Nutrients
How many nutrients are there?
Six nutrients
How many food group are there?
Six food groups
What is the importance of exercise?
.Keeps thinking sharp
.Decreases risk of developing NCDs.
List one way we can eat healthier.
Reduce Sugar-sweetened Beverage Consumption
Or
Reduce Fried Food Consumption and Choose Healthier Fats
Or
Increase Fruit and Vegetable Consumption
Name two disease that can be cause by unhealthy eating.
Obesity, Hypertension, Diabetes, Heart disease or Cancer
Name the all nutrients.
Carbohydrates, Fats, Proteins, Vitamins, Minerals and Water
List the food groups in Barbados.
Staples, Legumes & Nuts, Food from Animals, Vegetables, Fruits, and Fats & Oils
True or False: Regular exercise can reduce risk of developing cancer.
True
Name one source of healthy fats.
Pears (avocados), olive oil, nuts, seeds or fish.
What is one function of carbohydrates?
They provide energy for the body.
What is the smallest portion on the food groups chart?
Fats and Oils
How much exercise should 6-17 year olds get?
60 minutes or 1 hour
List two benefits of fiber.
.Prevents constipation.
.Lowers blood pressure
Name three minerals.
Calcium, Iron and Zinc.
True are false: Barbados uses the same foods groups as the rest of the Caribbean.
True
Name one moderate-intense exercise.
Dancing, Tennis or Brisk Walking
How much added sugar should children have?
Less than 6 teaspoons or 24 grams
True or false: Potassium is classified as a vitamin.
False
True or False: Grains is one of the food groups.
False
Name three vigorous-intensity exercises?
Swimming, Running and Hiking.
What should be the largest portion on your plate?
Vegetables