Bacon
Natural sugars in fruits are considered added sugars (true or false)
false
What are carbohydrates used for?
Primary energy source
What are proteins made of
Amino acids
What are the three major macronutrients that give you energy
Carbohydrates, protein, fats,
Which 2 food groups are rich in carbohydrates?
Fruits and grains
What are proteins mainly used for?
Growth and repair
People who are anemic are low in this mineral.
Iron
Avocado is a good source of this kind of fat
Unsaturated
What are the 2 types of carbohydrates?
Simple and Complex
What foods are high in healthy fats?
Avocado, natural yogurt, nuts and legumes
Where is sodium found in food?
Salt & processed foods
Examples of simple carbohydrates
white grains (white bread, buns, wraps) white rice, pasta, some fruits, candy, chocolate, pop
OR
sugars like fructose, galactose, high fructose corn syrup
Which has more empty calories: fruit or potato chips?
potato chips
What does deficiency mean?
lack of a certain nutrient
Name all the FAT-SOLUBLE vitamins.
A D E K
High sodium intake can lead to high?
blood pressure
What do calories measure in food?
Energy provided by the food
What type of fat should you avoid as much as possible?
Trans Fats
What is the best source of potassium?
Kiwis (bananas are second)
Name 3 different types of foods that contain proteins (INCLUDING ONE VEGETARIAN)
Meat/fish, dairy, nuts/legumes
What are the 5 food groups?
Grains, protein, fruits, vegetables and dairy
What is a good source of Iron?
red meat
What does too much sodium do?
Increases your risk for high blood pressure and stroke.
What does an empty calorie food mean?
A food that is low in nutrition and highly processed.
What major organ did sugar directly affect in the documentary That Sugar Film?
Liver