Macronutrients
Vitamins
and Minerals
Food
Labels
Healthy Choices
Cultural foods
100

The body’s main source of energy.

Carbohydrates

100

Vitamin that helps eyesight

vitamin A

100

Calories refer to one

Serving size

100

Drinking water helps prevent

Dehydration

100

Tacos come from this country.

Mexico

200

Nutrient that builds muscle.

Protein

200

Mineral that helps carry oxygen.

Iron

200

Too much sodium can affect this organ

Heart

200

Eating fruits gives you

Vitamins

200

Sushi comes from this country.

Japan

300

 Nutrient that helps absorb vitamins

Fat

300

Vitamin that helps bones.

Vitamin D

300

Added sugar is listed in

Grams

300

Too much sugar increases risk of

Diabetes

300

Pasta is common in this country.

Italy

400

Nutrient that provides quick energy

Simple carbs

400

Mineral that strengthens bones.

Calcium

400

The ingredients are listed in this order.

Most to least

400

Eating breakfast helps improve

Focus

400

Curry is common in this country.

India

500

Nutrient that provides long-lasting energy.

Complex carbs

500

Vitamin that helps the immune system.

Vitamin C

500

 “All natural” is an example of

Marketing

500

Balanced meals help maintain

Energy levels

500

Plantains are common in this region

Caribbean