Nutrition
What does bad nutrition cause?
Weak immune system
use of vitamin C
Improves immune system
what is the purpose of carbohydrates?
To give us energy
Where are proteins found?
In animal products and some plants
How much of your plate should be vegetables?
1/2
What are macronutrients
sugars, fats, protein
What vegetable is rich in Vitamin A?
Carrots- protects your eyesight
what is another name for carbohydrates
sugars!
Where are fats found
Oils and butter
How much of your plate should be proteins
1/4th
what is diabetes?
when your body can't control your sugar levels
What helps bones become stronger
Vitamin D and calcium
Which is more filling- complex or simple carbs?
Complex carbs are usually more filling while simple carbs are sweeter
Name some foods with a lot of protein
Meat, nuts, beans, and lentils
How many calories should you have in a day?
2000/day
What are calories
they measure how much energy the food gives us
what does iron do?
Help carry oxygen to our muscles
What happens to excess carbohydrates?
It turns into fat and is stored in the body.
Name 3 examples of healthy fats
Healthy fats are also called unsaturated fats. And they are found in- oil, fish, and nuts
Do most of us eat too much fats or proteins?
Most of us eat too much fat AND proteins.