Nutrition
What are the five main food groups?
Protein, Vegetables, Fruits, Grains, and Dairy.
What is the worst type of fat for you?
trans fats
What is another word for sodium?
salt
What is our number one source of energy for the body?
carbs
What was our food guideline before MyPlate?
MyPyramid
What do we use as a guidelines for what should be on our plate?
MyPlate
What is an example of a simple carb?
What happens if our bodies don't get enough water?
we become dehydrated
What type of diet involves consuming no animals?
vegetarian or vegan
What is sometimes used in foods to make them have a longer shelf life?
Preservatives or additives.
What unit do we use to measure the energy we get from food?
Calories
What is an example of a complex carb?
pasta, bread etc...
What percentage of our bodies are made up of water?
65%
What nutrient helps transport other nutrients throughout the body?
water
If I am trying to gain muscle mass how much protein is recommended for me to consume daily?
# of grams equal to your body weight
What are proteins made up of?
Amino acids
What mineral helps build strong bones and teeth?
calcium
Rank the three different types of fat from healthiest to unhealthiest.
unsaturated, saturated, trans
What is the process of your body breaking down food to release energy?
metabolism
What mineral is needed to help with anemia?
Iron
What are the three nutrients that give our bodies energy?
Carbs, fats and proteins
What are the six essential nutrients?
Fats, Carbs, Proteins, Vitamins, Minerals, Water
What are the two different categories of carbohydrates?
Simple carbs and complex carbs
What ingredient is leading to obesity in most people?
sugar
If I am trying to lose weight, what formula should I follow?
energy expended> Energy consumed= weight loss