vitamins and minerals
potluck
foods that start with B
exercise and diet
food guide
100

we need this mineral for strong bones and teeth

what is calcium?

100

This dark green vegetable looks like a tree. Sometimes we eat it with cheese sauce.

what is broccoli

100

This fruit is high in potassium, vitamin C, and fibre. It is one of the most popular fruits in Canada.

what is a banana

100

To lose weight in a healthy way, a person should do these two things.

what is a well balanced diet and exercise

100

Eggs belong to this food group.

what is meat and alternatives

200

This food group provides you with calcium.

what is milk and alternatives

200

Foods in the meat and alternatives group are an excellent source of this mineral.

what is iron

200

This source of carbohydrates is best when made with whole wheat.

What is bread? 

What is bannock?

200

These diets can be very unhealthy for your body.

what are fad diets

200

This food group includes bread, rice, and pasta. These foods give you energy.

what is grain products

300

This vitamin helps keep your eyes healthy.

what is vitamin A

300

Potatoes belong to this food group.

what is vegetables and fruit

300

This is a Mexican food.

what is burritos

what is beans

300

After exercising, it’s important to do this to replenish muscle energy stores.

what is a healthy snack

300

This is an example of milk and alternatives.

Answers vary. What is … (milk, yogurt, cheese, cottage cheese soya / almond milk, soft animal bones, seaweed, fish heads and bones)

400

This is known as the sunshine vitamin. In winter we need a source in our diet.

what is vitamin d 

400

Vegetarians need to eat lots of these to get the protein and other nutrients they need.

What are beans? 

What are legumes? 

What are nuts and seeds?

400

This root vegetable is very red and is really good pickled.

what are beets

400

You need plenty of this before, during, and after exercise.

what is water

400

A person should have 5 to 10 servings of this each day.

what is fruit and vegetables 

500

This vitamin is especially important for pregnant women.

what is folic acid

what is folate

500

Garlic, tomatoes, and berries have lots of this in them.

what are antioxidants

500

This food is very good for you and good in muffins.

what is bran 

what is a banana

500

When you lose weight fast, you are actually only losing this.

what is water

500

Peanut butter belongs in this food group.

what is meat and alternatives