Nutrition Vocab
What nutrient helps build and repair your body?
Protein
What part of a food label tells you the amount of food the nutrition information is based on?
Serving size
Name ONE fruit or vegetable you could add to a meal.
Accept any reasonable answer—apple, banana, carrots, broccoli, salad, etc.
What is one drink that can help keep your body hydrated?
Water
You have $10 to spend, but your groceries cost $12. What could you do?
Remove an item or choose a less expensive option.
What nutrient is a major source of energy for your body?
Carbohydrates
What do calories measure?
Energy from food.
Chicken is mainly a source of what nutrient we've learned about?
Protein
True or False: You have to eat perfectly at every meal to be healthy.
False
You're thirsty after being outside on a hot day. What would be a good drink for hydration?
Water
What does hydration mean?
Having enough water or fluids in your body.
What word on a Nutrition Facts label refers to a mineral found in salt and many foods?
Sodium
Bread, rice and pasta are examples of foods that provide what nutrient we've learned about?
Carbohydrates
Name ONE healthy eating habit.
Examples: drink water, eat a variety of foods, include fruits/vegetables, eat balanced meals, etc.
You're choosing between two drinks and want the one with less added sugar. What should you compare?
The added sugar on the Nutrition Facts labels, while checking the serving sizes.
What does nutrition mean?
How food affects your body and health.
What does “added sugar” mean?
Sugar that has been added to a food or drink.
A meal has a cheeseburger, large fries and pop. Name ONE change that could make the meal more balanced.
Examples: add fruit/vegetable, choose water, get smaller fries, etc.
Why does your body need food?
For energy and nutrients to help the body function.
You are making chicken and rice for dinner. What could you add to make the meal more balanced?
A fruit or vegetable, such as broccoli, carrots, green beans, an apple, etc
What is a nutrient?
Something in food that your body needs.
Before comparing two food labels, what should you check to make sure you're making a fair comparison?
The serving sizes.
Name THREE different things you could include when building a balanced meal.
Accept combinations such as protein + carbohydrate/grain + fruit/vegetable.
True or False: Eating pizza or fast food one time automatically makes someone unhealthy.
False. Overall habits and balance matter.
You're grocery shopping with a limited amount of money. Name TWO things you should think about when deciding what to buy.
Accept reasonable answers such as price/budget, foods needed for meals, nutrition, what they will actually eat, serving amount, etc.