Winter Vegetables
Winter Fruit
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100
Name this dark leafy green vegetable.
What is Kale.
Bonus: What vitamins are provided by Kale?
Just one cup (67 grams) of kale contains the daily recommended intake for vitamins A, C and K. It is also rich in B vitamins, calcium, copper, manganese, potassium and magnesium (4).
100
This fruit is recommended as one of the best fruits to eat in the winter.
What is a Grapefruit.
Bonus: What much needed Vitamin does the Grapefruit provide?
This seasonal fruit ripens in January and is jam-packed with Vitamin C! Vitamin C helps bulk up your immune system, fortify your bones, and heal your injuries faster and grapefruit is packed full of Vitamin C, as well as Vitamin A. This winter fruit can be topped with sugar to make it taste a little less acidic. Cottage cheese is also a great topping!
100
This favourite fruit has been known to turn a frown upside down.
What is a banana.
Bananas may help turn a frown upside down.
They’re high in vitamin B6, which helps synthesize feel-good neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin.
Beware though this fruit has a higher sugar content than many non tropical fruits. So eat them in moderation.
100
This fruit may give you more energy than your coffee.
Name this fruit.
What is an apple.
Eating apples are a perfect (healthy) way to keep you energized all day. Apples are high in carbohydrates, fibre, Vitamin C and minerals.
100
Name two alternative proteins.
What are seeds and nuts.
Bonus: What are the benefits of eating seeds and nuts?
Nuts and seeds are high in plant-based proteins, healthy fats, and fiber.
Additionally, they provide tryptophan, an amino acid responsible for producing mood-boosting serotonin. Almonds, cashews, peanuts, and walnuts, as well as pumpkin, sesame, and sunflower seeds, are excellent sources.
200
Name this vegetable that grows well in colder weather.
What are brussel sprouts.
What vitamin does brussel sprouts provide?
They are an excellent source of vitamin K. One cup (156 grams) of cooked Brussels sprouts contains 137% of your daily recommended intake (8).
Vitamin K is critical for bone and heart health and is important for brain function (9, 10Trusted Source).
Brussels sprouts are also a great source of vitamins A, B and C and the minerals manganese and potassium.
200
Name this fruit which provides fiber.
What is a pear.
Bonus: What does the pear provide us with?
The pear provides us with fiber.
Fiber is known to assist in digestion, lower cholesterol levels, and help in weight loss! If you’re trying to figure out a way to lose the holiday pounds, add this winter fruit to your diet for a low-calorie, weight loss aid snack!
200
This type of fish provides you with protein and Omega 3 fatty acids.
What is salmon.
Bonus: What are the benefits of eating salmon?
Fatty fish like salmon are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which may lower your risk of depression.
200
The Avocado is a fruit.
a) True
b) False
a) True.
Avocados are classified as a berry with a large seed. Avocados must be picked when matured in order to ripen, which can take between 1-2 weeks. In Spain and Mexico, avocados are called “alligator pears” due to their shape and bumpy, green skin, while in India and China, they are referred to as “butter pears”. This healthy food is good for you too! They're a great source of vitamin C, E, K, and B-6.
200
Name 2 more plant based proteins that you could eat instead of meat.
What are beans and lentils.
In addition to being high in fiber and plant-based protein, beans and lentils are full of feel-good nutrients.
They’re an excellent source of B vitamins, which help improve mood by increasing levels of neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine, norepinephrine, and gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA), all of which are important for regulating mood
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This popular root vegetable can be harvested in the summer months but reaches peak sweetness in fall and winter.
What is a carrot?
Bonus: What vitamins do carrots provide?
This crisp vegetable also happens to be highly nutritious. Carrots are an excellent source of beta-carotene, which can be converted to vitamin A in the body. One large carrot (72 grams) contains 241% of the daily recommended intake of vitamin A (16).
Vitamin A is essential for eye health and is also important for immune function and proper growth and development.
300
This fruit may be made into a cider, juice or a sauce as well being eaten just as it is.
What is a apple.
What vitamins does the apple provide?
Apples contain small amounts of many vitamins and minerals and are well known for their vitamin C and potassium contents. One medium-sized apple provides more than 3% of the Daily Value (DV) for both ( 2 ). This fruit also boasts vitamin K, vitamin B6, manganese, and copper
300
This fermented food is often used in smoothies.
What is yogurt.
Bonus: What are the benefits of eating yogurt?
Yogurt has been found to reduce the risk of heart disease and osteoporosis, as well as aid in weight management. Yogurt also contributes to gut health and contributes to a good mood.
