Nutrition Basics
What is nutrition?
The study of how food and nutrients affect your body.
Name the 7 essential nutrients.
Carbs, protein, fats, vitamins, minerals, water, fibre.
What should half your plate be?
Fruits and vegetables.
What is the body’s main energy source?
Carbohydrates.
What is an eating disorder?
A mental illness involving unhealthy thoughts/behaviors around food.
What is a diet?
The foods and drinks a person regularly consumes.
Difference between macro and micronutrients?
Macros = needed in large amounts.
Micros = needed in small amounts.
What are the other two sections of the plate?
Whole grains and protein foods.
Which is healthier: saturated or unsaturated fats?
Unsaturated fats.
What is anorexia?
Restricting food intake → extreme weight loss.
Name 3 factors that affect your diet.
Examples: culture, money, allergies, religion, family habits, health goals.
Which nutrient makes up ~60% of the body?
Water
What drink does the Food Guide recommend?
Water
What is the main danger of trans fats?
They raise bad cholesterol and increase the risk of heart disease.
What is bulimia?
Binge eating followed by purging.
What is a restrictive diet?
A diet that limits or removes certain foods or food groups.
Which nutrient helps prevent colon cancer?
Fibre.
Name two changes in the new Food Guide vs old.
No food groups, no serving sizes, plate model, and a focus on plant protein.
What happens if you eat too little fat?
Low energy, hormone problems, and brain fog.
What is binge eating disorder?
Eating large amounts without purging and feeling out of control.
Name the two types of restrictive diets.
Medical (e.g., gluten-free) and voluntary (e.g., keto).
What mineral carries oxygen in the blood?
Iron
Dietary differences between teen boys and girls?
Girls need more iron; boys need more calories and protein.
What is the function of proteins?
repair cells, growth, immunity
What is ARFID?
Avoiding food because of fear, texture, or low interest (not weight-related).