5 Food Groups
What food group contains fish, eggs, chicken?
Meat and meat alternatives
This nutrient provides us with energy?
Carbohydrates
The term when your body is lacking water?
Dehydration
If a food product has 100g and it suggests 4 serves per product, how much is a serving size (in grams)?
25grams
An healthier alternative to drinking a softdrink?
water, milk, juice
This food group requires 2 serves per day?
Fruit
These nutrients help our body to function?
Vitamins and minerals
On average, how much water should you drink per day?
1.5-2 litres (dependant on gender, size, activity, environment)
When looking at energy on a food label, what does kJ stand for?
Kilojoules
What does KFC stand for?
Kentucky Fried Chicken
This food group provides a majority of your carbohydrates?
Grains (and cereals)
Unsaturated is the preferred nutrient in this example?
Fats
Signs of dehydration are (name 2)?
Nausea, headache, thirsty, dry mouth, dark coloured urine
What does RDI stand for on a food label?
Recommended Dietary Intake
Why are energy drinks an unhealthy choice? (Name 2)
High in sugar, caffeine, limited nutritional value
You need 3-4 serves of this food group per day?
Milk, cheese and alternatives (Dairy)
This nutrient helps to build, repair and maintain our body cells?
Protein
What percentage of our bodies is made up of water?
60%
What should you look for on a label to choose a healthier product? (Name 1)
Lower saturated fat and sodium
Higher fiber and protein
Whole grain ingredients
Fewer added sugars
How long would i need to run to burn off a mars bar?
38 minutes
Potato, carrot and broccoli are food examples from which food group?
Vegetables
Without this nutrient we would certainly die?
Water
Why does our body need water (1 reason)?
To stay hydrated, to regulate temperature, lubricate joints, protect organs, transport nutrients and oxygen, and help remove waste through urination and bowel movements
What does "No Added Sugar" mean on a label?
No Added Sugar" means that no sugars or sugar-containing ingredients were added during processing. However, the food may still contain naturally occurring sugars (like in fruits or milk).
Which is a better fat option? Saturated or unsaturated?
unsaturated