Vocab
What is the definition of Calories?
a unit of food energy
Name 1 benefit of Vitamin A
eyes and cells
What mineral builds strong bones and teeth?
Calcium
Carbohydrates should be what percentage of your daily diet?
60%
Humans are what percentage of water?
60% - 75%
What is the definition of diet?
the sum of the food
Name 1 benefit of Vitamin E
Antioxidant, good for skin
What mineral helps remove lactic acid?
Potassium
Proteins should be what percentage of your daily diet?
20%
How many cups of water should we drink per day?
10 to 12 cups
What is the definition of nutrition?
the supply of the materials necessary for life to cells and the body
Name 1 benefit of Vitamin B
metabolism, skin, immune system
What mineral helps maintain balance of fluid in the body?
Sodium
What nutrient is the best source of energy per gram?
Fat
What type of fat is "good fat?"
unsaturated fat
What is the definition of nutrients?
substances found in the food we eat that are essential to supply energy, promote growth and regulate the body
Name 1 benefit of Vitamin C
immune system, waste disposal
What mineral helps digest protein, sugar and calcium?
Phosphorous
Carbohydrates provide the body with the fuel it needs for physical activity by breaking down into what substance?
Glucose
Saturated Fat
What is the definition of healthy?
To be free from illness, injury or pain, and in a state of physical wellness
Name 1 benefit of Vitamin D
bone growth, metabolism, skin, immune system, prevents toxicity in blood
What mineral helps with fluid and blood pressure in the body?
Chloride
Carbohydrates provide the body with energy by breaking down into what substance?
Glucose
What type of fat is the "worst fat?"
Trans Fat