Carbohydrates
Name 3 foods that contain carbohydrates
Rice, bread, pasta, bagels, pita, potatoes
Name 3 foods that contain fats
Oils, nuts, seeds, avocado, butter, cheese, meats
Name 3 foods that contain protein
Meat, fish, poultry, eggs, dairy, beans, legumes, nuts, tofu
Name the water-soluble vitamins
Vitamins C and B
What role do carbohydrates play in the body?
Provides energy
Name 3 functions of fats in the body
Energy, nerve transmission, cell structure, brain tissue, absorption of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K
What does protein do in the body?
Building block for all tissue
Name the fat-soluble vitamins
Vitamins A, D, E, and K
Which are absorbed into the blood stream faster - sugars or starches?
Sugar
What do the structure of unsaturated fats have?
Double bonds
True or False: Protein can be used for energy in the body.
True, however it is not intended to be used as energy but the body will use protein as a source of energy if there is not enough carbohydrates in our body.
What helps enhance the absorption of iron?
Vitamin C
Carbohydrate is the preferred source of energy for what organ?
The brain!
Are saturated fats liquid or solid at room temperature?
Solid at room temperature
What are food sources of complete proteins?
Fish, poultry, eggs, beef, pork, dairy, soy products (tofu, edamame).
What does vitamin D do in the body?
Helps absorb calcium
What is the difference between simple vs. complex carbohydrates?
Simple carbohydrates are quickly digested and provide quick energy.
Complex carbohydrates are digested more slowly and provide a sustained release of energy.
What is another word for "fats"?
Lipids
What does it mean when a food has "incomplete" protein?
It does not contain all 9 essential amino acids.
What is the difference between heme and non-heme iron?
Different absorption rates: Heme is more easily absorbed by the body.