Minerals
This mineral is known for its ability to keep bones and teeth strong and is found abundantly in dairy products
Calcium
This macronutrient is known for its ability to help with muscle and cell growth
Protein
Name 2 healthy high carbohydrate foods
Whole wheat bread, brown rice, oats, bananas, sweet potatoes, apples, blueberries (most all fruits including whole grain foods,
True or false; most juice contains a high quantity of sugar (whether added or naturally occurring)
True
True or false, fruits and vegetables are NOT made up of mostly water
False
This mineral is known for oxygen and blood transport and is found often in leafy greens and red meat like beef and pork
Iron
This macronutrient has many different types and contains the most calories per gram with 9 cal/g
Fat
The myPlate should contain at least half of which two food groups
Fruits and Vegetables
How many cups of water should the average person drink per day
8 cups
Name 2 healthier ways to cook food than deep frying
Baking, steaming, air fryer, grilling
This complex carbohydrate (not technically a mineral) is known for its benefits to digestion and heart health. It is found in things like celery, Brussels sprouts, as well as pears and apples with the outer core left on
Fiber
True or False; some minerals can be produced naturally in the body without consuming a food or drink
False; unlike some vitamins minerals can only used by our body when consumed with what we eat and drink
Opt for low fat versions of this food group if you are looking to lower your calorie intake
Dairy
Generally speaking most nutritional fact labels are based on a _______ calorie diet
2000-2500 calories
Vitamin C is good for which body system
Immune System
This mineral we should look to limit in moderation and can be attributed to high blood pressure
Sodium
This macronutrient has simple and complex versions and is the most that you should consume in a day according to most diet plans
Carbohydrates
What kinds of food would a vegetarian eat to get protein in their diet. Name 2
Plant based meat, soy, tofu, beans, nuts
What does % DV mean on a nutritional fact label
How much you need per day
Name the 5 food groups
Grain, Dairy, Fruits, Vegetables, Protein
Not a mineral, this Vitamin can be obtain through sunlight absorption
Vitamin D
Name the 3 micronutrients (no calories by consuming them)
Vitamins, minerals, and water
Bread rice and pasta have an abundance of this nutrient
Carbohydrates
Maximum daily value of salt or sodium content in a specific meal in a day (percentage range)
20-30%
Name 2/3 types of fats
Saturated Fats, Unsaturated Fats, Trans Fats