nutrients
main energy unit
Carbohydrates
Helps vision
Vit. A
Largest Portion of the Plate
Fruits and Veggies
Safe Fridge Temp
40-41F
First thing to Check
Serving Size
Builds and repairs muscle
Protein
Helps build strong bones
Iron
Protein section examples
Meats, eggs, cheeses, beans, lentils (ETC)
Bacteria grow fastest in this danger zone range
40-140F
Nutrient to limit for heart health
Sodium
Provides long-term energy and insulation
Fat
Helps immune System response
Vit D
Foods on your plate should be
Low- fat, varied, fat-free
Best way to Thaw frozen meat safely
refrigerator thawing
This shows how much a nutrient contributes daily
the percentages
helps regulate body processes
minerals
Prevents anemia
Iron, B12 and Folate
Dairy group provides this key nutritent
Calcium
Minimal internal temp for cooked chicken
165F
The first 3 ingredients
Tell the main ingredients in a food product
essential for hydration and temp control
Water
Needed for blood clotting
Vit K
Healthy oils are incuded in which categories
Veggies, proteins
How long leftovers last in the fridge (general rule)
3-4 days
% of daily values is based on this amount
2000