Nutrients
The nutrient group used to build and repair cells.
Protein
What are the 5 components of MyPlate?
Grain, Protein, Fruit, Vegetables, Dairy
List 2 ways to lose weight.
Exercise, diet
The way you see your body.
Body Image
What does advocacy mean?
To support.
Your body's main source of energy. The starches and sugars found in food.
Carbohydrates (Carbs)
Meat, fish, eggs, beans and peas, nuts
What does BMI stand for?
Body Mass Index
Name 3 eating disorders.
Anorexia, Bulimia, Bing Eating
What are the 3 reliable website URL endings for health information?
.org, .gov, .edu
Carries waste out of your body.
Fiber
Name 4 things that can influence your food choices.
Media, Family and Friends, Cultural background, Convenience
Name 2 health problems that occur when someone is underweight.
Not enough nutrients to grow. Difficulty fighting illness. Anemia. Not enough stored fat to stay warm and provide energy reserve.
What is the difference between binge eating and bulimia?
Bulimia is when a person repeatedly eats large amounts of food, whereas binge eating is when someone eats too much food at one time.
What does SMART stand for?
Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Timely
Name 2 minerals that are common in our diet.
Calcium, Iron, Potassium
Who created MyPlate?
The USDA
What 4 factors determine your appropriate weight?
Age, Height, Gender, Build
Health care providers who work together to treat eating disorders include _______, _______, & _________
doctors, counselors, and nutritionists
The ability to locate, evaluate, apply, and communicate information as it relates to your health.
Health Literacy
What are the 3 things that nutrients do?
Help build new tissue, repair damaged cells, produce energy
What are the 3 things you need to plan a healthy meal?
Variety, Moderation, and Balance
Name 3 behaviors to avoid unhealthy diets.
Eat a variety of healthy foods, reduce portion sizes, avoid excess high-calorie foods and snacks, drink plenty of water, make time for regular meals, increase physical activity, take time when eating, talk to doctor.
Name 3 ways to develop a positive body image.
Spend time with people who like and appreciate you for yourself.
Maintain a healthy body by eating an appropriate amount of food and getting enough exercise.
Focus on things you like about yourself.
Show that you value yourself by taking good care of your body and mind.
Give me 3 questions to ask when evaluating health information. I am looking for specifics on this one.
Is the source of information reliable?
Is the source making money or promoting something by publishing?
Is the information current?
Is the information relevant to me?
Can I find other reliable sources with the same information?
Does the article give the names of the researchers and the journal that published the original research?