6 Essential Nutrients

Type as many of the 6 Essential Nutrients as you can:

We need these in large quantities daily. Macro or Micro nutrient?

• Macronutrient

• Micronutrient

Foods bright in color are full of what micronutrients?

• Vitamins & Minerals

• Protein

• Flavor

• Fats

Is this meal balanced? Does it contain a healthy balance of the 6 essential nutrients?

• Yes

• No

Which of the following green foods have you tried?

• Broccoli

• Kiwi

• Brussels Sprouts

• Lettuce/Salad/Spinach

• Bok Choy

Which food is a good source of protein?

• Apples

• Peanut Butter

• Bell Peppers / Sweet Peppers

• Water

True or False: Eggs are a good source of protein and fat.

• True

• False

Which type of carbohydrate do we want to limit?

• Simple Carbohydrate

• Complex Carbohydrate

Select the Vitamins:

• Zinc

• C

• A

• Magnesium

• Calcium

Select the Minerals:

• Vitamin B12

• Iron

• Vitamin K

• Magnesium

• Vitamin E