Nutrition
This term refers to the study of food and how the body uses it.
What is nutrition?
Carbohydrates give your body this.
What is energy (calories)? (glucose)
When people are busy, they may choose these types of meals.
What are packaged or ready-made meals?
This section of the nutrition label tells you how much of the food people typically eat in one sitting.
What is the serving size?
This food, often eaten on toast or in sushi, is high in healthy fats.
Avocado
Canada’s Food Guide recommends this as your drink of choice.
What is water?
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This macronutrient is responsible for growing and repairing tissues.
What is protein?
One simple healthy snack you can prepare for busy mornings.
What is an apple/yogurt/trail mix/whole-grain crackers?
If the % Daily Value is 5% or less, it means this.
What is “a little”?
This popular breakfast item, made from oats, is mainly a carbohydrate, but also contains fibre and some protein.
What is oatmeal?
These two factors can influence a person’s individual nutritional needs.
What are age and activity level?
Name one sign that someone may be dehydrated.
What is dark urine, thirst, dry mouth, dizziness, or lightheadedness?
Planning your meals on this day can help you stay organized for the week.
What is Sunday?
Nutrition labels have been mandatory on Canadian pre-packaged foods since this year.
What is 2007?
This type of fish is known for being high in fat (especially omega-3) and protein.
What is salmon?
Name one benefit of eating healthy foods that improves mental or emotional well-being.
What is improving mood/memory/self-esteem?
his macronutrient helps your body store energy, and examples include nuts, oils, and milk.
What is fat?
This is one reason people might skip meals when they have a full schedule.
What is to save time?
This part of a nutrition label lists ingredients from most to least by weight.
What is the ingredient list?
These small crunchy snacks are mainly fat, but also contain protein.
What are nuts?
According to Canada’s Food Guide, these two food groups should make up the largest portions of your plate.
What are vegetables & fruits and whole grains?
Name three foods from each of the macronutrient categories
Answers will vary.
Name and describe a strategy that helps people eat healthy on busy days.
Meal prepping
The “Contains” section is important for people with these concerns.
What are allergies (or intolerances)?
A common plant-based protein source, this food is high in protein, contains some fat, and is often used as a meat alternative.
What is tofu?