Nutrition

Question 1

Define nutrition

Answer 1

The study of diet and health

Question 2

What are the 6 key nutrients

Answer 2

Carbs
Fats
Proteins
Minerals
Vitamins
Water

Question 3

Define carbs

Answer 3

Our body’s main source of energy (60% of our diet)

Question 4

Define simple carbs

Answer 4

All your sugars
Quick energy burst
Ex. candy, cake, soda, fruit

Question 5

Define complex carbs

Answer 5

All your starches
Long lasting energy
Ex. bread, potatoes

Question 6

Define fats

Answer 6

Provide insulation and keep us warm (30% of our diet)

Question 7

Define saturated fats

Answer 7

“Bad fats”
Found in animal products
Usually solid at room temp
Ex. meat, poultry, chips, pizza, cheese, chocolate, butter

Question 8

Define unsaturated fats

Answer 8

“Found fats”
Found in plants
Usually liquid at room temp
Ex. peanut butter, avocado, nuts, vegetable oil, salmon, black beans

Question 9

Define protein

Answer 9

Helps with growth development and helps repair body tissues, especially muscles (10% of our diet)

Question 10

Define vitamins

Answer 10

Helps release energy in food and helps with growth

Question 11

Define vitamin A

Answer 11

Helps maintain healthy eyes, skin, teeth and bones
Plays a key role in keeping our immune system strong
Ex. carrots, sweet potatoes, spinach, red peppers, pumpkin, squash and broccoli

Question 12

Define vitamin B

Answer 12

Helps the body convert food into energy
Ex. eggs, meat, poultry, milk products

Question 13

Define vitamin C

Answer 13

Strengthens immune system
Helps fight off illness
Ex. oranges, citrus fruits, strawberries, green peppers

Question 14

Define vitamin D

Answer 14

Builds strong bones and teeth
Helps body use calcium
Improves immune function
Ex. sunshine, fish, cheese, milk

Question 15

Define minerals

Answer 15

Helps muscles and nerves work together
Ex. leafy vegetables whole grains, broccoli, kale, celery

Question 16

Define calcium

Answer 16

Most abundant mineral in the human body
99% of the body’s calcium is stores in bones and teeth for structural support
Ex. milk, kale, broccoli, almonds

Question 17

Define fluoride

Answer 17

Strengthens teeth against cavities
Ex. water, toothpaste, teeth whitening

Question 18

Define iron

Answer 18

Carries oxygen in blood
Ex. red meat, pork, seafood, egg yolk, whole grain bread

Question 19

Define sodium

Answer 19

Another name for salt
Controls the amount of fluid in the body
Increases blood pressure
Heart disease

Question 20

Define water

Answer 20

Regulates body temperature
Carries nutrients through the body
Recommended 6-8 glasses a day
Cools body off by sweating
Also found in fruit