Food Facts
Name the five food groups.
Dairy, Protein, Grains, Fruit, or Vegetables
This nutrient keeps the body warm and protected. Starts with the letter F
Fat
True or False:
It is bad for your health to eat foods that contain any fat.
False, there are good and bad fats!
What are two important functions drinking water does for the body? Name 2 things!
hydration, lubricates joints and tissues, temperature regulation, help eliminate waste from the body
These are considered "good" fats and are found in foods like avocados and nuts.
Unsaturated Fats
This plant-based protein source is commonly used as a meat substitute in vegetarian diets.
Tofu
Proteins help your body's immune system.
True or False
True!
What does serving size mean?
A serving size is a standard amount or portion of food or drink.
This mineral is essential for maintaining fluid balance in the body and is commonly found in table salt is?
SODIUM
This type of fat is solid at room temperature and is often found in butter and red meat.
Saturated Fats
About how many calories should a moderately active 10th grader consume per day?
About 2,000 calories.
What is the definition of Nutrition?
Which nutrient helps build and maintain cells and tissues. They are made of amino acids.
Protein
Describe a reason why someone may need to consume more calories than the recommended amount per day.
Athlete, highly active, very quick metabolism
The Dietary Guidelines recommend that this percentage of total daily calories come from fats.
20-35%
Which nutrient provides energy to the body. They are found in fruits, vegetables, grains, and milk products.
Carbohydrates
What are the six nutrients?
P, C, F, W, V, M
Protein, Carbs, Fat, Water, Vitamins, Minerals
This type of sugar is naturally found in fruits and is known as fruit sugar?
Fructose
Water plays a crucial role in this process, which helps to remove toxins and waste products from the body. Starts with an Ex, it was in the video simulation of digestion you watched.
Excretion
High levels of this substance in the blood can lead to plaque buildup in arteries, increasing the risk of heart attacks and strokes. Starts with the letter C
Cholesterol
What is a nutrition label?
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
How many calories you eat depends on what four things?
H, W, A, Exer
Height, Weight, Age, Exercise
What is the definition of Nutrients?
Chemical substances in food that help maintain the body and supply you with energy.
This body process is enhanced by adequate water consumption and is vital for breaking down food is called?
Digestion
These vitamins are absorbed along with dietary fat in the intestine.
Fat-soluble vitamins