Unit 2

Question 1

How many ounces of water should you drink a day?

Answer 1

64 ounces/8 cups

Question 2

What nutrients are you lacking if you have muscle cramps?

Answer 2

Calcium , Potassium , and Sodium .

Question 3

What are the 3 energy nutrients and what are their main work in your body?

Answer 3

Carbohydrates- The starches and sugars found in food.
Proteins- Nutrients that help build, maintain, and repair body tissues .
Fats- Supply a concentrated form of energy and help transport other nutrients to locations in the body where they are needed.

Question 4

What is the Nutrition Facts Panel?

Answer 4

Provides a thumbnail of a food’s calories and nutrients content for one serving.

Question 5

What are the effects of diet on physical and mental health?

Answer 5

A well balanced diet can help us think clearly and feel more alert. it can improve concentration and attention span.
Lower the risk of obesity, heart disease , type 2 diabetes , and certain cancers.

Question 6

What kinds of fat are good to eat?

Answer 6

Unsaturated fat. ( monounsaturated and plyunsaturated fats.)