Food Groups
A group of foods that contain a healthy amount of protein
What is a protein?
A nutrient essential to cellular function and all life
What is water?
This type of nutrient is a simple sugar that is easily digested and provides quick energy
This type of nutrient is liquid at room temperature and healthier than other nutrients of its type
What is an unsaturated fat?
This vitamin supports healthy vision
What is vitamin A?
A group of foods that come from milk
What is dairy?
A type of starch or whole grain that takes longer to digest
This type of nutrient is solid at room temperature and should be eaten in more limited quantities
What are saturated fats?
This vitamin helps with strong bones and teeth as well as mood
Vitamin D
Plant-based foods that often don't contain seeds--pretty much any plant-based food that isn't a fruit
What are vegetables?
This nutrient, made of amino acids, grows the body, repairs tissue, and provides longer-term energy
What are proteins?
A nutrient that helps with digestion and healthy bowels
What is fiber?
This type of nutrient is the least healthy of its type and should be avoided as much as possible
What are trans fats?
The two types of minerals
What are macro and trace minerals?
Plant-based foods that have seeds--often described as "sweet" but not always
What are fruits?
A nutrient that helps transport other nutrients, keeps organs cushioned, and helps with skin and hair health
What is fat?
A type of nutrient that provides one or more amino acid, but not all 9
What is an incomplete protein?
Avocados, olive oil, and fish provide this kind of fat
What is unsaturated fat?
These minerals, such as calcium, sodium, and potassium, provide an electrical charge when dissolved in body fluids
What are electrolytes?
A group of foods made from cultivated cereals
What are grains?
What are vitamins and minerals?
A nutrient that provides all 9 amino acids
What is a complete protein?
Fried foods, commercial baked goods, and processed foods often contain this type of fat
What are trans fats?
What two substances can vitamins be soluble in?
What are fats and water?