Food Groups
Which food group mainly helps build and repair muscles?
Protein
Which provides more sustained energy: candy or oatmeal?
Oatmeal
What is the brain’s main source of fuel?
Glucose
What important nutrients do fruits and vegetables contain?
Vitamins and minerals
Which usually contains more sugar: soda or water?
Soda
What nutrient found in dairy products helps build strong bones?
Calcium
What type of carbohydrates causes quick energy spikes and crashes?
Simple carbohydrates
True or False:
The brain uses a large amount of the body’s energy.
True
What nutrient helps digestion and fullness?
Fiber
What happens to blood sugar after drinking sugary drinks?
It spikes quickly
Which food group is the body’s main source of energy?
Grains/carbohydrates
What usually happens after a blood sugar spike?
Energy crash/fatigue
How can dehydration affect students?
Lower focus, concentration, memory, and energy
Why are fruits and vegetables important for overall health?
They support immune function, energy, digestion, and body functions.
Why are energy drinks not a good long-term energy source?
They cause crashes and unstable energy levels.
What are two examples of healthy fats?
Avocado, nuts, olive oil, peanut butter
Give one example of a balanced snack that provides lasting energy.
Why can skipping breakfast hurt academic performance?
The brain gets less energy/glucose, making concentration and memory harder.
What mineral helps transport oxygen in the blood?
Iron
What is one healthier alternative to soda or energy drinks?
Water, smoothies, milk, tea, sparkling water
Why is balanced nutrition important?
Different food groups provide different nutrients the body and brain need to function properly.
Why do complex carbohydrates help concentration longer?
They digest slowly and release energy steadily.
A student drinks only an energy drink before a test. Predict one likely effect later in the day.
Short burst of energy followed by a crash, lower focus, fatigue, trouble concentrating
Name one way fruits and vegetables can help students during school.
Better energy, focus, health, concentration, fewer crashes
Why do sugary foods often leave people hungry again quickly?
They digest quickly and do not provide sustained energy/fullness.