General Nutrition
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BRAIN FOOD
100
What is this label called?
Nutritional Value Label
This a super important tool! It breaks down the types of nutrients we get from food.
We can use this to understand how much our body needs nutrients.
100
Where does most sugar come from?
Bonus: List 2 other types of sugar
SUGAR CANE PLANT!
100
Where does salt come from?
Bonus: Name 2 DIFFERENT types of salt and where they come from
The Sea!
100
Can eating the right types of food improve our
1. Memory
2. Feelings of happiness
3. Energy levels
4. Concentration
YES! If you eat the right BRAIN FOODS you will improve your memory, energy levels, ability to focus and it will make you happier!
200
Which is better for your body?
A. Pringles
B. Watermelon
C. Jolly Ranchers
Watermelon!
Canada's Food Guide suggests that 25% of our daily food intake should be fruits!
Bonus: What makes watermelon healthy?
200
What do we call an increase in energy after you eat lots of sugar?
Bonus: Why does this happen?
A SUGAR RUSH!
200
Which salty food is healthier?
A. Chips
B. French Fries
C. Salty Mixed Nuts
D. Plain salt
Salty Mixed Nuts!
Whenever you are eating something salty, it's better to combine it with something non-processed like nuts or vegetables!
200
Do you think natural food (fruits, vegetables, fish) is better for your brain than processed food (chips, soda pop, Mr. noddles, chicken nuggets)?
Natural food is better for you!
The LESS PROCESSED your food is, the better it is for your brain and body!
300
What is this? Hint: It's a guide...
Canada's Food Guide!
300
Does sugar have a good or bad effect on our brain?
Both! (But bad in large amounts)
Sugar has an effect on the REWARD CENTRE in our brain. Eating sugar makes us feel HAPPY and ENERGETIC because of this.
300
What happens when we eat too much salt (choose 2)
A. We feel sleepy
B. We want more salt
C. We are thirsty
D. We turn blue!
When we consume too much salt we get SUPER THIRSTY and crave more salt!
Always drink water after you eat salty food!
300
Which 2 foods are the best for your brain?
1. Fish
2. Nuts
3. Mcdonalds
4. Candy
Fish and nuts are the best for your brain!
Bonus: Why are they better? And what makes Mcdonald and Candy bad for you?
400
How many calories should humans eat per day?
A. 1800
B. 4000
C. 1800-2200
Bonus: What are Calories? What do they measure?
D. 0
Depending on your age, weight, and fitness level you need to consume between 1800 and 2200 calories a day!
400
Which 355ml canned drink has more sugar in it?
A. Diet Coke
B. Orange Juice
C. Sprite
D. Apple Juice
A. 0 g sugar
B. 22 g of sugar
C. 38 g of sugar
D. 42 g of sugar
Even though apples are a natural fruit, since they are processed, most of the nutrients are taken out leaving pure sugar.
400
Which is saltier?
1. Mr. Noodles
2. Lays potato chips
3. Pretzels
4. Banana
Mr. Noodles!
Instant ramen is one of the SALTIEST foods available in most stores. They taste super yummy but they have more than 60% of your daily salt in 1 meal!
400
Is chocolate* good for your brain?
YES! *But it has to be dark chocolate over 85% (yuck)
Dark Chocolate can boost your mood and your attention levels!
Tip: If you have a quiz or test, eat dark chocolate with breakfast!
500
What is the name of a diet where you only eat vegetables and fruits?
Bonus:
1. What if they eat fish?
2. What if they drink milk?
YES! Humans can follow many different diets and live long healthy lives! It's all about balance and understanding what your body needs.
Fun Fact!
Cutting out meat/dairy from your diet helps counter climate change!
500
What is the name of a disease caused by eating too much sugar?
Hint: This machine is used in one of them.
-Obesity
-Diabetes
-Heart disease
500
Does eating too much salt affect our memory and ability to think?
Yes!
A study on mice found that when you consume between 8 and 16 times more salt than the recommended daily amount, your memory and ability to think are negatively affected!
500
Are all brain foods also good for your body?
Yes! Since brain foods are all-natural and positively influence your mood, ability to think and more, these make your body happy!