Benefits of Eating Healthy
Before going to bed, you find that you are really hungry. What is a healthy snack to eat before bed?
Which two carbohydrates become a PROTIEN when they are eaten together?
BROWN RICE and BEANS!
Give three examples of foods that are high in bad (simple) carbs?
white bread, white rice, canned fruit, chips, candy bars, cereal.
What is better for you: cooking with canned or frozen vegetables?
Frozen, way less sodium!
Name one benefit of healthy eating
-More Energy
-Lose Weight
-Lower risk of certain diseases
-Better Mood
What is a healthy alternative to chips?
Fruits, popcorn, baked chips.
What are some healthy foods high in protein?
chicken, fish, eggs, turkey
Healthy eating can give you a lower chance of:
heart disease, diabetes, cancer, obesity.
What are some foods that are high in good fats?
almonds, avocados, peanut or almond butter, dark chocolate, fatty fish.
Which nutrient group gives us the most energy?
Carbs- healthy carbs! Should be about 60% of your diet.
Name a food that is high in sugar
Cake, ice cream, cookies
How much of our plate should be filled with vegetables?
1/2 of the plate!
Combined with a healthy diet, what else can help you maintain a healthy weight?
True or false: just one soda a day can increase your weight by 16 pounds in a year.
True!
What are some examples of a healthy (complex) carb?
broccoli, carrots, rye or wheat bread, brown rice, asparagus, green beans, apples, bananas.
What oils are healthier to cook with?
olive oil, coconut oil, avocado oil.
How does healthy eating effect your immune system?
Healthy eating gives your body fuel to fight off infections and contagious diseases
Name 3 healthier alternatives to cereal in the morning
yogurt, fruit, wheat toast, eggs, cream of wheat, a smoothie, oatmeal.
What is the leading cause of Type 2 Diabetes?
Obesity
Name three vegetables that are GREEN
-Green Beans
-Spinach, Kale, Lettuce
-Asparagus
-Broccoli
-Brussels Sprouts
How much water should you drink per day?
8-10 bottles of water (16oz each)