Diet and Nutrition

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Define the term 'balanced diet'.

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A diet containing all nutrients in the correct proportions.

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What is a natural physical drive that protects you from starvation?

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Hunger

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TRUE or FALSE - Everything you eat contains NUTRIENTS.

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TRUE

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What are CALORIES?

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units of heat that measure energy

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What is PROTEIN used for?

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as an energy source

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How many calories are in ONE gram of PROTEIN?

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4

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How many calories are in ONE gram of FAT?

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9

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Minerals are an important element of your diet. Calcium for example is good for your..?

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Bones

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What vitamin do you get from the sun?

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Vitamin D

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Which food group should you get the most servings from each day? Options: Fruits/Vegetables, Dairy, Meat, Foods high in sugar

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Fruits/Vegetables