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5th Nutrition
5th Grade Nutrition
Question | Answer |
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What are two food sources for vitamins? | Fruits, Vegetables, Whole Grain Breads, Meats |
You only need these nutrients in small amounts. These also help to fight disease. | Vitamins |
T or F Myplate and Mypyramid both tell us that we should eat a variety of foods and control the amount we eat. | True |
Name 5 of the 6 main food groups on mypyramid. | 1. Meat and Beans 2. Milk 3. Fats 4. Grains 5. Vegetables 6. Fruits |
The process of taking in food and using it for energy growth and good health? | Nutrition |
Substances in food that your body needs to carry out normal functions. | Nutrients |
Why are the different food groups on mypyramid all different widths? | The width of the food groups tell you that you need more of some foods than others. |
The fat, bone, muscles and fluid that makes up your body weight is called what? | Body Composition |
Being overweight puts a person at risk for developing what diseases? | Heart Disease Diabetes |
Does everyone have a specific body weight they should weigh? If no tell why. | No, everyone will weight different amounts. It all depends on your body composition. |
What are two things that can influence your food choices.q | 1. Advertisements 2. Media 3. Taste 4. Texture 5. Apperance 6. Friends. |
What are carbohydrates | Surgars and starches found in foods. |
This is your body's primary source of energy. | carbohydrates |
What are the two different types of carbohydrates? | Simple Complex |
Nutrients that provide the building blocks your body needs for growth are called what? | Proteins |
Nutrients found in fatty animal tissues and plant oils. | Fats |
What are two food sources for proteins? | Fish, chicken, beef, eggs, milk, dairy products |
Why do we need fats? | 1. Carry vitamins in blood stream 2. Keeps skin healthy 3. Energy 4. Protection |
Nutrients that help regulate body functions. | Vitamins |
These Nutrients promote healing and aid in the repair of tissue? | Proteins |
T or F All vitamins need to be replaced daily. | False |
Why is it important to keep food safe to eat? | To avoid illness |
What are side effects of being overweight? | Low self-esteem Can make physical activity difficult. |
What is the word for significantly overweight | Obese |
Name one tip for having healthy snacks. | 1. Keep them healthy 2. Choose snacks that provide nutrition to the body |
A system designed to help Americans make healthful food choices. | MyPyramid Food Guidance System |
Why is water important? Hydration is not an answer. | 1. carriers nutreients around the body 2. Helps with digestion 3. Removes Waste 4. Cools you off |
Your body is __________ to _________ % water? | 45-75 |
What re 2 food sources for minerals | Red Meats Beans |
Elements in foods that help your body work propersly. ex..calcium and Iron | Minerals |