Mindfulness
Foods that start with "B"
Nutrition
Wellness
Overeating
100

If you are full, is it good to continue eating and ignore your body's signal?

No, it is important to listen to your body and stop eating once full.

100

This fruit is high in potassium and fiber. 

Banana

100

What food group is our body's best source of energy? 

A. Meats, Fats, Oils

B. Bread and cereals

C. Milk and cheese

Bread and Cereal

100

Which is likely to lower your blood pressure?

A. Low fat yogurt, B. Cantaloupe, C. Whole grain bread, D. Spinach

Whole Grain Bread

Because they are high in fiber and complex carbohydrates, whole grains do not break down as rapidly as refined grains in the digestive tract, and so they do not raise the blood sugar as dramatically

100

What happens when we overeat?

Stomach expands beyond size, makes organs work harder, Sets you up for unhealthy patterns

200

Should you eat when your emotions tell you to eat? (For example: if you are feeling bored or sad)

No, always listen to your body! (Low energy, stomach growling)

200

A source of carbohydrates. 

Bread

200

Which of these is added to food labels because people don't often eat enough of it?

A. Fat

B. Calcium

C. Sodium 

Calcium

200

Vitamin D helps reduce the risk of?

Colon cancer, bone loss, gum disease 

200

Can overeating impact your sleep? 

Yes, it can cause sleep and hunger hormones to rise and fall throughout the day

300

Is it a good idea to multitask when eating?

No! This will cause you to mindlessly eat, and you may not pay attention to when your body is full.

300

This vegetable helps reduce inflammation, improve blood sugar control, boost immunity, and promote heart health. 

Broccoli 

300

Citrus fruits are an excellent source of which vitamin? 

Vitamin C

300

What are good ways to increase Vitamin D?

Examples: Spend time in sunlight, consume seafood, mushrooms
300

How do we feel when we overeat?

Headache, nausea, fatigue, bloating

400

What are some healthy alternatives for mindless eating? (For ex: snacking just because you are bored)

Examples: going for a walk, calling a friend, read a book, watch a movie 

400

This food is considered a legume.

Beans

400

Foods from the meat, poultry, fish, dry beans, eggs, and nuts group are an important source of?

Iron

400

Which is least likely to lower your risk of osteoporosis?

A. low-fat yogurt, b. collared greens, c. olive oil, d. sunshine

C. Olive oil 

400

What are the most common reasons for overeating?

Stress, environmental conditioning, boredom, eating too quickly 

500

If you are craving comfort food, what is the best way to eat it to make sure you are being mindful?

Portion control

500

This root vegetable helps reduce blood pressure, and are high in fibers. 

Beets

500

How many servings of protein should we eat each day?

5-7 ounces

500

Which is least likely to cause food poisoning?

A. Raw sprouts, B. Chicken, C. Salad, D. Mayonnaise 

Mayonnaise

500

Overeating can put you at risk for?

Obesity or cardiovascular disease