Carbohydrates
"You’re about to play a soccer game. Which of these snacks gives you quick energy: a candy bar, a banana, or a slice of cheese?"
a. Candy Bar
b. Banana
c. Slice of Cheese
b. Banana
It is a healthy Carbohydrate which will feed you muscles quickly with some good energy.
"What is an example of a healthy fat?"
Avocado, olive oil, mixed nuts
"Which food is high in protein: chicken, lettuce, or a donut?"
Chicken
"Which drink is the best for staying hydrated?"
WATER!
"What’s the main nutrient in a potato: carbohydrates, protein, or fat?"
Carbohydrates
"You’re making a sandwich. Which ingredient is a carbohydrate: bread, turkey, or lettuce?"
Bread!
"You’re making a snack. Which of these is a good source of fat: almonds, celery, or apples?"
Almonds
"You’re building strong muscles. Which snack will help: yogurt, potato chips, or an orange?"
Yogurt, you can buy a lot of healthy yogurts that are a good source of protein.
"You’ve been running in the sun. What’s the first sign you might be dehydrated: sweating, feeling thirsty, or a headache?"
Feeling thirsty!
Do you need protein to survive?
Yes! You could only last about 70 days without protein, it is a necessary macronutrient.
"You’re feeling tired in class after lunch. Which food might have given you a sugar crash: pasta, pop, or rice?"
POP!! There is a lot of unhealthy/artificial sugar in pop which will not give you energy for long, and lead to a big "sugar crash"
"Your coach says... (fill in the blank).
a. Fats give quick energy
b. Fats give long-lasting energy
c. Fats have no energy?"
b. Fats give long-lasting energy!
"Your friend is vegetarian. Which of these is a good protein option for them: tofu, steak, or chicken wings?"
Tofu
"You’ve been drinking water all day. Which of these foods can also help keep you hydrated: crackers, watermelon, or beef jerky?"
Watermelon: A large percentage of watermelon is simply made of water!
"Which nutrient gives the most energy per gram: carbs, fats, or protein?"
Fats, However... fats are also very dense you do not need a lot of them and they can be more challenging to digest quickly.
"Your friend says they love whole grains. Which of these is a whole grain: rice, oatmeal, or white bread?"
Oatmeal!
"You’re eating dinner. Which dish contains healthy fats: fried chicken, grilled salmon, or spaghetti?"
Grilled Salmon
"Which protein-rich food also contains healthy fats: peanut butter, bread, or pasta?"
Peanut Butter, BUT be aware of the ingredients in your peanut butter! Some brands put a lot of artificial sugar in peanut butter, you want to buy the whole natural stuff! Read Labels.
"Your friend says they only drink water during meals. How many cups of water should most kids drink each day: 2, 4, or 6-8?"
6-8 cups!
Athletes probably even more to replenish what you are sweating out!
"True or false: Your body needs some fats to stay healthy."
True: fat protects internal organs, if you are female it is important especially to have some fat on your body to ensure your menstrual cycle stays healthy.
"You’re baking cookies. Which ingredient provides the carbohydrate: butter, sugar, or eggs?"
Sugar is you main Carbohydrate
Butter would be your Fat
Egg would be your Protein
"Which type of fat is considered unhealthy: trans fats, omega-3 fats, or unsaturated fats?"
Trans Fats, these are the fats that are typically used in fast food! Fried foods, chips, etc.
"Protein helps your body in many ways. Which is NOT one of them: building muscles, repairing tissues, or keeping you hydrated?"
Keeping you hydrated
"Which of these is NOT a good way to stay hydrated: drinking water, eating snacks, or sipping on a smoothie?"
Eating snack would not help you stay hydrated! Unless maybe it is watermelon :)
"Which of these foods contains all three macronutrients: an apple, a cheeseburger, or a carrot?"
A Cheeseburger!
Bun = Carb
Patty = Protein
Cheese = Fat