All food
Define a nutrient.
A substance in food the body needs to work properly
Why is water important.
Water hydrates the body and carries oxygen to cells; cells need oxygen to survive and stay healthy.
What are the five food groups
Grains
Vegetables
Proteins
Fruit
Dairy
List out 2 minerals.
Calcium
Iron
Potassium
What does protein do?
Build muscle
What are carbohydrates?
Starches and sugar found in food.
What is sodium?
Salt.
What is insulin?
Insulin is a naturally occurring hormone made by your pancreas that helps your body use sugar for energy.
Why should you choose whole grains over refined (white) grains?
Whole grains contain more fiber and nutrients.
Name 3 vegetables that are NOT green.
Colored bell peppers, squash, cauliflower, tomatoes, sweet potatoes, and more.
What are 3 possibilities for consuming too much food?
1. Gain Weight
2. Increase in Cholesterol
3. Increase in blood sugar
What does Vitamin A do.
Helps with healthy hair and skin
Which food group is rich in carbohydrates?
Grains
What are 6 essesntial nutrients
Carbohydrates
Water
Protein
Fat
Vitamins
Minerals
Name 6 foods with a lot of protein.
Chicken, Tuna, Salmon, Beans, Beef, Steak.
What are the two grains?
Whole Grains and Refined Grains
Describes nutrition facts, tells you how many servings are in the package, tells you how many servings you can have, tells you what is in the food. What am I
Nutrition label
True or false: physical activity helps keep your brain and heart healthy.
TRUE!
What can happen if you have high cholesterol.
Increased risk for heart disease
Name 3 examples of healthy fats.
Olive Oil
Avocado
Nuts and Seeds
Examples of protein rich foods
Animal protein, eggs, greek yogurt, cottage cheese, beans.
What happens if we do not have enough dietary fiber?
Constipation
What happens to excess carbohydrates?
It turns into fat and is stored in the body.
What does Vitamin C do?
Repair and maintain cartilage, bones, and teeth.
Used to make skin, tendons, ligaments, and blood vessels.
Wound healing.
What does calcium do?
Makes strong bones and teeth