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Macronutrients
Real Proteins
Beverages
Nutrition Labels
Healthy Living
100
The 3 Macronutrients.
What are carbohydrates, proteins, and fats?
100
Vegetable-based proteins that sometimes can make you gassy... BUT NOT IF YOU SOAK THEM IN LEMON JUICE THE NIGHT BEFORE!
What are beans?
100
The healthiest beverage :)
What is water?
100
The recommended amount we should eat.
What is serving size?
100
The amount of water a person should aim to drink per day.
What are 2 liters (or 8 cups)?
200
I am the macronutrient that helps you grow muscles, bone, hair, and more!
What is protein?
200
This source of animal protein is higher in cholesterol and saturated fat than "white meat."
What is "red meat?"
200
This chemical found in all kinds of beverages, from tea to soda, was found to stunt growth.
What is caffeine?
200
The energy that comes from the food we eat and drink.
What are calories?
200
The amount of time it takes running to burn off the calories from one can of Coca-Cola.
What are 50 minutes?
300
My most basic forms are sugars.
What are carbohydrates?
300
This form of protein used by many gym enthusiasts can contain dangerous heavy metals, depending on the brand.
What is protein powder?
300
This sugary beverage used to contain tiny amounts of cocaine. (not a myth)
What is Coca-Cola?
300
Helps keep you full longer and regular in the bathroom.
What is fiber?
300
The number of hours of sleep recommended for teenagers per night.
What are 9 hours? (acceptable answers may range from 8.5-10 hours)
400
Considered "bad" fats, as opposed to the "good" kind, which are unsaturated fats.
What are saturated fats?
400
DAILY DOUBLE!!!!!! I am a vegetable-based protein found in many eastern cuisines, and is now very popular in vegeterian diets.
What is tofu?
400
It is healthier to eat a fruit as opposed to a fruit juice because most fruit juices no longer have this key nutrient important for digestion.
What is fiber?
400
These less-important nutrients (not macronutrients) are important for very specific tasks in your body.
What are vitamins and minerals?
400
The recommended length of time for physical activity for teens per day.
What is 1 hour (or more)?
500
I am an important kind of fat that can protect against heart attack, stroke, cancer, and more! I am found in walnuts, spinach, and fish.
What are omega-3 fatty acids?
500
A cheaper and extremely effective alternative to protein shakes and other post-workout drinks, high in much-needed carbohydrates and calcium, in addition to protein!
What is chocolate milk?
500
These sugar substitutes affect the body's ability to tell how many calories are being consumed (it cannot tell when it is full!).
What are artificial sweeteners?
500
Found below the 'Nutrition Facts,' this section lists from most abundant to least abundant.
What is the ingredient list?
500
Build a healthy meal (breakfast, lunch, or dinner) that includes all the parts of the Healthy Eating Plate.
What is ... (answers must include vegetable, fruit, healthy protein, water, and healthy fats - whole grains optional) (+100 points for including 'Stay Active')