Nutrition
Natural sugars in fruits are considered added sugars
What are carbohydrates used for?
Provide energy
True or False - walking is as effective as running
TRUE
What is the function of the mouth?
Take in food and chew it
What are proteins mainly used for?
Growth and repair
TRUE or FALSE - you can eat too much of one nutrient
TRUE
Is drinking fruit juice as good as eating fruit?
No - whole fruit provides more nutrition than fruit juice. Fruit juice can also have extra added sugar in it
What is the function of the Oesophagus?
Carries food from the mouth to the stomach
The human body is made of__ % of water
70%
Consume less calories than they burn.
What are they benefits of eating fruits and vegetables?
They are packed with vitamins, minerals and fiber which are important in overall health
Name the 4 types of teeth
Incisors, canines, molars and pre-molars
What are the 6 types of nutrient in food?
Protein, Fat, Minerals, Carbohydrates, Vitamins and Water
What do calories measure in food?
Energy provided by the food
Name 2 different types of foods that contain proteins
Meat/fish, dairy
What is the function of the liver?
Produces bile to help digest fat
2 facts about water in the body
Keep normal temperature
Get rid of wastes through urination, perspiration, and bowel movements.
What is a good source of Iron?
red meat (liver)
List 2 examples of carbohydrates
white grains (white bread, buns, wraps) white rice, pasta, some fruits,
What is mechanical digestion?
The physical break down of food