Introduction To Nutrition

Question 1

What are the 6 main nutrients?

Answer 1

Protein, carbohydrates, fats, minerals, vitamins and water

Question 2

What does RDI stand for?

Answer 2

Recommend dietary intake- focus on supporting the sustainable development of rural communities.

Question 3

Why is skipping breakfast a bad idea?

Answer 3

Less energy
Throw off hormones
Feel more moody and anxious
More food craving’s

Question 4

Who is the Canada food guide designed for?

Answer 4

For everyone, including Families and individuals to help them make better and healthier food choices

Question 5

Why is a high fibre diet good for you?

Answer 5

It helps the gut, blood sugar, walls of the colon and stays fuller longer

Question 6

Identify the different types of vegetarians and what they eat?

Answer 6

Lacto ovo- avoids animal flesh but consumes dairy and eggs
Ovo- avoids all animal products except eggs
Vegans- avoids all animal and animal derived products
Flexitarians- semi-vegetarians who occasionally meat

Question 7

What is protein?

Answer 7

Protein is a macronutrient that is essential for the body growth, repair and maintenance

Question 8

What is a carbohydrate?

Answer 8

They are a primary source of energy for the body

Question 9

What is fat?

Answer 9

They are concentrated source of energy providing more than double the calories per gram.

Question 10

How do we change the yield of a recipe?

Answer 10

You can adjust the ingredient quantities based on the number of servings

Question 11

What nutrient aids the absorption of calcium?

Answer 11

Vitamin D

Question 12

Name another nutrient which blocks or helps with the absorption of a specific nutrient in the body?

Answer 12

Phytate- found in whole grains, nuts and seeds

Question 13

What % of your diet should be fat, carbohydrates and protein?

Answer 13

Fat=20%-35%
Carbohydrates=45%-65%
Protein=10%-35%
(Depending on age,sex activity and health goals.)