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List the 5 food groups.
1. Dairy
2. Vegetables 3. Fruit 4. Grains 5. Protein |
List the 6 nutrients
Carbohydrates
Protein Fat Vitamin Minerals Water |
What does nutrient deficiency mean?
When the body does not absorb enough nutrients or does not get enough nutrients through a diet. Lack of a specific nutrients may cause iron or calcium deficiencies.
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20% Daily Value (20%DV) on a food label means that the food is considered _____ in that nutrient.
High
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What is one way you can tell if you are dehydrated?
Urine color chart
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What are the two subcategories of a protein?
Complete & Incomplete Protein
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What are the two subcategories for carbohydrates?
Simple & Complex
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What is anemia?
Decreased number of red blood cells in the body. Lack of iron/ iron deficiency.
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Sodium is considered what type of nutrient?
Mineral
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This nutrient helps to remove toxins, transport nutrients, and help with digestion….
Water
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Someone who lacks the lactase enzyme in their body would be considered...
Lactose Intolerant
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How many essential amino acids are there?
9
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What type of disease is caused by a lack of calcium in the body?
Osteoporosis
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Describe filling vs fueling your body with food.
This approach to nutrition builds on the concept that not all calories are equal. When you eat, you should be concerned with fueling your body with the nutrients it needs rather than just eating to stop your hunger.
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Name two water-soluble vitamins.
Vitamin B and C
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List the three parts of a grain.
Bran, endosperm, & germ
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Omega 3 Fatty acid is considered a “good” type of fat. Omega 3 fatty acid is considered part of a _____________ fatty acid.
Polyunsaturated
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How can you calculate your daily recommended protein intake?
Weight x .36
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Which ingredients should be listed on a food label?
All of them.
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If you see the phrase “______________” on an ingredient list, then the product is considered not a whole grain.
Enriched flour bleached
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Name 4 fat-soluble vitamins.
Vitamins A, D, E, & K
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Lack of iodine in the body can cause……
Goiter
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Studies show that if you need to calm anxiety levels, to consume carbohydrates.
Why is this? Hint: What do carbohydrates produce?
Carbohydrates produce the hormone serotonin. A hormone responsible for stabilizing our mood, feelings, emotions, and happiness.
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This vitamin helps promote the immune system, has high antioxidant levels, and makes collagen.
Vitamin C
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