Fats
What foods are cholesterol found in?
Animal products
What are the two types of proteins?
Complete and incomplete proteins
What are two types of sugars found in foods?
glucose, galactose, sucrose, lactose, maltose, and fructose
What are the two categories of vitamins?
Water-soluble vitamins and fat-soluble vitmains
How many minerals may be listed on the Nutrition Facts Label?
14
Saturated fat is in what state at room temperature?
Solid
What percent of our daily calories should come from protein?
10-35%
What are the two categories of carbohydrates?
Simple carbohydrates and Complex carbohydrates
What are the two main benefits of Vitamin K?
1. Blood clotting
2. Strong bones
What food/drink is a good source of calcium?
milk, tofu, broccoli, etc.
What are two functions of fat within the body?
1. Source of energy
2. Help body absorb vitamins A, D, E & K
3. Feeling of fullness after eating
If excess amounts of protein are consumed it will be stored as what?
What is the main 2 functions of fiber in the body?
Slows digestion and makes you feel fuller longer
What are the 3 main benefits of Vitamin E?
• Antioxidant
• Formation of blood vessels
• Immune function
What foods are a good source of phosphorus?
dairy, red meat, nuts, etc.
Having fat on the body does what?
Protects our organs
What are two functions of protein in the body?
1. Growth, maintenance and repair of tissues
2. Back-up source of energy
What is the main functions of carbohydrates?
1. Body’s main source of energy
2. Source of fiber (digestion)
What foods are good sources of Vitamin D?
Eggs, fish, mushrooms, pork, etc.
What foods are a good source of potassium?
Bananas, potatoes, avocados, etc.
Unsaturated fat is in what state at room temperature?
Liquid
Protein needs are influenced by what four things?
age, body size, quality of proteins, and physical state of person
What percent of our daily calories should come from carbohydrates?
45-65%
What foods are good sources of Vitamin C?
Fruit, juices, and vegetables
What are the benefits of consuming Iron?
• Energy production
• Growth and development
• Immune function
• Red blood cell formation
• Reproduction
• Wound healing