General Nutrition
This is a unit of energy.
What is a calorie?
The percentage of total calories per day comes from carbohydrates.
What is 45%-65%?
Type of fat that is solid at room temperature.
What is saturated fat?
To aid in wound healing, increase this nutrient.
What is protein?
This vitamin is in citrus fruits.
What is Vitamin C?
This is the science that explores the use of food in health, development and growth.
What is nutrition?
This slows digestion, aids in blood sugar management, and helps promote the feeling of fullness.
What is fiber?
The fish that are good sources of unsaturated fats (good fats)
What is salmon, tuna, and/or mackerel?
This type of protein provides all 9 essential amino acids.
What is a complete protein?
This is the sunshine vitamin.
What is Vitamin D?
Death can occur within days without this.
What is water?
1/2 of your total grain intake should be this type of grain.
What is whole grain?
Name a fat-soluble vitamin.
What is vitamin A, D, E, and/or K?
These vegetables that are high in protein.
What is peas, broccoli, kale, spinach, and/or mushrooms?
This fruit with a peel is high in potassium.
What is a banana?
This tool assists people in making smart choices from every food group.
What is My Plate?
If a patient is experiencing constipation, increase these 2 things.
What are fiber sources and fluids/water?
This nutrient regulates body temperature, provides fuel for energy, and protects our organs.
What is a lipid?
A crunchy snack that contains an adequate source of protein.
What is a nut?
Carrots have a lot of this fat-soluble vitamin.
What is Vitamin A?
A sodium restriction of 2.3 gm/day is necessary for these medical conditions.
What is hypertension, kidney failure, and/or congestive heart failure?
This body part receives its main energy source from carbohydrates.
What is the brain?
The diseases that are associated with a diet high in saturated fats and trans fats.
What is cardiovascular disease, high cholesterol, and/or obesity?
Excess protein gets stored as this.
What is fat?
This vitamin aids in blood clotting.
What is Vitamin K?