Nutrition and physical activity

When comparing food labels, I should look at ___________ first.

• Calories

• Fat

• Serving Size

• Protein

This nutrient helps build and repair cells. It’s found in lean meats, dairy, eggs, nuts, etc

• Carbohydrates

• Protein

• Fats

• Minerals

What item on a food label would one want to limit?

• Sodium

• Added Sugar

• Saturated Fat

• All of these

This nutrient is our body's preferred energy source. When choosing foods for this nutrient, one should try to make at least half of their grains WHOLE.

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

• Fats

• Vitamins

These types of fats are considered good fats. They can be found in nuts, oils and avocado.

• Saturated Fats

• Unsaturated Fats

• Trans Fats

• None of these

These compounds help with many body processes, especially fighting disease (i.e. C, K, E, B6, etc)

• Minerals

• Water

• Vitamins

• Proteins

This nutrient helps our body function at a cellular level; it also is known for TRANSPORTING other nutrients to where they are most needed in our body. You should consume about 1/2 your bodyweight in ounces each day.

• Water

• Vitamins

• Minerals

• Sugar

Elements that help the body function (i.e. Calcium and Magnesium assist in bone growth/strength)

• Water

• Minerals

• Vitamins

• Fats

How are ingredient lists on a food label listed?

• In order of importance

• In order of abundance (how much)

• Real stuff first then chemicals after

• Randomly

How much physical activity and exercise should one be getting on a daily basis?

• 60 minutes of physical activity a day (AHA)

• 150 minutes of aerobic exercise a week (CDC)

• 75 minutes of anaerobic exercise a week (CDC)

• All of these can be correct