Nutrition
How many food groups are there?
5
This nutrient has a recommendation of 8 glasses a day.
water
Dairy is defined as...
The product of cows
Rice belongs in this food group.
Grain
When you are not eating, it is called...
fasting
These types of foods are not in a food group.
Sugars, fats & oils
Is sugar a nutrient?
No
Our body cannot digest fiber. Why do we need it then?
To aid in digestion (sweep out the intestines).
Name the 5 food groups.
Fruit, vegetable, grain, dairy, protein
Where are minerals found?
In the earth's crust (soil).
How much of your meal plate should be fruits and vegetables?
half
True or false...our body makes nutrients.
false
Calcium is important for...
Food is technically in the fruit group if they have what?
Seeds
Our brains are insulated by 80% what?
Fat
The nutrition fact labels tell us about the food we are about to purchase / eat. What amount of food are these numbers for?
The serving size
Name the nutrient that has many letters of the alphabet within in it's parts.
Vitamins
Can we see nutrients?
No
What food group would salad dressing be in?
No food group (fats, sugar & oils)
A calorie is a measure of ...
heat energy (I will accept energy)
Define nutrition
Nutrition is the study of food, how it affects the human body and influences health and metabolism— specifically how the body uses food for energy.
Adequate nutrition is needed for wellness.
Name the 6 essential nutrients.
Water, protein, fats, vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates
Milk, eggs and meat are 3 good sources of ...
protein
Name a factor that determines what types of foods you may have access to.
climate, culture, religion, allergies, medical conditions...
When you eat foods like rice and beans (or tofu and squash) together, they make a what?
Complete protein