Carbohydrates
What is the primary role of carbohydrates in our diet?
To provide energy for our bodies
What is the main role of fats in our bodies?
Fats provide energy, support cell growth, and help absorb certain vitamins.
What is the primary role of proteins?
Proteins are essential for growth, repair, and maintenance of tissues in the body.
Name 1 food borne illness we covered in class
Salmonella, Botulism, or E-coli
What is the process by which green plants make their own food using sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water?
Photosynthesis
What are the two main types of carbohydrates?
Simple & Complex
Name two types of fats found in foods, one considered healthy and one considered less healthy.
Saturated vs Unsaturated
Name the 2 type of proteins & the type of food each come from.
Complete (Animals)
Incomplete (Plants)
Name 3 ways of preventing food borne illnesses.
Wash hands
Keep raw food separate from cooked foods
Cook food thoroughly
Regfridgerate & freeze food properly
Keep hot food hot
Keep cold food cold
Which planet in our solar system is known as the "Red Planet"?
Mars
How many calories is in 1 gram of carbohydrate?
4
How many calories are in 1 g of fat?
9
How many calories are in 1 g of proteins?
4
What are common symptoms of Salmonella infection?
Symptoms of Salmonella infection typically include diarrhea, abdominal cramps, fever, and vomiting.
What is the capitol of france?
Paris
What is the difference between simple carbohydrates and complex carbohydrates?
Complex carbohydrates have more nutritional properties. Aren't just simple sugars
What is the third type of fat? (Hint:It's not Saturated or Unsaturated)
Trans. Also known as the worst fat for you.
Name two food sources that are rich in protein.
Examples include chicken, eggs, fish, beans, nuts, tofu, and yogurt.
What are the main symptoms of E. coli infection?
Symptoms of E. coli infection may include severe stomach cramps, diarrhea (often bloody), vomiting, and sometimes a low-grade fever.
Who is credited with the invention of the light bulb?
Thomas Edison
What percent of your diet should be made up of carbohydrates?
45-65%
According to dietary guidelines, what percentage of our daily calorie intake should come from fats?
20-35%
According to dietary guidelines, what is the recommended daily intake of protein as a percentage of total calories?
10-35%
What is Botulism known to cause?
Paralysis. Smaller symptoms: difficulty swallowing or speaking, muscle weakness (starting with the face), & blurred vision.
Who is on the $50 bill?