Vitamins & Minerals
We need this mineral for strong bones and teeth.
What is calcium?
This dark green vegetable looks like a tree. Sometimes we eat it with cheese sauce.
What is broccoli?
This fruit is high in potassium, vitamin C, and fiber. It is one of the most popular fruits in Canada.
What is a banana?
Unsaturated fats help lower this type of cholesterol.
What is LDL Cholesterol?
Eggs belong to this food group.
What is protein?
This food group provides you with calcium.
What is dairy?
Foods in the meat and alternatives group are an excellent source of this mineral.
What is iron?
This source of carbohydrates is best when made with whole wheat.
What is bread?
The most common fuel for our bodies.
What are carbohydrates?
This 3-word tagline or phrase emphasizes our latest federal nutrition advice.
What is "Eat Real Food"?
This vitamin helps keep your eyes healthy.
What is vitamin A?
Potatoes belong to this food group.
What is a vegetable?
This is a common food at Chipotle.
What is a burrito?
These are the building blocks of protein.
What are Amino Acids?
This nutrient can be consumed by eating whole fruit and vegetables not usually found in juice.
What is fiber?
This is known as the sunshine vitamin. In winter we need a source in our diet.
What is Vitamin D?
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?
This root vegetable is very red and is really good pickled.
What is a beet?
You need plenty of this before, during, and after exercise.
What is water?
A core recommendation urges a dramatic reduction in these — including refined carbs and added sugars.
What are highly processed foods?
This vitamin can be found in foods such as pineapple, bell peppers, and strawberries. It helps bones, skin, and muscles grow and even helps to reduce the length of the common cold.
What is Vitamin C?
Fruit, berries, nuts and seeds, spices and herbs, even dark chocolate contain this powerful substance that helps protect cells against oxidation.
What are antioxidants?
This food is a common replacement for protein for vegetarians.
What are beans?
This activity is needed to keep muscles and joints healthy and flexible.
What is stretching?
The guidelines re‑introduce this classic graphic style, now “flipped on its head,” to promote nutrient‑dense eating.
What is the food pyramid?