Nutrition Final Test Set

This should be used to study for your final test

Name 3 limited nutrients listed on a food label

fat, cholesterol, added sugar, salt (sodium)

Name 3 unlimited nutrients listed on a food label

Any vitamin, any mineral, and fiber

List 3 effects that caffeine can have on the body

dehydration, high blood pressure, increases heart and breathing rate

What is the best type of grain to consume?

whole grain (brown bread, rice and pasta)

What is the order that ingredients are listed on a food label?

they are listed by weight

biggest ingredient is listed first

What are two unhealthy fats?

saturated and trans fat

What are problems associated with too much bad fat?

heart disease, high blood pressre

What is the 5/20 rule on a food label?

foods that are below 5?% DV are considered low in that nutrient

food above 20% are considered high in that nutrient.

limited nutrients need to be under 5%

unlimited nutrients need to be above 20%

What are two benefits to eating breakfast daily?

increased metabolism, higher test grades, more alert, more energy

3 best choices of beverages

milk, water, 100% fruit juice/veggie juice

What is the healthiest type of fat? Why?

unsaturated,

it is liquid at room temperature

Calories

A unit used to measure the amount of energy contained in foods

CALORIES IN = CALORIES OUT

too many cause weight gain

too little can cause weight loss/tired

Metabolism

how fast your body breaks down food

What is fiber important in your diet?

prevents colon cancer, prevents constipation and helps you feel full

What are the 6 basic nutrients?

carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, water

What is a serving size?

The amount of food you should eat at one sitting

What is recommended

What is portion size?

the amount of food we CHOOSE to eat

3 ways to increase your metabolism

eat breakfast, exercise, drink water

What hormone "catches" sugar in the bloodstream?

insulin

Which 3 nutrients provide energy?

carbohydrates, proteins, and fats

Draw and label the Myplate

Calcium prevents what bone disease?

osteoporosis

Which type of Diabetes is caused by too. much sugar?

Type II

Name and describe the 2 types of carbohydrates

Complex -healthy (whole grains, fruits and veggies)

Simple -unhealthy ( candy, cake, white bread)