NUTRITION 101 Flashcards
Two minerals known to influence blood pressure are _________ and __________
Sodium and Potassium
To keep a healthy weight, balance the calories from good with the calories burned in daily work and play
True
Brushing and flossing your teeth daily brightens your smile and studies show it may also help keep your heart healthy.
True
Breakfast eaters are less likely to be overweight and more likely to have higher nutrient intakes
True
The brain is fueled by _________and ___________
Glucose and Carbohydrates
A person may have a family history of heart disease or diabetes, but that doesn’t meat that a person is destined to have the disease.
True
Osteoporosis is a common condition in older adults, especially in ________
Women
Name five food groups
- Protein
- Grain
- Fruit
- Vegetables
- Dairy
The guidelines are intended for ages two and older, including those at increased risk for chronic disease.
How often are they reviewed?
Every five years.
The goals of the USDA are
- Easy to understand image.
- Healthy lifestyle.
- Reminder to eat healthy.
- Visualize a meal.
My plate was created by the USDA to provide individuals with an easy to understand image that aims to empower individuals to make healthy decisions
True
Nutritional facts on a label are listed on the back and ingredients must be listed in order of
Most to least in food product.
Food allergies are
The bodies response to protein in a food.
A food intolerance are
Difficulty in digesting the food.
These types of foods provides energy nutrients
Protein
Fat
Carbohydrate a
____________ is the body’s preferred source of energy
Carbohydrates
____________ is the most concentrated source of energy.
Fat
A common myth is that eating sugar causes a person to be diabetic.
True
The word lipids refer to ___________ and ___________
Fats and Oils.
Types of fatty acids are ____________ and _______________.
Monounsaturated fat
Polyunsaturated fats.
Lacto ovo vegetarian.
Eat plant-based foods plus milk/dairy products and eggs.
Lacto vegetarians.
Eat plant-based foods and milk/dairy products.
Vegan vegetarian
Do not eat any animal-based foods. That includes honey.
Some nutrient concerns of vegetarians are
Iron Calcium B-12 Vitamin D Zinc Iodine Omega-3 fatty acids
Four factors that influence food choices
- Time
- Price
- Taste
- Availability
Nutrition can be posted on the Internet by anyone, so you must carefully review it.
True
