Protein
Does your body use protein for energy? Yes or no?
Yes.
What are the 3 most important types of carbohydrates?
Starches, sugars and fiber
Are there healthy fats?
Yes
Which Vitamin is most significant in Oranges?
Vitamin C
How many cups of water should you drink a day?
8 glasses of 8oz
What are the two categories of protein?
Animal and plant based.
What is the function of carbohydrates in nutritions?
They're the body's primary source of energy and the brain's preferred energy source.
What are the unhealthy types of fats?
Saturated and trans fats
What do vitamins benefit?
Vitamins, Growth, Vision, Immunity, Heart
what are 2 benefits of consuming water?
aid weightless and makes skin less oily
What is a "complete" protein?
If you eat a protein that has all the 9 types of amino acids you need to get from food it's called a complete protein.
What 3 things are carbohydrates made of?
What foods contains the most unhealthy fats?
Chips, dairy products, and processed foods
What vitamins are important to take daily?
Vitamin D (calcium), Vitamin C (immune support)
what is the nutritional importance of water?
helps restore fluids
What can happen if you eat too much protein?
Kidney damage can result.
When your body does not have enough of the right carbohydrates, what can happen?
It can prevent normal growth and repair.
What are the names of healthy fats?
Monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats
Vitamin D (good for calcium) is significant in which drink ?
Milk
what are the essential nutrients in drinking water?
Calcium,magnesium,sodium and potassium
Does protein have all 9 essential amino acids?
Meat, poultry, eggs, dairy, and fish contain all nine essential amino acids.
For a 2,000 calorie diet, how many carbohydrates should we be getting a day?
A)600g
B)300g
C)400g
D)534g
300g
What are the benefits to consuming healthy fats?
Reduce risk of heart disease and stroke, improve cholesterol, and improve your immune system
How many vitamins are there?
13 essential vitamins
Which of the following is not a function of water?
A)water participates in chemical reaction in cells.
B)water is a major source of energy for our body
C)water cushions joints, tissues and organs to protect them from shock.
D)water helps filter out pollutants and toxins and get rid of waste.
B)water is a major source of energy for our body