Grains
Breads, Cereals, Pasta, Corn, Rice, Crackers, Oatmeal, Quinoa
What are grains?
Red meat, poultry, eggs, and seafood.
What is animal protein?
Should make up half your plate.
What are fruits and veggies?
Rich in calcium. Ex: Milk, yogurt, and cheese.
What is dairy?
Contains the entire kernel, including the endosperm, bran, and germ and are rich in fiber and nutrients!
What are whole grains?
Legumes (beans and peas), nuts, seeds, and soy products.
What are plant proteins?
Good source of fiber, potassium and vitamin c!
What are fruits?
A nutrient that provides strong bones and teeth.
What is calcium?
You should find "Whole grains" listed here as the first grain ingredient.
What is an ingredients list?
One palm size of chicken breast, beef, fish or pork, or 3 ounces.
What is one serving size of meat?
Dark green, red & orange, beans & peas, starchy, and other (mushrooms, red onion, asparagus).
What are vegetables?
1 cup size.
What is one serving of milk?
One handful of noodles, rice, or oatmeal. or 1/2 cup.
What is one serving size?
Have less than 10g of fat and 4.5g or less of saturated fat. Ex: 95% lean ground beef
What is lean meat?
Two fists size, or 2 cups.
What is one serving size of salad?
You eat me in a sandwich, I can be white or yellow.
What is cheese?
A protein found in wheat, barley, and rye.
What is gluten?
When getting protein from plant sources, we need to pair it with its compliment. Ex. Grains and legumes
What are complimentary proteins?
Reduce cholesterol, boost immune system, and keep eyes and skin healthy.
What are the health benefits of veggies?
This vitamin found in Dairy products helps with Calcium to build strong bones. It can also be found in sunlight.
What is Vitamin D?