300
The Pistachio is a nut.
a) True
b) False
b) False.
Another unbelievable-but-true random fact! They are actually the seeds of a fruit (the outer fruit is removed during processing). Like other ‘nuts’, pistachios are a rich source of protein, fibre, vitamins and minerals, which can help people with weight management, protect against diabetes and hypertension and improve digestion. The omega-3 fatty acids present in pistachios can help lower your blood pressure and may also reduce your risk of heart disease.
300
When was chocolate first seen in bar form?
Chocolate was first seen in bar form around 1910. Dark chocolate is made from the roasted beans of the cacao tree and has many health benefits. From improving bad cholesterol to lowering blood pressure, helping to reduce stress and improving vision, it’s definitely worth eating a square or two a day. A study by Harvard also found that drinking two cups of hot chocolate a day prevented memory decline. Drink up!
400
Name this vegetable.
What is a radish.
Bonus: What vitamin does a radish provide?
Radishes are rich in vitamins B and C, as well as potassium (41).
Their peppery taste is attributed to a special group of sulfur-containing compounds called isothiocyanates, which have been linked to many health benefits.
These powerful plant compounds act as antioxidants in the body, helping keep inflammation in check.
Radishes have been extensively researched for their potential cancer-fighting properties.
400
The juice of this popular orange fruit often has Vitamin D added to it.
What is the orange.
Bonus: What other Vitamin does the orange provide?
Oranges are a good source of several vitamins and minerals, especially vitamin C, thiamine, folate, and potassium. Vitamin C. Oranges are an excellent source of vitamin C. One large orange provides over 100% of the RDI
400
Many people eat this hot cereal for breakfast.
What are oats (porridge).
Bonus: What are the health benefits of eating oats?
Oats provide fiber that can stabilize your blood sugar levels and boost your mood. They’re also high in iron, which may improve mood symptoms in those with iron deficiency anemia.
400
Which contains more protein, broccoli or steak?
Broccoli
Former President George W Bush may have once famously proclaimed: “I’m president of the United States and I’m not going to eat any more broccoli,” but don’t listen to him! Besides the usual nutrition one gets from eating their greens, broccoli has a great deal of protein. Calorie for calorie, there is more protein in broccoli than steak. And it doesn’t come with all those saturated and trans fats or cholesterol, so you can get all the protein you need with a significantly lower risk of cardiovascular disease with this healthy vegetable.
400
What is the World's most popular drink?
What is coffee.
Coffee is the world’s most popular drink, and it may make the world a bit happier, too.
The caffeine in coffee prevents a naturally occurring compound called adenosine from attaching to brain receptors that promote tiredness, therefore increasing alertness and attention (41Trusted Source).
Moreover, it increases the release of mood-boosting neurotransmitters, such as dopamine and norepinephrine (42Trusted Source).
500
This dark green leaf vegetable was Popeye's favourite food.
What is spinach.
Bonus: Which much needed Vitamin in the Winter does this Vegetable supply?
Vitamin D.
500
This red berry is made into a sauce and is often served with turkey during the holiday season.
What is the cranberry.
Bonus:
What vitamin does the cranberry provide?
Cranberries are a rich source of several vitamins and minerals, especially vitamin C. Vitamin C. Also known as ascorbic acid, vitamin C is one of the predominant antioxidants in cranberries. It is essential for the maintenance of your skin, muscles, and bone.
500
This food is often given as a gift during holidays such as Valentine's Day.
What is Dark Chocolate.
Bonus: What are the benefits of eating Dark Chocolate?
Chocolate is rich in many mood-boosting compounds.
500
Where did the Caesar Salad originate?
Mexico.
Bet you didn’t know this. We sure didn’t! The Caesar salad started in a Mexican city called Tijuana. Restaurateur Chef Caesar Cardini was hosting a 4th of July celebration. He ran out of food, and simply threw the ingredients he had lying around the kitchen into a unique salad. Obviously, it was a huge success.
Another weird and fun fact we bet you didn’t know, but the Caesar dressing is actually supposed to be a vinaigrette. It is made by combining minced garlic and anchovies into a bowl, which is than mixed with raw egg. Olive oil is progressively added to the mixture and the remaining ingredients (lime juice, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard) are added in. The resulting hue of the dressing should be yellow, not the fake white version you commonly find in supermarkets.
500
These fruits are rich in disease-fighting anthocyanins, which may lower your risk of depression.
What are berries.
