Nutrition
Natural sugars in fruits are considered added sugars
What are carbohydrates used for?
Primary energy source
What potential symptoms come with eating more calories than we burn?
Gain Weight
Increase in Cholesterol
Increase in heart disease
For protein, is it better to get it from food or from supplements, and why?
Whole foods primarily from animal proteins because they are the most nutrient-dense of protein.
Which food group is rich in carbohydrates?
Fruits, grains, bread, rice
What are proteins mainly used for?
Growth and repair of muscles.
TRUE or FALSE - you can eat too much of one nutrient, and why?
TRUE because the excess nutrients will go to waste and exit the body without being absorbed.
True or False - fats are all bad to consume
false
How much water should you drink per day?
Half of one's bodyweight
What are they benefits of eating fruits and vegetables?
They are packed with vitamins, minerals and fiber which are important in overall health
The human body is made of__ % of water
70%
What are proteins made of?
Amino Acids.
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 does deficiency mean?
lack of a certain nutrient
What happens to excess carbohydrates?
It turns into fat and is stored in the body.
What are the 5 food groups?
Grains, protein, fruits, vegetables and dairy
What do calories measure in food?
Energy provided by the food
Are calories bad for you ?
No! Calories are fuel, and your body needs them to move and exercise!
Name a healthy snack
hummus and pita chips
celery and peanut butter
an apple
Name 2 different types of foods that contain proteins
Meat/fish, dairy
2 facts about water in the body
Hydrates the Body (Vital for living)
Regulates Body Temperature
Lubricate Joints
What is a good source of Iron?
red meat
Which has more empty calories: fruits or potato chips?
potato chips
What does an empty calorie food mean?
A food that is low in nutrition and highly processed.
Examples of simple carbohydrates
white grains ( white bread, buns, wraps) white rice, pasta, some fruits, candy, chocolate, pop
OR
Glucose, fructose, galactose