Cooking Vocab
Lifespan Nutrition — Infancy & Early Childhood
Lifespan Nutrition — Childhood & Teen Years
Lifespan Nutrition — Adulthood & Seniors
Fun Food Facts
100

The same amount; having equal value or measurement.

What is Equivalent?

100

What is the main source of nutrition for babies during the first 6 months?

Bonus.... why is this beneficial to the nutrient needs of a baby?

What is breast milk and formula? 

What is antibodies and digestible components that support an infant's growth, immune system?

100

Why do school-age kids need plenty of healthy meals?

What is they are growing?

100

Why should adults watch portion sizes?

What is to manage weight and stay healthy?

100

What food is often called “nature’s candy” because it’s sweet and comes from plants?

What is a fruit?

200

To combine ingredients until smooth, usually using a spoon or mixer.

What is Beat?

200

Around what age do babies usually start eating solid foods

What is 6 months?

200

What nutrient helps muscles grow strong?


Bonus... what is an example?

What is Protein?


What is chicken, fish, lean beef

200

What health problem can adults reduce by eating less saturated fat and cholesterol?

What is heart disease?

200

What is the most popular vegetable in the U.S.?

What is a potato?

300

To remove lumps or add air to dry ingredients using a sifter or strainer.

What is Sift?

300

Why are finger foods important for toddlers?

What is help develop fine motor skills?

300

Why is breakfast important for kids and teens?


Bonus points for anyone who ate breakfast this morning

What is helps with energy and focus at school?


What is and did not just raise their hand for bonus points!? (what did you eat)

300

What kind of eating pattern is often recommended for adults to support long-term health (low in processed foods, high in plants and lower in carbs)?

What is Mediterranean diet?

300

What food group does pasta belong to?

OR 

What kind of nutrient is pasta?

What are grains?


What is a carbohydrate? 

400

To gently mix a light, airy mixture into a heavier one, like folding egg whites into batter.

What is Fold?

400

What nutrient helps young kids build strong bones and teeth?

What is Calcium?

400

Why do teens need extra calcium?


Bonus... why do teens crave sugar?

What is For bone growth during puberty?


What is hormonal changes?

400

What’s one reason older adults may lose interest in eating or skip meals?

What is Loss of appetite, loneliness, or dental problems?

400

What food is called a “complete protein” because it has all 9 essential amino acids?

What are eggs?

500

A waxy substance found in animal fats and some plant foods that the body needs.


Bonus.. what kind of food has this?

What is cholesterol?


What is egg yolks and red meat?

500

Why do toddlers need snacks between meals?

What is they have small stomachs and high energy needs?

500

What’s a common unhealthy eating habit in teens?


Bonus.... what are the names of the two eating disorders?

What is Skipping meals or eating too much fast food?


What is anorexia and bulimia?

500

What causes high blood pressure?

what is risk factors like unhealthy diets, obesity, lack of exercise, diabetes, kidney disease, and certain medications?

500

What food can last for thousands of years without going bad and was even found in ancient Egyptian tombs?


Hint:: babies cannot try this until they are 1 years old

What is Honey?