Nutrients
What are nutrients?
Nutrients are substances which provide nourishment to the growth and development to our bodies.
What is a balanced diet?
A balanced diet is a diet consisting of food from all food groups in an equal amount.
What is a sign that you are having an allergic reaction to a food?
Stomach pain, throat swelling, and trouble breathing, itching
Name a food that has healthy fats
Avocado
Salmon
Is Pizza consisting of chicken, onions and cheese with a bottle of water considered balanced?
No
What is a negative effect of sugar?
It can put you at higher risk for heart disease and type 2 diabetes
Which nutrient boosts the immune system?
Vitamins
What nutrients are in beef?
Fats
Minerals
Vitamins
Proteins
What are risks of having large amounts of sodium?
High blood pressure and even strokes
The nutrient that builds and repairs the body is called _______.
Protein
Which nutrient provides the most energy?
Fats
What is the difference between whole food and processed food?
Processed food is manufactured in a building
Whole food grows in nature
List all six nutrients learned about in class
Carbohydrates
Fats
Minerals
Proteins
Vitamins
Water
Yogurt contains which nutrients?
All Six Nutrients
Which of the following is a common food allergy?
A. Bananas
B. Peanuts
C. Chicken
C. Rice
B. Peanuts