Energy Balance
What does a calorie measure?
Energy
Calories are taken into the body from eating and drinking, an then the body burns calories for energy.
This beverage provides no calories
and is the best way to stay hydrated.
Water
Which snack food contains healthy fat?
A. Chips
B. Almonds
C. Cookies
D. Candy Bars
Almonds are high in fat, but they contain unsaturated fats instead of saturated fat like the other snack items.
Unsaturated fat protects the heart against heart disease.
What are the 3 macronutrients?
Carbohydrates, protein, fat
What two MyPlate food groups could beans belong in?
Vegetable & Protein.
Beans provide vitamins, minerals, fiber and protein, making them an excellent protein source for vegetarians and vegans.
Which type of fat is a healthy fat?
A. Trans fat
B. Saturated Fat
C. Unsaturated Fat
D. Pork Fat
Unsaturated fats are healthy fats. They are usually liquid at room temperature.
Examples:
-Nuts
-Fish
-Olive and Vegetable Oils -Avocado
Saturated fats and trans fats are solid at room temperature and can increase risk for heart disease and raise cholesterol.
What kind of juice counts as a fruit on
MyPlate?
100% fruit juice
When reading a food label on a snack
food, what % Daily Value of fat is considered to be high?
20% Daily Value or higher
Which macronutrient contributes the most energy per gram?
Fat
Decreasing your saturated fat intake can lower your risk for ______.
Cardiovascular disease
Whole Grains are important because they supply our body with ______, which helps with heart health and digestion.
Dietary Fiber
Which type of milk has the most protein, vitamins and minerals?
A. Skim(Fat-Free)
B. Whole
C. They have the same amount.
C. They have the same amount
They have the same amount. Lower fat milks contain the same amount of vitamins, minerals, and protein as whole milk.
Whole milk simply contains more saturated fat and calories.
Snack foods and commercially prepared foods often contain a lot of this mineral and are best eaten sparingly.
Sodium. Salt helps prevent spoiling and brings out the flavors in foods.
We should limit our sodium intake to less than 2,300 milligrams/day.
Salmon, walnuts, avocado, and olive oil are all high in what nutrient?
Omega-3 fatty acids
What is the recommended amount of
physical activity per day for high school students? (give answer in minutes)
60 minutes
Carbohydrates are a great source of
energy. Name the two types of carbohydrates.
Simple (candy, baked goods, chocolate, soda) and complex carbs (whole grains, beans, fruits and vegetables).
When would be a good time to drink a
sports drink?
When you are doing vigorous-intensity physical activity for more than 60 minutes.
The carbohydrates in sports drinks refuel athletes who have been exercising for extended periods of
time.
For shorter workouts, or just during the day, CHOOSE WATER!
If a snack food is fat-free or low-fat,
what might have been added to it to increase flavor?
Sugar is used in place of the fat, adding more calories to food.
How many servings of fruits and vegetables should adults consume per day?
A. 1-3
B. 4-7
C. 5-9
D. 6-10
C. 5-9
A diet high in this mineral is one
factor associated with high blood pressure.
Sodium.
A diet high in sodium is one factor that increases
the risk for developing hypertension.
Name the three nutrients that supply us with calories.
Carbohydrates, protein, and fat
What is the difference between the sugar found in sodas and the sugar found in 100% fruit juice or milk?
Soda contains added sugar, while 100% fruit juice and milk contain natural sugar, in the form of fructose and lactose.
Which of the following is NOT a healthy snacking tip?
A. Eat smaller portions
B. Do not eat in front of the TV
C. Choose low fat foods
D. Eat fast so you do not feel too full
The American Heart Association recommends consuming < 2300 mg of sodium per day to decrease the risk of cardiovascular disease.
2300 mg = _____ teaspoon(s)
1
Which nutrient builds strong bones and which nutrient builds strong muscles?
Calcium builds strong bones.
Protein builds strong muscles.