Nutrients
________ come in simple and complex forms such as starches and fiber.
Carbohydrates
You need to make half of your plate...
Fruits and Vegetables
What does % Daily Value mean on the label?
How much of that nutrient is in that serving that contributes to your overall daily diet.
Skipping breakfast leads to what problems?
Lower test scores, tiredness/fatigue , overeating later, behavioral problems.
True or False? The dietary guidelines, includes recommendations for physical activity.
True
Give three examples of foods that are considered "healthy fats".
Avocado, olives, nuts/seeds, fish
What is NOT a protein? Eggs, Eggplant, Black Beans, or Peanut butter?
Eggplant
What does serving per container mean?
How many total servings is in the package/container.
Why is eating breakfast the most important meal of the day?
Stabilizes blood sugar, gives you energy to start your day, helps with weight management and brain function.
What are 3 negative effects of TOO much caffeine on teens?
Anxiety, increased heart rate, insomnia, headaches, nervousness, dehydration.
Eating whole grains is an important part of our diet because of what nutrient?
Fiber
How many cups of dairy is recommended to consume daily?
3 cups
What percent (%) Daily Value of Fat is considered to be high? (3%, 5%, 12%, 20%)
20%
List 3 different excuses people have for skipping breakfast:
Not hungry, No time, Don't like it, Picky eater, On a diet, My friends/family do it too.
What is the safe daily recommended amount of caffeine for teens? (100mg, 300mg, 500mg)
100mg (1 cup of coffee or 2-3 cans of soda)
The mineral the builds strong bones and teeth.
Calcium
What are 4 examples of different colored vegetables.
Yellow/Orange - carrots, pumpkin, squash, bell pepper
Green - lettuce, cucumber, peppers, broccoli
red/purple - tomato, eggplant, peppers
If a beverage has 20g. of sugar per serving and 3 servings in the bottle, how many grams of sugar are in the entire bottle?
60 grams
Summarize the 3 rules of building a healthy breakfast:
Include lean protein, whole grains, and colorful fruits and vegetables.
Explain why making dinner at home is mentally and physically healthier than getting fast food.
Control your nutrition (fat/calories), & portion sizes, Learning/practicing skills, Allows you to bond with family, Helps to reduce chronic diseases.
List 4 specific essential nutrients found in red meats:
Protein, Iron, Zinc, Saturated Fat, Vitamin B12, Sodium
Name all 5 food groups of the MyPlate and 1 food example for each.
Fruits: Apple, Orange, Banana
Vegetables: Broccoli, Pepper, Lettuce
Protein: Chicken, Beef, Pork, Eggs, Fish
Grains: Bread, Pasta, Rice
Dairy: Milk, Cheese, Yogurt
What is special about the first item in the ingredient list?
Using the Breakfast Rule of 3, build a healthy breakfast meal:
Includes - Protein, Whole Grains, Fruits/Vegetables
What are some chronic diseases directly connected to food intake?
Heart Disease, High Blood Pressure (Hypertension), Diabetes, Obesity, Anemia, Osteoporosis, Stroke.