Fats
What are the three main types of fats we discussed in class?
Saturated, Unsaturated and Trans Fats
What are the two main categories of Protein we discussed in class?
Complete and Incomplete
What are the three categories of carbs?
Sugar, Starch, Fiber
Is butter a saturated, unsaturated or trans fat?
Saturated - All dairy products are saturated fats
What are the three macronutrients?
Fats, Proteins and Carbohydrates.
What type of Fat should you avoid eating? (lest healthy)
Trans Fats
What do complete proteins have that incomplete proteins don't?
All 9 essential amino acids.
What type of sugar does fruits contain?
Fructose.
Are soy products a complete or incomplete protein?
Complete - Tofu and Tempeh and both complete proteins
What are the three micronutrients?
Vitamins, Minerals and Water
List two (food) examples that contain healthy fats and list what type of fat it is.
Olive oil - Unsaturated
Avocados - Unsaturated
Give two examples of an incomplete protein.
Beans
Broccoli
List two foods that contain fiber?
Oats
Popcorn
Apples
What type of fat and protein is found in chicken?
Saturated fats and complete proteins.
What does it mean when a nutrient is labeled essential?
Your body does not produce it on its own but you need it to survive, so you must get it from your diet.
List two (food) examples that contain saturated fats.
Dairy Products
Give two examples of a complete protein.
Quinoa
Fish
Some carbs can give you quick bursts of energy, while others provide a slow release of energy (lasting longer). What do you call these carbs, which do you think is healthier and can you name a food example for each kind?
A carb with a slower release of energy is generally better for you (example: potatoes, brown rice, whole wheat bread). Carbs that give you quick bursts of energy can lead to a crash in blood glucose levels (example: Cereal, candy, white bread).
What type of fat and protein is found in salmon?
Unsaturated fats and complete proteins.
What internal temperature should chicken reach in order to avoid foodborne illnesses?
165 degrees
Describe how unsaturated fats affect cholesterol, how saturated fats affect cholesterol and how trans fats affect cholesterol.
Unsaturated - Increase "good" cholesterol (HDL), lower "bad" cholesterol (LDL)
Saturated - Increase HDL and LDL
Trans Fats - Increase LDL and lower HDL
Give an example of two incomplete proteins that pair well together (to make a complete protein).
Beans and Rice
Hummus and Whole Wheat Pita Bread
Name a dish or meal that contains a healthy fat, a complete protein and a "healthy" carbohydrate.
Whole wheat toast with avocados and eggs.
Quinoa salad with an olive oil vinaigrette dressing.
What type of fat is found in hydrogenated oil?
Trans fats.
Why do you think it is important to eat a variety of colors?
Different colors provide your body with different vitamins and minerals.