Proteins
What are examples of foods that contain protein?
Eggs, meats, fish, poultry, seeds, cheese, and nuts
What foods contain carbs?
Bread, baked goods, pasta, rice, and sugar
What is fat?
A Macro nutrient that stores energy
What is the good type of Cholesterol?
HDL
What is protein made of?
Amino Acids
How many calories are in one gram of Carbs?
4 calories per gram
What are the different types of fat?
1. Unsaturated
2. Saturated
3. Trans
Fish and Leafy green vegetables are examples of what type of fat?
What is protein?
A macronutrient that builds and repairs muscle tissues, helps the immune system, maintains fluid balance, and helps control bodily functions
What is the definition of Carbohydrates?
Carbohydrates are essential for your health, some sources are more fueling than others
What are the two types of unsaturated fat?
1. Monounsaturated
2. Polyunsaturated
Carbohydrates
What is the difference between essential and non-essential proteins?
Essential: Must be consumed through food, bodies do not produce them
Non-Essential: Bodies make these, cannot be gained from food
What are 5 examples of Complex Carbohydrates?
1. Kidney Beans
2. Carrots
3. Oats
4. Brown Rice
5. Chickpeas
All fat is made up of chemical molecules called ______?
Triglycerides
What makes protein different from Carbohydrates and fats?
The presence of Nitrogen
What is the difference between complete and incomplete proteins?
Complete: Has all 9 essentials
Incomplete: Does not have all 9, missing one or more
Draw the Carbohydrate Chart
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Draw the fat chart
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What is a good level of glucose to have? With units
80mg/dL-130mg/dL