Lesson 1
The study of nutrients and how the body uses them
Nutrition
What are the six groups of nutrients?
carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water
Systems that require you eat foods from all six of the food groups each day.
MyPlate, Realfood.gov, New Food Pyramid
Plan healthy meals by following the principles of ___________, __________, and balance.
Variety, Moderation
Old but true statement on how to lose weight
Consume less calories than you burn
Factors that can affect your food choices.
Things that tend to determine the foods you eat regularly.
Cultural Background
Appetite- wants
Emotions
Accessibility
A special type of carbohydrate, which is the part of fruit, vegetables, grains, and beans that your body cannot digest.
Fiber
Why should you choose different sources of protein, fruits, and vegetables
Different nutrients in a banana and strawberries... ect
We don't want to get bored with one and substitute it with junk
Moderation involves eating reasonable portions and limiting ________,___________, and __________.
Fats, sugars, salt
What's the problem with fast food most of the time
varied
How can emotions affect your food choices?
Usually connect food to happy experiences. Parties, birthdays.
So, at times when sad, they can briefly provide comfort.
The nutrient your body uses to build, repair, and maintain cells and tissues.
Proteins
units of heat that measure the energy available in food, as your body needs.
Calories
Eating well starts with eating _________, so you can give your body the fuel it needs to get moving and to focus on what you have to do.
Breakfast
the body’s physical need for food
Hunger- when the body needs, thirst is the closest example.
These promote healthy skin and normal cell growth.
Fats
What are the three major additives to foods to make them taste better, that we can get too much of?
Fats, Salt, Sugar
Give an example of some empty-calorie foods
many
Can somebody eat 3-4 times a day and still be hungry?
Explain
They are only feeding their appetite.
Consuming lots of empty-calorie items.
Substances that help your body fight infections and use other nutrients.
Vitamins
A person can end up with a foodborne illness by...
Spoiled food, improper food prep (surface or utensils), undercooked
Give examples of nutrient-dense foods
Celery, carrots, Stew, Grilled chicken, Lean Steak