Terms
Nutrition is the Scientific study of how?
Plants are grown
The body uses food
Elements essential for growth and repair of body tissues
Vitamins and minerals interact
2. The body uses food
Proteins' major function in the body is….
Growth and repair of body tissues such as muscles
Calcium helps to prevent which of the following deficiencies?
Osteoporosis
What function does Calcium serve in the body?
Strengthen bones / teeth
Which part of the body is a good rule of thumb for how much protein you should intake a day?
Size of your palm
Nutrient dense foods contain many _______________ and not too many ________________.
Nutrients / Calories
Calories / Nutrients
Vitamins / Minerals
Minerals / Vitamins
1. Nutrients / Calories
Carbohydrates' major function in the body is….
Best source of source energy
Iron helps to prevent which of the following deficiencies?
Anemia
What is a function Vitamin C does for the body?
Resists infections and helps boost immunity
Vitamin D is also referred to as….
Sunshine vitamin
Empty calorie foods contain many ________________ and little __________________.
Nutrients / Calories
Calories / Nutrients
Vitamins / Minerals
Minerals / Vitamins
2. Calories / Nutrients
Fat’s major function in the body is….
Insulates and cushions body
Vitamin C helps to prevent which deficiency?
Scurvy
What is a function Vitamin B does for the body?
Brain work and healthy nerve cells
Which color vegetables are typically high in Vitamin K?
Dark Green
Give an example of a food item that would be considered a simple carbohydrate.
cake, soda, candy, cookies, white rice, white bread
What is a function Vitamin A does for the body?
Promotes Vision
What are the 3 classifications of vegetables that grow under the ground?
Tubers, roots, and bulbs
What function does Vitamin D serve in the body?
Helps absorb Calcium and Phosphate
What function does Potassium serve in the body?
Electrolyte balance and prevents cramping
Give an example of a food item that would be considered a complex carbohydrate.
Whole wheat bread, whole wheat pasta, oatmeal, quinoa, beans, lentils, sweet potatoes
What is a function Vitamin K does for the body?
Blood clotting
What are the 5 classifications of vegetables that grow above the ground?
Stem/Stalk, Leaf/Leaves, Seeds/Pods, Fruits/Gourds, Flowers
What function does Iron serve in the body?
Carries oxygen in the blood
Name 1 vegetable and 1 food product that are high in protein.
beans, lentils, peas, artichokes and eggs, steak, chicken