what type of macronutrient?
Carbohydrates
400
If you are selecting a dairy based product and you are lactose intolerant, what information should you be looking at?
Ingredients and Food allergy information
400
How can we tell if a food is high in added sugars, and why should we try to limit our intake of added sugars?
We can check the ingredients list for words like "sugar," "corn syrup," or "sucrose." Too much added sugar can lead to health problems like tooth decay, weight gain, and diabetes.
500
Give 3 examples of a mineral and 3 examples of a vitamin
Minerals - Iron, Calcium, & Iodine
Vitamins - B12, C, D
500
Which of the following food label has the least amount of saturated fats?
Food Label A
500
What three things appear in the AGTHE that are on the 'plate' diagram
1. Water
2. Use small amounts
3. Only sometimes and in small amounts
500
What four things should you look for when choosing a healthy snack food?
1. Low in saturated fats
2. Low in sugar
3. Low in salt
4. High in dietary fiber
500
What role do nutrients like fiber and vitamins play in our diet, and how can we ensure we're getting enough of them?
Fiber helps keep our digestive system healthy, and vitamins help our bodies function properly. Eating a variety of whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins can help ensure we're getting enough of these nutrients.