Fruits and Veggies
The fruit that is known for being high in healthy fats.
What is an Avocado?
This hormone is secreted by the pancreas and promotes glucose uptake by cells.
What is insulin?
The sugar found naturally in milk.
What is lactose?
The percentage of daily calories that should come from added sugar according to the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines.
What is less than 10%?
This nut is actually a legume.
What is a peanut>
Carrots are high in this vitamin that supports eye health.
What is vitamin A?
One gram of alcohol provides this many kilocalories
What is 7 kcal?
The process of heating milk to kill harmful bacteria.
What is pasteurization?
The approximate number of vegetables adults should aim for daily
What is 2-3 cups?
The only vitmin not naturally found in plant foods
What is vitamin B12?
This green vegetable is actually a flower.
What is broccoli?
The storage form of carbohydrate in the body.
What is glycogen?
This cooking method preserved the most vitamin C in vegetables.
What is steaming?
The MyPlate portion of the plate that should take up the most space.
What are vegetables?
This beverage contains catechins, a type of antioxidant studied for heart health.
What is green tea?
Bananas are known for being high in this mineral.
What is potassium?
zthe type of fat that raises LDL cholesterol the most.
What is trans fat?
The proteins created from gluten.
What is gliadin and glutenin?
The percent of daily calories that should come from protein according to Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range.
10-35%
This vegetable is high in nitrates, which may help reduce blood sugar.
What is beetroot?
Tomatoes are a major dietary source of this antioxidant.
What is lycopene?
This essential fatty acid is often called "omega-3"
What is alpha-linoleic acid?
The Maillard reaction gives this quality to baked bread and seared meat.
What is browning/ flavor development?
According to the 2020-2025 Guidelines, toddlers (12-23 months) should consume no more than this amount of added sugar daily.
What is zero?
This fruit contains bromelain, an enzyme that can tenderize meat.
What is pineapple