Nutrients
Our body's main source of energy
What is Glucose or Carbohydrates?
This essential vitamin helps absorb calcium and regulate phosphate in the body
What is Vitamin D?
13
What is Number of Essential Vitamins?
The process by which the body changes food and drink into energy
What is Metabolism?
Pasta, grits, oatmeal, tortillas, and bread are known as
What is Grain Foods?
Every cell in the human body contains this nutrient, it is also a building block for our bodies
What is Protein?
This mineral is used for flavoring and preservation of foods, there are links to heart disease and hypertension
What is Sodium?
9
What is Number of Calories in 1 Gram of Fat?
A naturally occurring nutrient that is found in fruit
What is Fructose?
Fruits, nuts, seeds, whole grains, beans, eggs, dairy, vegetables, and seafood along with no poultry or meats
This nutrient serves as long term energy storage and helps metabolize some vitamins
What is Fat?
This mineral helps nerves function and muscles contract, it also helps your heartbeat stay regular
What is Potassium?
4
What is Number of Calories in 1 Gram of Protein?
A measurement of food energy
What is Calorie?
These foods are known for having high levels of Vitamin C
What is Citrus Foods?
An undigestible nutrient that aids in digestion
What is Fiber?
This mineral helps build strong bones and teeth
What is Calcium?
4
What is Number of Calories in 1 Gram of Carbohydrates?
A helpful "bacteria" is found in your gut and can aid with digestion
What is Probiotics?
Tofu, milk, edamame, frying oil, salad dressings, and miso
What is Uses for Soybeans?
High levels of nutrients and low number calories
What is Nutritionally Dense?
This micronutrient is vital for neurological function, DNA production, and red blood cell development; it is naturally in animal sources such as meats, seafood, eggs, and dairy
What is Vitamin B12?
20
What is Number of Amino Acids?
Foods that contain calories but have no nutrients
What is Empty Calories?
Mushrooms, artichokes, avocado, asparagus, brussels sprouts, bean, and lentils
What is Vegetables in High Protein?